Cozy Home Recipes from Our Regular Contributor Anna Mulan

I recently moved to a new apartment. But she did not experience the expected joy from the move. I could sit in my favorite Starbucks until the night: work, relax and be inspired. It was more comfortable there than at home. When I felt that I was already 80% coffee, I realized that it was time to return home.

I wondered why it doesn't feel like it? Why is it cozier in a noisy coffee shop? And in general, what little things make a house a home?And here are the recipes for a cozy home that cannot be exchanged for a cafe. Verified by personal experience.

Well, I decided on a change in the house. But where do you start? Read a smart book, magazine, watch design tutorials on the Internet, or maybe hire a designer? But this would not make the apartment more comfortable, because the concept “ cosiness ”Everyone has their own. This is something personal.

I started with a simple one - with the questions: “What kind of atmosphere in the house do I need at all? What feelings would I like to experience in each of the rooms? "

Take your time to throw out the old and buy new furniture. The apartment will not become more comfortable. Ask the question: what do YOU ​​want? And for each room, choose at least three symbol words that describe the atmosphere you want to create.

A very cool book on this topic "". It makes it clear that before starting global changes in the house, you should first understand yourself.

My comfort was hampered by things that I haven’t used for a long time, but it’s a pity to throw it away (“same memory”). I'm sure everyone has faced this problem (our balconies are a temple to the memory of unnecessary items).Trash accumulates and gathers dust for years. And old, already unnecessary, memories make it difficult to enjoy the present. By the way, on the topic of unnecessary things and order in the house, we have a separate

Do not be afraid to throw away jars, bottles, sachets in bags, boxes - what you have not used for a long time. Yes, these things were once needed, but the time has come for something really important and new.

Recently I traveled to Sweden and noticed one detail: in each apartment there was a paper star-lamp on the windowsill. And the rooms and balconies were decorated with lights. Even on the street I felt the atmosphere of home comfort and warmth.Then I thought: “This is cool! And only a few lights ”. MWe treat the light in the house superficially: we hung up a chandelier and, at best, put a floor lamp. And light is a powerful cozier that creates an atmosphere.

Highlight each area in the room with light, do not allow dark corners. Place a floor lamp by the armchair in which you like to read, hang a sconce over your favorite painting or photo, do not forget about a table lamp and a chandelier with soft light.And, of course, candles are a warm and lively light.

Comfort's best friend is a dimmer: fit it to all light sources for the right atmosphere.

The sofa is an interesting thing. He is like a gray cardinal: it does not seem to be the basis of the interior, but it affects everything that is in the room.The sofa carries a great emotional load - it is a place where you can relax and unwind, chat with family and friends, wrapped in a blanket and watch TV with your soul mate. Take his choice seriously.

“Well, I'll buy some cheap one for the first time,” I mistakenly thought. Mine was uncomfortable and tough, and besides, it quickly broke down. I had to go in search of quality and new in order to make the apartment comfortable.

Quality is expressed in beauty and convenience. When choosing, look at the neatness of the seams, the coating, and most importantly, the filler. The ideal filling is down with a thin layer of foam rubber.

A moment of theory: LPPU or latex polyurethane foam is the ideal solution. Unlike simple foam rubber, in which bubbles burst under load (this causes the coating to bend and lose its shape), latex does not suffer from exploitation, but returns each time to its original position. You can check this by sitting on the couch. See how quickly it gets back in shape. Another surefire way is to ask a consultant or ask to see and touch the layer.

Do not skimp on a decent sofa - this is your comfort. We even have a whole article about this: "How to choose a good sofa?" And how to make it more comfortable - see below.

Plaid often travels from room to room on my shoulders. When I want warmth, I take it out of the bowels of the closet. But it can warm not only people, but also give warmth to the whole room.

The blankets thrown over the back of the chair or the armrest of the sofa seem to hint that they live in the room, use it. Cashmere, wool, cotton, plaid or striped. With them, any interior will be more homely and lively.

