October Home Refresh: Furniture Picks For A Cosier Space

As the days get shorter and the evenings get cooler, October is the perfect time to think about ways to make your home feel warmer and cosier. From soft cushions to plush throws and comfortable furniture, a few simple additions can transform your space for the upcoming season. In this EZ Living Furniture blog, we've compiled some of our top furniture and accessory picks to help you create a cosy home this autumn.

Introduce Soft Textures

The easiest way to make a home feel warmer is by bringing in soft textures. Throws, cushions, blankets, and rugs can all add warmth and comfort without requiring a total home makeover. If you're looking to up your interior game for the cosy season, try layering different textures to create a warm and inviting feel. A chunky, knitted throw draped over a velvet sofa in your living room can make everyone feel welcome. There's no need to stick to traditionally autumnal colours either. Warm neutrals, earthy greens, soft browns, and muted terracotta shades can also help to create that cosy feel while still fitting in with existing decor and trends.

Create A Cosy Living Room

As we tend to spend more time indoors at this time of the year, we often find ourselves spending more time in our living rooms. The living room becomes an important space for relaxing, and therefore comfortable seating needs to be prioritised. A large sofa such as a corner sofa can create a great centrepiece in the room and can aid full relaxation during the cold months (and beyond), while a cuddler armchair can offer extra seating and another place to sit and relax. 

EZ TIP: Remember, only choose furniture that works with the size and layout of your room. An ill-fitting sofa can do more harm than good.

Add Warmth With Lighting

Lighting is a very powerful home decor tool. It can completely change the atmosphere in a room, particularly as the evenings become darker earlier. Instead of relying solely on the main ceiling light, it's important to invest in several smaller sources of light, i.e., table lamps and floor lamps. Both can create a softer and more relaxing environment, and when you switch to warm-toned bulbs, it can make the room feel even more inviting. 

Make Space For Cosy Corners

If you're living in a small home or apartment, it can be difficult to represent the changing seasons in a big way. Dedicating an entire home to the cooler months with autumnal and winter decor is easy when you have the space to do it. Still, that doesn't mean those with smaller homes need to miss out. Creating one small cosy corner can have just as much impact. To do this, choose one corner and bring in a comfortable armchair for it. Beside a window, lamp or bookshelf is best. Then add a soft throw, a cushion, and a small side table, and viola, you have created the perfect cosy reading nook, relaxation zone, and/or morning coffee zone.

Don't Forget The Finishing Touches

Sometimes it's the smaller details that have the biggest impact. Soft rugs are often forgotten but can add warmth underfoot and bring a whole look together. Similarly, natural decorations such as dried flowers and branches are a great way to add that subtle autumnal look without making the space feel overly themed. The key is to layer rather than overload, and once you've accomplished that and included the other items on our list, you'll have a home that will ooze relaxation and warmth. 

With these few simple changes, you can make your home feel cosier and ready for the cooler months. Smaller accessories can make all the difference too! To shop our full range of accessories, click here.

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