The Factors That Make a Home Feel Welcoming

The Factors That Make a Home Feel Welcoming

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The goal of any homeowner is to make sure that their house feels comfortable and inviting. Of course, whether it’s new and lacking in any personality or old and run-down, it’s very easy for a property to start to lose its spark. What does it take to make a household feel warm and cozy again? Well, let’s look at some of the important factors that make a home feel welcoming. Hopefully, you can restore your house to its former glory by taking these points on board.

Spaciousness.

Spaciousness is one factor that makes a home feel welcoming. You shouldn’t feel as if you can barely breathe in your own house. Rooms should feel open and inviting. Obviously, this can’t happen if your household is overwhelmed with clutter, so you need to begin by clearing out the things you no longer need. This will help to make each room feel much more spacious. It’ll really show you just how much space is really available in your home.

If you declutter spaces such as the garage or your spare room then you might be able to convert either one of these rooms into a games area or a guest bedroom. You don’t just have to use these spare rooms as storage space for your belongings; you could turn them into useful rooms for the whole family to enjoy. It’ll make your entire household feel bigger, and that’ll definitely help to create a more welcoming and homely space for you and your loved ones.

Temperature.

The temperature of your home is another factor that determines how welcoming it feels. This is a necessity when it comes to physical comfort. Rather than spending a fortune on energy bills every month, you should get thicker glazing for your windows and even insulate your walls to help trap heat generated in your household. This will save you money and keep your home warm. You might also want to get a portable air conditioner for those sweltering summer months. Even if it’s cold in your part of the world more than it’s warm, you should always have a contingency plan for all weathers. That way, you’ll maintain a balanced temperature in your house and it’ll always feel welcoming.

Style.

This is another huge factor that contributes to making a home feel welcoming. Your household needs to be stylish. Comfortable couches with throws and cushions will make you feel physically comfortable, and so will a cozy bed. However, if your home is designed in an unappealing way then it won’t make you feel comfortable on a mental level. You need to think about the design that’ll suit your preferences and interests the most. Get some more artwork you like; put up more photos of you and your family members. Or if you’re looking for a more rustic aesthetic, you can let your inner DIYer out! You can make a DIY tree stump table or create a cabinet that has a rustic feel but still firmly on the side of stylish! It’s certainly a way to save money and unleash your artistic side out.  You should also decorate with flowers to create a natural and vivid design. Painting your walls white can create a neutral backdrop too; this will help to reflect light and brighten up rooms in your house.

Author

Eric is the creator of At Home in the Future and has been a passionate fan of the future since he was seven. He's a web developer by trade, and serves as the Director of Communication and Technology for a large church in Nashville, TN (where he and his family are building a high tech home in the woods).