And the Pillows! To be honest, I only had one. She was lying on the bed, covered with a blanket, and fulfilled one function - transferred to the world of dreams.Pillows can update and even change the interior. Place one on the armchair and several on the couch, and the room will look new!

But not everything is so simple. In addition to beauty, convenience is also important here. If family members, friends, guests, sitting down, push aside or remove pillows, then there is no question of any comfort. No matter how gorgeous the pillow would be, first of all it should invite you to sit down.

Here are a couple of life hacks:

pay attention to down pillows - they are the softest;

if you are in doubt about the size of the pillow - make a big error;

large square sofas ( 35-50 cm) , rectangular for armchairs (30x40 or 40x65);

the color of the pillow must match at least three things in the interior (curtains, carpet, wallpaper, etc.)

Here is the formula for comforting a sofa = a blanket on the back or armrest + 2 identical pillows in the corners + a rectangular pillow in the center. (More about the number, place and size of pillows in ours)

There are many helpful tips for soft cozies in Home Sweet Home. I read it in one evening and was inspired to buy new pillows!

The first thing people notice when entering a house is its aroma. It stays in memory and makes the first impression. It is unlikely to be cozy in an apartment with the smell of dampness or mold.

This does not mean that you need to buy up a bunch of flavors and spray where it smells unpleasant. The bottom line is that you should create a basic scent that is always in the apartment - you feel it as soon as you walk home from the street.

You can use the following:

aroma mixture

Convenient to use sachets. Sachets are small pads or bags filled with natural materials: petals, twigs, herbs, spices.

Such bags are placed throughout the apartment, and always in the hallway, so that a pleasant aroma is met after a hard day at work.

aroma candles

Depending on the season or our mood, we can change the smells of the house using aroma candles. They liven up any room and are appropriate almost everywhere, except for the dining table - there is a place for the smell of delicious food.

Be careful. From candles made of cheap and low-quality materials, you will not get relaxation, but a headache. Choose from natural soy or coconut wax.

Have you noticed how a room transforms when there is a beautiful bouquet in it? Somehow immediately fresh, joyful, comfortable. But such transformations in the interior for most happen on holidays, when flowers migrate into the house as a gift.

I love fresh flowers. They invigorate the room and create a fresh scent. Therefore, I made it a rule to keep them at home all year round (you can read about how to choose flowers). Nobody says that you need to buy huge gift bouquets. A couple of tulips, peonies or ordinary daisies - and the room becomes cozier.

Another option is indoor plants. They have such a homely and well-groomed look at the rooms. Choose cute and scented plants: jasmine, daffodil, amaryllis, geranium, citrus.

Just imagine, after a long renovation, you enter the apartment. The house is unrecognizable, everything is stylish and new. Walk around the apartment as if in a museum, examining every detail. Sit on the plush and plush sofa and look around. Everything seems to be beautiful, but you uncomfortable. And all because it remains to add myself .

Photos, paintings, books, memorabilia tell our story. With the correct arrangement of these objects, it turns out living house, telling about the owner.

Making your home your own through:

Books

This is what we love and admire. Through books, we are able to tell about our hobbies without even naming them. Therefore, you do not need to put them in boxes and store them in a closet.

Piles of books can be stacked on the floor. Can be placed on the shelves, diluting them with candles, figures, photographs.

Photo

I love live, casual shots. They accurately convey our emotions and state of the past. It is these photos that should be stored not on the smartphone, but on the walls in the apartment. How to do it, read

Print, hang or place anywhere in the room. Fill it with emotion.

Paintings and drawings

You surround yourself with creativity that inspires.

Hang pictures on the wall, or simply place them on a table, a mantelpiece, or lean against a wall for a carefree atmosphere. (For information on how to do this, see the article "How to hang pictures without a headache?")

