It’s strange, but the truth is you can have the prettiest room in the world, and still not feel completely settled when you’re in it because, no matter how great it looks, it’s just not comfortable. The problem is that a lot of people make a mistake thinking that comfort is the same as style, but that’s not the case, and in fact, sometimes it can be the total opposite. So how can you make a room instantly feel more comfortable when it doesn’t right now? Keep reading to find out because there are some handy design tricks that will change everything once you know what they are. 

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Start With Lighting 

One big issue tends to be lighting because harsh overhead bulbs make even the nicest room feel cold. However, soft, layered lighting does the opposite and makes everything feel instantly warmer, so that’s what you’ll need to do if things are currently a bit uncomfy. 

To start with, you can have a lamp in the corner, for example, and make sure you install a warm bulb instead of a white one. Then you could have some fairy lights around the ceiling or across the doorframe - wherever they’ll look good. They’re a great layer to add in, and they’ll make the space feel a lot more lived in, which is the result you’re ultimately looking for. 

Have The Right Textures 

Texture is another thing that can take a room from uncomfortable to comfortable in an instant, and adding texture is so easy as well - you just need a soft throw, a thick rug, cushions that feel good to sit on as well as look good on the sofa and armchair, and so on. 

Basically, you’ll need to add little details that give each surface a bit more interest, and those details should be soft ones. Just be careful not to go over the top because you’ll run the risk of cluttering things up - you only need to choose one or two textures to make a difference. 

Fix The Temperature 

Design doesn’t actually matter at all if you’re shivering or sweating because neither of those things are comfortable - the most beautiful room in the house isn’t going to magically become comfortable if the temperature isn’t right, is it? But the weird thing is, this isn’t often something people think about because they’ll assume it’s a different problem and try to fix something that doesn’t need fixing. 

But sometimes the fastest route to comfort is just to make sure everything works, from airflow to heating to cooling. If the room always feels a bit chilly, or you’ve been meaning to book a furnace repair for a while but keep putting it off, the comfort of your home is always going to be limited, no matter how many cushions you buy. 

Create Small Zones 

Big, open rooms might look gorgeous, but they can feel overwhelming, and breaking the space up into smaller zones can be the right thing to do if you want things to be more comfortable. 

Having spots like a reading corner, a coffee nook, and a cosy sofa setup makes the room feel like it’s intended for humans rather than a magazine spread, so you’re sure to feel more comfortable.