Good Lighting
Lighting is such a vital part of the way our homes feel. While some people actually prefer darker rooms, most of us can benefit from allowing more natural light into a space. If the room doesn’t feature much natural light, consider adding the light in yourself. Ensure that you have enough lamps, and use daylight-simulating bulbs for a more natural and relaxing space.
Paint Choices
One of the easiest ways to make your home more relaxing and calming is to rethink the paint that adorns each room. While bright colors and patterns may be fun, the extra stimulation can overwhelm our brains. The colors you want to stick close to are usually cooler and softer. Try repainting with a pale green or blue—even a light gray will work—for a more soothing aesthetic.
Softer Textures
While color is certainly an essential part of a room’s look and feel, an element we often overlook is the textures within it. To create a more relaxing space, you want to keep the textures of your room soft and comforting. Décor items such as pillows and blankets come in handy here, as they can soften the room by a wide margin with the proper placement.
Less Clutter
Having excess clutter is a surefire way to overwhelm yourself and cause unnecessary stress. Untidy spaces cause your brain to go into overdrive as it tries to take in all the extra information that the clutter creates. Decluttering won’t just make your rooms more relaxing; it will actually decrease the amount of overall stress you feel in a day.
More Life
Humans were never meant to live in entirely static, lifeless places. As such, you can make your home feel more soothing by adding natural features like plant life to a room. Not only do plants tie a room together and give it more energy, but they also help to circulate more oxygen in your home. This extra oxygen and the detoxifying attributes of plants make them a welcome contribution to any relaxing space.