Recently, the magic of decorative mirrors was revealed to me. Walking in IKEA between showrooms, I noticed one living room. She was airy, fresh and light. And all because of the decorative mirrors in unusual frames.They multiplied the chandelier light reflected in them so much that the room became very lively. The diffused light illuminated the dark corners of the space and it turned out to be very cozy.

Do you understand what I mean? Mirrors won't hurt. Hang them on the wall instead of a picture, place them over a fireplace or next to some piece of furniture, place them between a pair of windows, over a sofa, over any shelf or dressing table.

If the house has a fireplace, then 50% of the comfort plan has been completed! Because fire is warmth, calmness, pacification, comfort.An alternative is an electric fireplace: there is no need to throw firewood, it is impossible to get burned, there is warmth.In general, if there is an opportunity to purchase this magical thing - do not hesitate!

These points helped me bring the apartment closer to a cozy ideal. But there is also an important detail - the comfort in the house is created by its people.

Your comfort is yourself and the emotions that you bring. Whether positive or negative, they energize every corner.

And here is the ideal formula for coziness: sincere gatherings with family and friends + love + 10 tips mentioned above, and you will never exchange a house for a noisy cafe.

To come home and get into an atmosphere of comfort and warmth is a natural desire and right of any person. It is wonderful when harmony and joy reign in the apartment, and loved ones and relatives meet on the doorstep. Sometimes for complete happiness there are not enough little things. So, it's time to think about how to create coziness in the apartment, set a certain style for the interior, add those details that will turn the house into a “full bowl”.

Order

First of all, a cozy apartment is a clean apartment, where there is no place for a mess. Disorder is only permissible in the artist's studio. Sometimes, in order to create coziness in an apartment with your own hands, it is enough just to do a general cleaning. This activity is not to everyone's liking, but the result of the effort spent justifies itself. You can often see real chaos even in your own home. Do not be afraid and give up. You need to act like this.

• First of all, it is recommended to conduct an audit and get rid of unnecessary things. The junk, which is dead weight, not only takes up precious square meters, but also creates a lot of inconvenience. Clothes and footwear that have not been worn for a long time, faulty household appliances, papers, boxes, etc. are the "killers" of comfort.
• The face of a cozy apartment is the kitchen. If it doesn't shine with cleanliness, and a new life has arisen in the refrigerator, you will have to roll up your sleeves and bring everything to shine.
• Well-kept plumbing fixtures, polished faucets and a splash-free mirror are great things to see when tidying up in the morning.
• Wardrobes and dressers full of crumpled things make it impossible for their owners to quickly find a clean pair of socks. It's great to open a door or slide out a drawer to find neat stacks of things and ironed shirts on hangers.
• People spend most of their lives in bed. Fresh linens, soft pillows and a light duvet are a well-deserved reward at the end of every day.
• The hallway, the floor of which is lined with shoes for different seasons, is not pleasing to the eye. It is best to keep each pair in a separate box and take out according to the season.

Having done away with the accumulated mess once and for all, it will become very easy to maintain cleanliness, because ordinary wet cleaning does not take much time.

Interior

Major repairs and the purchase of new furniture are not affordable for everyone. This is not necessary! If the condition of the walls, floors and plumbing is not critical, it is quite possible to get by with an inexpensive cosmetic repair. Today, the building materials market pleases buyers with such a rich assortment of goods that it will not be difficult to choose inexpensive wallpaper and paint to update the room and furniture.

Color, texture, style is a matter of taste. It is important that the renovation is done accurately, environmentally, and the selected shades are in harmony, and not "argue" with each other. Of course, creating coziness in a new apartment is much easier than remodeling the interior in an old one: no need to remove old wallpaper and paint, or move furniture. But how nice it is to refresh your favorite home, to make it play with new colors! Recommendations:

• for painting ceilings and walls in the bathroom and kitchen, an acrylic-based water dispersion paint is perfect; it transmits moisture well, is resistant to abrasion and looks advantageous even on a non-ideal surface;
• before proceeding with wallpapering, it is advisable to prime the wall; this will reduce the consumption of glue and ensure reliable adhesion of the material to the plane;
• for painting cast-iron heating radiators, it is better to use good old oil paint - it has excellent anti-corrosion properties and costs a mere penny.

