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The tempo of modern life does not leave plenty of room for a relaxing atmosphere, lazy afternoons, and many other sweet things that make a stress-free environment. However, it doesn’t mean you cannot turn your home into an oasis of relaxation, harmony, and tranquillity – even if you live in the middle of the crazy busy megapolis. Despite what you may think, there are plenty of ways to create a more relaxing home without spending a fortune on expensive remodeling and designer furniture. Here are some great improvement ideas to treat your „castle“ in order to make it a better place to unwind.
Revolutionize Your Outdoor Space
What can be better than hanging out with family and friends outside, enjoying the full benefits of the great outdoors in your yard? If this is pretty much your idea of a relaxing yet exciting pastime, adding a retractable louvered pergola can become a real game-changer. Besides plenty of pleasant moments in the company of your loved ones, you’ll also get powers to control the weather because adjustable pergolas are extremely adaptable, letting you precisely tweak the angle of the louvered roof and quickly adjust to the setting sun or a pop-up thunderstorm. One of the most important advantages of the latest products is that they are also able to give you the full sky whenever you want to enjoy borderless open space.
Add Some Green
If you are a lucky owner of a house that has enough outside space to plant a small garden, do it! Nothing can compare to the relaxing and soothing effects of the natural beauties brought by mother nature, so do not miss this incredible opportunity to add some green mixed with your favorite flowers – a good mood is guaranteed. What if you do not have a yard or live in an apartment? No worries, it is too early to be disappointed because your balcony is a perfect fit to be called a relaxing oasis. Well, if you do not have one, then think of plants you can bring inside, the internet is full of useful information on different plants to de-stress your home and purify the air. Finally, fresh flowers are always an option as they can work miracles when it comes to creating an incredibly pleasant atmosphere chock-full of positive vibes.
Paint The Walls
When painting walls, people often do not think about how the chosen color can affect their mood and well-being. It is not rare when newly-minted homeowners use a color wheel just to find a matching contrast to the carpet or a piece of furniture they have already bought, with the only goal to create an eye-catching space. However, if you strive for a relaxing atmosphere, the key word should be cozy, meaning you have to opt for neutral shades rather than turning your walls into a carnival of bright colors. Just a heads up, neutral doesn’t mean dull, therefore stay away from wishy-washy hues that are simply boring.
It’s a good idea to try every color first on the part of the wall before making the final decision. Always let the paint dry completely because freshly applied paint has a more intensive color and usually gives the wrong impression about the future look of the room. By the way, if you are not quite sure about the shades and, generally, want to avoid all that hassle with matching and pairing, white is the best solution that works well in the vast majority of cases. In addition to that, white walls are the easiest to paint in another color if you change your mind.
Rethink Your Bedroom
When speaking of creating a more relaxing atmosphere at their homes, the great bulk of people are focused on the living room, which, of course, comes as no surprise given that it’s usually the most frequently used area. On the other side, there is a room we spend much more time in – not when we awake but isn’t quality sleep not part of the relaxing living?
If you want to improve that important element of your life, be ready for a couple of changes. First of all, get rid of the TV and try to eliminate all screens – bringing in your laptop to work a bit before falling asleep is a very unhealthy habit. The same is true for cellphones and other innovative devices that interfere with your sleep routine. If you live in the city with its bright lights round-the-clock, consider investing in blackout curtains. One more thing, you can also install a thermostat and humidifier to optimize your sleeping environment.
Choose A Calming Scent
If you are a kind of romantic person, then aromatic candles are the best way to fill your space with a pleasant and relaxing scent. Alternatively, you can take advantage of a diffuser that will remind you of some best moments in your life, bringing your favorite scents and flavors right into your bedroom, living room, or bathroom. Well, if you do not like too strong scents, place a diffuser somewhere in the entryway to be reminded of your best vacation on the beach (or that heavenly delicious strawberry cake?) as soon as you enter your home.
Turn Your Bathroom Into A Spa
In the whole plot of creating a more relaxing home, do not forget about your bathroom that can be an excellent place to unwind and leave all worries behind. Again, turning your bathroom into a Spa doesn’t necessarily have to be an expensive designer project, in fact, your dream experience is just a couple of moves away.
Start with decluttering the space for a neat and chic appearance and do your best to create extra storage for shampoos, creams, toiletries, and all other necessities. Well, if your shower head leaves much to be desired, consider replacing it with a waterfall wonder. And if you already have a jacuzzi, then nothing stays between you and a wonderful relaxing bath.
Turning your home into a perfect place to relax and unwind is not that challenging or expensive as it may seem at first glance. Use these improvement ideas to create a great atmosphere at your home and enjoy a stress-free life.
