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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Pippa Blenkinsop

6 things designers say are making your home less cozy – and how to decorate instead for more welcoming spaces

Things designers say make homes feel less cozy.

When fall comes around and the chill of winter approaches it’s important to have cozy, inviting spaces to hunker down in. While there are many quick updates you can do to make rooms feel instantly cozier, creating a truly warm and welcoming space that will endure across the years involves care and consideration on all aspects of interior design. Indeed, crafting a cozy, timeless space involves thoughtful decisions on everything from wall and floor treatments to furniture choices, layouts, window treatments, and accessories.

If you’re setting out on a decorating project and you're looking to capture that warm, lived-in look then you’re in the right place as we’ve gathered key tips from experienced interior designers on things to look out for which may make homes feel less cozy (not forgetting valuable advice on how you could be making a home look more cozy).

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