When walls and ceilings shine with newness, it's time to move on to the next step in creating a cozy atmosphere in your home. To do this, you have to turn on your imagination and be creative.

Details

Little things are what, in fact, life consists of. Pleasant ones cheer you up, while others are annoying. In an effort to surround ourselves with cute objects, we create coziness in the house with our own hands.

• Houseplants. Nothing enlivens an apartment like well-groomed flowers in beautiful flower pots. It doesn't matter which ones, flowering or just greens, they delight the eye and decorate the house, and even clean the air in the room, saturating it with oxygen. If you do not have experience in caring for flowers, you can always purchase cute and picky plants by contacting the seller for advice.
• Coziness in a lounge is often associated with a plump sofa or recliner and a soft blanket. Why not get a rocking chair? Place a small table next to it, a bowl of fruit, and some good books.
• Home clothes and footwear. Let it be not only comfortable and pleasant to the touch, but also new and beautiful. Dirty place in the trash can.
• Dishes for every day. Are you used to taking out ceremonial plates before the arrival of guests? Down with this relic of the past! The habit of serving the table beautifully will make even ordinary pasta tastier, and life more elegant.
• Framed paintings, panels, photographs. Let your beloved faces smile from the walls, inspire beautiful landscapes, make you proud of your own hand-made.

When planning how to create coziness in the house, all these little things should be given maximum attention, because they will surround you every day of your life.

The scent of comfort

Sometimes, when you go to someone's house, you feel an unpleasant smell. It doesn't matter if it's cigarettes, stale food, or an uncleaned hamster cage. I want to leave the premises as soon as possible.

Important: the house needs to be ventilated every day!

Fresh air not only displaces unpleasant odors, but also improves health, reduces fatigue. And here are the available tools that create a wonderful scent in the rooms:

• cinnamon is good for the kitchen - it smells amazing and very cozy;
• in the bedroom, orange or lemon peels, crushed and packed in a sachet, will come in handy;
• in the living room you can put a vase with coffee beans.

It is best not to use chemical air fresheners, especially if there are children in the house. And the most important cozy aroma is the smell of cleanliness and delicious homemade food. Everyone loves him.

Little space?

Alas, not everyone was lucky enough to acquire a spacious living space. But you can also feel comfortable in a one-room apartment! In this case, it is very important to correctly organize the space in the room.

The basic rules are:

• Nothing extra! Give, sell or throw away anything you don't use all the time! An exception may be repair tools.
• Invest in a tall roomy wardrobe. Let it cost a pretty penny, but the whole wardrobe and even shoes will fit in its bowels.
• The berth should fold, turning into a compact sofa during the day.

All this will help to reclaim a few extra (or necessary) square meters. But you can visually enlarge the room like this:

• use light colors for decoration;
• make sure that the ceiling is perfectly flat and white;
• paint the window frames white;
• leave a minimum of decorations on the walls;
• do not overload the interior with details;
• do not keep in sight those things that can be removed.

Designers, when deciding how to create coziness in a small apartment, suggest using mirrors. Particularly noteworthy are the specimens with a picture. The patterns created by the craftsmen on the mirror surface make this essential household item a luxurious interior decoration.

A floor-to-ceiling mirror in a semi-antique wooden frame or framed by indoor plants can completely transform even the smallest room, giving it depth. Attention! The mirror must be perfectly clean, splashes and streaks kill all the magic.

The smaller the room, the more neatly it should be cleaned. And there is one more technique for creating coziness.

Zoning

It was invented so that even in a small room there was a place for at least two. Zoning is not about building additional walls. Most often it is conditional, but this method works great.

