At this point, we are all probably quite bored of looking at the same four walls every day whilst working from home. The effect of the national lockdown has made many people reconsider their home interiors to ensure they have a good working space, away from distractions as well as a relaxing living space to immerse yourself in after a long working day.
Like most of us, many don’t have a separate office in their house and therefore, are forced to combine their working area into their personal living space. That being said, there has never been a better time to upgrade your living space so that it is multi-functional and serves the right purpose.
A Natural Look
The most prominent trend we are noticing in living spaces is creating a calm atmosphere through natural wood and different textures. The great benefit of incorporating wooden flooring, cabinets or home decorative features is that it generates a sense of warmth to any traditional or contemporary space. Other materials that create the same feeling are rattan and cane which can help to produce character and an inviting atmosphere!
Incorporating the Outside
We have seen a huge rise in house plants over the past few years which not only makes a space feel more cozy and relaxing, but they do, in fact, reduce stress levels and improve overall mood and mental wellbeing. No wonder there has been increased popularity of plants including peace lilies, snake plants, pothos’ and fiddle-leaf figs. The list truly is endless! That being said, we would recommend considering the lighting in your living room before choosing an indoor plant but don’t discount one if there is low lighting – there are plenty of plants that flourish in these conditions. If you are unsure about incorporating real greenery into your home, artificial plants have become extremely realistic and have less upkeep, making them a feature all year round.
Make it Multi-functional
Open plan design has been a widespread choice for many as it has the ability to enhance any space and even, make the smallest of rooms appear bigger. Also, the popularity of kitchen diners has led to many homeowners not using their separate dining rooms as often and forfeiting this room for a larger living area. Therefore, living spaces have become much more multi-functional especially during the pandemic, but at least creating different zones in the space can benefit the open plan layout. The great asset of open plan living is that they are perfect for family interaction and any social gathering which emphasises why your home interiors must reflect a welcoming, homely atmosphere!
Be Creative with Bold Colours
2021 is the year to be brave and try out colour choices that allow you to escape from the norm. A lot of people have reservations about using colour as they are cautious about whether they’ll get bored of it or if it will go ‘out of fashion’. However, incorporating colour is a fantastic way of enhancing a living space, full of character and personality. A great way of adding colour is by accenting one wall of your living space and making sure the shade used contrasts with the furniture and decorative homeware items.
If you wish to upgrade your living space, our expert designers can guide you through the entire process.
Please get in touch with us today on 01395 442463 or email enquiries@jurassickitchens.co.uk.
