8 decorating tips to create a relaxing corner in your living room for the holidays
The holidays are approaching, and with them the desire to transform your living room into a warm and welcoming cocoon. Whether you're looking to share a convivial moment or simply unwind after a busy day, a well-thought-out relaxation area can become the beating heart of your home. Discover our 8 must-have tips for creating your winter cocoon in a festive spirit, thanks to a selection of furniture and accessories.
1. Find the perfect corner
Every living room has a corner just waiting to be sublimated. Look for a little-used space, such as near a window to take advantage of natural light and create a luminous ambience, or in an empty corner with a wall, perfect for leaning furniture such as a console against. The wall can also be decorated with mirrors, frames or shelves to enhance the charm and elegance of your relaxation area.
If your living room is open-plan, use a rug to visually delimit your relaxation area, creating an intimate atmosphere without partitioning the space.
Product tip: The PIREUS consoleconsole table, with its marble-effect top, is ideal for structuring your corner while providing a practical space for your festive decorations or an occasional lamp.
2. Choose comfortable furniture
Comfort is paramount in a relaxation area. Choose soft armchairs or a modular sofa that can be adapted to your needs. For limited space, poufs or upholstered benches are practical and aesthetically pleasing options. And the must-have: a curly armchair or rocking chair!
On the sofa side, opt for the NUUK in white curls, with its clean, chic and cocooning design.. If you're looking for a more timeless style, the VARDE modular sofa in beige corduroy is a must-have.
Combine it with the DUKE armchair in terracotta velvet for more color, or with the BORGO armchair in solid wood and white cane for a Scandinavian touch.
The FLOKKE pouffe in white curls completes the relaxation area with its soft texture and modern Scandinavian style. Functional, it can be used as a seat, a comfortable footrest and also for storage. Because plaids take up space!
3. Add cozy textiles
Let's talk about comforters! Textiles are your allies for a cocooning atmosphere. Soft cushions, cozy plaids and thick curtains create a warm atmosphere.
Choose comfortable materials like curls, wool or faux fur, and play with festive tones: deep red, fir green, off-white and touches of gold. Superimpose different textures for a cosy, welcoming effect. It's creative time!
4. Brighten up your relaxation area
Lighting is essential to enhance the atmosphere of your relaxation area. Arrange strings of lights around your furniture or on shelves for a magical atmosphere, and incorporate LED candles or golden candlesticks to enhance the visual and festive warmth. For an enchanting effect, hang luminous stars and use dimmable lamps to adapt the light to the occasion.
Product idea: A lamp on the PIREUS console console or a string of lights wrapped around a shelf like theAUCKLAND can instantly transform your space.
5. Dress up your walls for a personal touch
Walls are often overlooked, but they can enrich your relaxation area. Install shelves like theAUCKLAND to display festive decorations, photo frames or small design objects. Miniature houses, candelabras and green plants: there's room for all your decorations.
On the wall, elegant mirrors and gold ornamentation add depth and a personal touch. A large mirror can also visually enlarge the space and reflect light for an even warmer effect. Add a garland of fir branches for a seasonal touch.
6. Add a natural touch
Indoor plants bring freshness and serenity to a relaxation area. Choose easy-care plants such as succulents, ferns or ivy, which can be placed on brackets or shelves.
Product tip: Combine plants with elegant furniture like the PIREUS console console to maximize their decorative effect. Find ideas for choosing your plants in this article.
7. Create a harmonious palette of colors and textures
The key to a successful relaxation area lies in the harmony of colors and textures. Choose soft, soothing hues (beige, off-white, pearl grey) enhanced by festive accents (red, green or gold).
Combine different materials like raw wood, velvet and wool to add depth and character to the space. See our color palette tips here.
8. Adapt your relaxation area for every occasion
A well-thought-out relaxation area needs to be flexible to adapt to different seasons or holidays. In winter, add string lights and decorations such as baubles. In spring, replace them with fresh flowers and colorful accessories.
Decorating tip: Use modular accessories, such as interchangeable cushion covers or lightweight decorations, to ease transitions between seasons.
Creating a relaxing corner in your living room for the holidays is much more than just a question of decoration: it's about giving your home a space where warmth and conviviality reign. So go ahead, let your creativity shine through and enjoy this decorating adventure!
