Life becomes so filled with business that it’s easy to overlook what is happening around the house.

But, your home can function as much more than a messy landing pad or bland sleeping space.

We’re focusing on the idea of your home as your sanctuary as we move into the colder months.

Cozy living room with poufs and fireplace.

Michelle Berwick Design

And after long days out and about, theres nothing more you want than tocome home and relax.

Luckily, a few considerations go a long way in curating aserene space.

Their advice spans the gamut from what colors to use to the bestfurnishingsand more.

Reading nook gif

The Spruce / Graphic by Kailey Whitman

“Less is more” also works, and so does “quality over quantity.”

Minimalist spacesclear the clutter, instead focusing on high-quality and much-loved pieces.

There’s an art to creating a minimalist space that still feels warm, inviting, and distinctly you.

colorful room

Margaret Wright Interior + Lifestyle Photography

Cozy bedroom with woven throw spread across dressed bed

The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto

Relaxing Space

Design by Bittoni Architects / Photo by Taiyo Watanabe

how to create a cozy reading nook

Design byCathie Hong Interiors/ Photo byTalitha Photos

ThrowBlanket gif

The Spruce / Graphic by Kailey Whitman

minimalist decorating ideas

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