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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Charlotte Olby

How to Wrap Your Home in Warmth – Designers Reveal the Layering Secrets That Will Make Your Space Feel Instantly Cozier For Fall

Cozy living room decorated with fall colors with ochre velvet armchairs and burgundy burnt orange fabric accents.

When fall rolls around, I get the urge to add more layers at home – to soften hard edges, pile on the throws, and let my rooms feel a little more lived-in. It’s not about starting from scratch, but about adding warmth and charm, layer by layer.

Whether it’s a cozy rug underfoot, a new throw pillow, or some soft candlelight, these small additions can transform a space from summer to fall in an instant. But, as Jacu Strauss, creative director of Lore Group, told me recently, 'Layering isn’t just about creating comfort, it’s about storytelling. Every texture, finish, and pattern should have a reason to exist.'

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