Autumn is well on its way and while the colder season will be welcomed by many, it can often result in dark and gloomy homes.
As we spend more time indoors during winter, ensuring your home a happy and calm environment is important for your wellbeing.
Rob Chadwick, Interior Expert at CGC Interiors, has revealed the colours that can impact your mood the most, with some shades even leading to you “feeling sad or withdrawn.”
He said: “Colour psychology can play a big part in our emotional responses, and the colours in your home could lead to you feeling sad or withdrawn. Think about bringing in warm and brighter colours to counter the dark grey days.”
Rob has revealed the colours that spark happiness are yellows and oranges. Not only should you consider painting your walls with these shades, but think about adding soft furnishing such as cushions and blankets.
“Soft yellows and warm oranges are colours often associated with happiness, so experiment with these shades with pillows, blankets and lampshades; to bring warmth into your home,” he said.
The interior expert has revealed four tips to make your house feel ‘less depressing’ in autumn and winter.
Embrace natural light
“As the nights draw in and the sun sets earlier, it can often feel incredibly dark and depressing,” Rob said.
“Open your curtains and blinds fully during daylight hours to let the natural light in, and position furniture nearer to windows so you can embrace the natural light to the fullest.
“For more lighting, use mirrors to bounce light around the room and make the room feel bigger.”
Welcome in the outdoors
“As temperatures cool down and force us to spend more time indoors, it’s important to still spend time in nature. Whilst there aren’t any proper substitutes to being in fresh air, indoor plants are a great place to start,” he continued.
“Incorporate plants and flowers into your home to help uplift your surroundings and add an aesthetically pleasing and functional touch to your decor.”
Create a cosy space to escape
“Cosy spaces to escape to when the darkness of autumn kicks in is a great way to retreat to a safe space on darker evenings. They are the perfect space to settle down and enjoy a hobby or some reading.
“Whether it’s a window seat or a comfy chair and a blanket, adding candles and diffusers with uplifting scents can change the mood of the room almost instantly.”
Use soft materials
“Creating a cosy, safe atmosphere is a great way to help combat feelings of lowness.
“Place thick rugs on floors of natural materials like wood, stone or tile creates a nice juxtaposition between the hardness of the floor and the comfort of the rug.
“Purchase blankets and cushions and place them on your sofa so you have a space to settle down on an evening to be both cosy and comfortable.”