• The most common technique is decorative wall decoration in different colors, using different textures in order to define the boundaries between zones of the same room. For example, in a common living room there may be several functional areas: work (computer desk, office chair), relaxation area (sofa, bookcase), playroom (soft rug and box with toys).
• Light folding folding screens are sometimes used. With their help, you can define boundaries more clearly, but such devices still take place.
• An interesting design solution is a screen made of beads. It is unlikely that you can buy something like this, but you can do it yourself or order it from a master. A unique author's piece will be released. Long nylon threads studded with transparent or colored (or different) beads look luxurious.

Window

No wonder they are called the eyes of the house. Clean glass, freshly painted or new frames are only half the battle. Curtains are of enormous importance. They should be clean and perfectly ironed, if the design is not wrinkled.

Floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall curtains visually expand the room. The effect is enhanced if a light tone is selected that is in harmony with the overall color scheme of the room.

Lighting

An elegant chandelier in the living room, an elegant floor lamp near the sofa, a pretty lampshade in the kitchen or original multifunctional lighting throughout the apartment - all this can become a highlight in the interior of your apartment.

Comfort in the house is the fruit of care and work. The luxurious shine of a hotel suite and someone else's luxury always fade against the sweet simplicity of a well-groomed home.

Want to make your kitchen even more comfortable? Then in this article you will find a lot of useful information for yourself. And photos of real kitchen interiors will help you understand the topic even more.

1. Warm tone of the walls.

Walls are primarily responsible for psychological comfort in the kitchen.

Colorists advise to select kitchen wall coverings in discreet warm tones:

• pale pink;
• light yellow;
• brownish;
• orange;
• peach;
• fawn.

Walls of these colors seem especially familiar. They pacify, relax, bring a feeling of harmony and romantic lightness to home comfort. Against their background, pieces of furniture and original accessories stand out favorably.

Now it is fashionable to alternate wallpaper of similar shades on one wall. For example, yellow can be combined with fawn, orange with light brown. Such smooth overflows of tones will not create the effect of "exploding rainbow", but will add a touch of light energy to the general atmosphere of peace.

2. Cheerful curtains.

Well-chosen curtains are the key to kitchen design. Multi-layered long curtains made of dark and heavy material have no place in the kitchen. They look hard, unhygienic and impractical.

Here you need light, airy, translucent curtains to the windowsill. The color of the curtains should match the tone of the walls.

It is best to give preference to lightweight fabrics:

• chintz;
• tulle;
• guipure;
• silk.

Decorated with a lambrequin or an arch, interestingly draped, window decor will look aesthetically pleasing and cheer up.

Notes of frivolity and joy will bring curtains in polka dots or flowers. Curtains with animations, butterflies, birds will add carelessness and playfulness to the kitchen interior.

Color-contrasting finishing elements will look playful on plain curtains:

• ruffles;
• bows;
• lace;
• application;
• embroidery.

But all these decorations should be delicate and light, so as not to "burden" the overall impression of the curtains.

3. Cozy yellow light.

The yellow color of the lamp is the most favorable for the kitchen. It increases appetite, improves digestion, improves mood, stimulates to work. Yellow lighting is comfortable for the eyes: they do not get tired of it, but on the contrary, they relax after a busy day.

However, if possible, it's best to add a pair of yellow sconces to it. During evening gatherings, their delicate radiation in the dining area will be quite enough. You just need to make sure that additional light sources do not give glare.

An important role in the selection of a lighting device is played by its power. Therefore, the best solution for the kitchen would be a chandelier with a dimmer. This device will allow, depending on the situation and mood, to intensify or dim the intensity of the lighting.

4. New kitchen apron.

A kitchen apron can not only protect the wall, but also please the eye. The lack of decor on it or old faded pictures do not add a degree of mood. It is very easy to fix things and revive the kitchen.

It is enough to buy new original stickers on the market. Your imagination and taste will help you decide on the choice of images.

