In this post, I share how to make your home cozy and minimalist so you can have an inviting and clutter-free home.
I find that when people want to make their home cozy, they think that means they need to buy more stuff and add clutter to their home.
Trust me. All that is unnecessary.
Your home really can be cozy AND minimalist at the same time!
In my house, I like to keep things simple and cozy so I can unwind and feel at home.
Read on for my best 10 tips on how to make your home cozy and minimalist.
What is a cozy minimalist home?
A cozy minimalist home is a home that you’ve simplified and decluttered thoroughly and made as comfortable and cozy as possible.
You’ve removed anything that doesn’t add value to your life while also curating some pieces that make your home feel cozy and inviting.
In a cozy minimalist home, there is not an excess of knick knacks or clutter.
There is just the right amount of items out for you to be happy in your house.
If you’re wondering how to make your home cozy and minimalist, read on!
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How to make your home cozy and minimalist? Here are 10 tips.
1. Remove clutter to make your home cozy and minimalist
I find that spaces filled with too many things and clutter everywhere aren’t cozy. Do you agree?
They make me feel stressed and it looks chaotic.
To make your home cozy, you need to declutter items that you don’t like or use anymore.
Your new minimal space will become a cozy haven where you can relax and create beautiful memories with your family!
2. Only keep what makes you happy
Now that you have decluttered your home and got rid of unwanted things, you need to only surround yourself with things that bring you happiness.
The best way to do that is to display your sentimental items on a shelf or other visible surface.
If you have a fun hobby, make sure to have those supplies readily available as well so you can get to them easily.
Just try to keep them as minimal and organized as possible.
3. Use different textures around your home
One of the most impactful ways to make your home cozy is to use different textures around your house.
Add different throw pillows on your couch.
Throw a cozy blanket on your bed.
Have soft towels and bathrobes readily available in your bathroom.
You can also add texture by using rugs in your living areas.
I also recently noticed how much of a difference curtains make in a space! They really do add texture and warmth in a room that you didn’t even know you needed.
4. Use natural light during the day and lamps at night
Avoid turning on lamp light during the day unless you absolutely need to.
Not only will this save you energy and money, but letting natural light in your home will make it cozier and warm.
Who doesn’t love the look of sunlight streaming in a room?!
And then at night, instead of using harsh overhead lights, turn on several different lamps.
Remember to use lightbulbs that have a warm glow instead of the ones with a cold white look to them.
You can even make things even cozier by lighting a fire or burning candles!
5. Be intentional when choosing home decor
To make your home cozy and minimalist you need to be intentional about how many pieces of decor you put out.
Decor pieces can add to the coziness of a space, but you don’t want to overdo it with them.
Consider only having a maximum of five items displayed on each shelf.
Do not put wall art on every empty wall in a room.
Having fewer decorations means that you are more likely to enjoy each one compared to if you had too many.
I also love using mirrors to elevate a room and bounce the natural light.
6. Get houseplants
I find houseplants make the room feel alive and create a sense of serenity, which is ideal to make a room cozy.
If plants aren’t your thing, maybe you’d prefer to add some fresh flowers in a vase on your kitchen table instead.
They will become a beautiful natural centerpiece that everyone will be able to enjoy!
7. Choose furniture and decor items made of natural materials
One of the best ways to make your home cozy is to include natural materials in your home decor.
They will contribute to making your home feel warm and inviting.
Try to limit the number of items made of plastic because those have the least cozy feel.
Examples of natural materials are wood, wicker and clay.
You can use them as various home decor pieces like furniture, baskets or vases.
8. Use pops of color and textures here and there
Cozy doesn’t just mean beige and neutral. Don’t be afraid to add color and patterns!
I particularly lean towards earthy colors like green around my home.
They are easy on the eyes and can create the cozy vibe you’re looking for.
To stay minimal, don’t use too many colors. Try to stick to the 60-30-10 rule.
According to this rule, the main color you choose to have in your room should represent 60% of it. The secondary color, 30%, and the accent one, 10%.
This design rule will help give your space a balanced look!
9. Reduce visual clutter in your home
It goes without saying that removing the clutter in your home is a must to make your home cozy and minimalist.
What needs to be removed is anything that bothers our eyes when looking at our space.
For instance, some people like decor with words and phrases on them.
It’s totally fine to have them because they can also add coziness to your home.
But try to avoid having too many of them so your eyes aren’t constantly needing to read something when you’re home.
This also relates to logos and labels on products. I even peel labels off of candles so they have a cleaner look.
Having too many things out is visually distracting and doesn’t create a cozy minimalist home that you’re wanting.
10. Make your home smell cozy
Not only do you want your home to look cozy, but you also want it to smell cozy too!
This can be made possible with candles, air fresheners, or simmer pots if you want to try a more natural way of giving your home a scent.
Simmer pot recipes for each season:
I hope these cozy minimalist home tips helped you create home in which you feel calm and happy without all the clutter!
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