Their assortment is huge: panoramic views, landscapes, funny faces, motivating inscriptions, stylish ornaments.

The glass panel will be transformed after printing or engraving on it. To get a relief pattern, you can use the chemical etching method.

If there is no kitchen apron at all, a strip of colored kitchen oilcloth of medium thickness will fill the gap.

Stickers with the image of dishes, vegetables, fruits will update the facades of the cabinets. Self-adhesive foil will also serve as an effective decoration for kitchen furniture. True, given the fragility of this material, it will have to be changed annually.

6. Roof rails.

"Hangers" for kitchen utensils are worthy of attention of the hostess inclined to organization. With the help of convenient tubes and boards, you can compactly place mugs, spoons, knives, ladles, jars of spices.

All this is hung on hooks or fastening holders. Railing systems are installed above the stove, along the edge of the working apron, above the sink.

7. Accessories

The comfort of the kitchen environment will be given by useful and at the same time spectacular little things:

• Mitten in tandem with an oven mitt.
• A set of painted trays.
• Cutting boards of various sizes and configurations.
• A set of plastic, tin or glass jars for storing pasta, sugar, salt, cereals, spices, tea, coffee.
• Unusual shape sugar bowl, butter dish, pepper bowl.
• Silicone wipes imitating various types of fruit in a cut.
• Cork coasters for cups with hot drinks.

Thanks to the original design of these fun organizers, everyday cooking, like receiving it, turns into a holiday.

A lot of interesting products will help to emphasize the individuality and completeness of the interior:

• Glass multistage or ornate metal shelves.
• Paintings and panels depicting still lifes or landscapes.
• Entourage dishes made of ceramics, wood, phosphorus, glass (wall plates, vases for fruits and flowers, candy bowls, cup holders, jugs), wicker baskets.
• Figurines depicting domestic animals (cows, pigs, chickens), vegetables, fruits.
• Candlesticks in the shape of a tree or a flower.

When choosing these jewelry, you need to follow a sense of proportion and style. The main thing here is not to overdo it and maintain a balance so that the decor does not acquire a mosaic chaos.

9. Soft corner

The daytime recreation area - a sofa complex, a banquet, a bench or a bench - contributes to the comfort of the kitchen environment. It is best to order a seating area in accordance with the dimensions of the room and the chosen interior style.

For convenience, you can ask the craftsmen to make a folding type structure. It is also desirable that there is a niche for things under the upper berth.

10. Indoor flowers

Green "inhabitants" of the kitchen moisturize and refresh the air, make the room beautiful and habitable. Some of them, such as ivy or tropical vines, are placed on the very top of a kitchen unit or in a planter and used for vertical gardening.

A place on the windowsill is usually provided for more capricious flowers that need sunlight: orchid, Chinese rose, geranium, hyacinth, violet. For this, the plants thank the owners with blossoming buds. Tradescantia and begonia are not afraid of open vents and drafts.

The larger the kitchen, the more appropriate large-sized plants are in it. In a spacious room, you can arrange a real blooming oasis by planting hibiscus, palm, lemon tree, ficus in tubs. The dining table can also be decorated with a flower, but only the smallest and healthiest one.

11. Mini-vegetable garden on the windowsill.

The kitchen is the most suitable place for growing healthy herbs: basil, parsley, dill, thyme, watercress, mint, green onions. It's so cute, so comfortable, so feminine! Many of these herbs do not need soil: they can be planted in containers with water or special hydropots.

Ekaterina Koval

Co-founder of the hygge coffee shop Rosette and Coffee.

People started talking about hygge in Russia last fall, when Mike Viking's book “Hygge. The Secret of Danish Happiness ”. For comparison: prior to October 2016, Google produced 35.5 thousand results for the “hygge” query, and from October 2016 to December 2017 - as many as 43.3 thousand. All over the world, apartments in the hygge style began to appear, clothes in the hygge style are sold, there are articles about hygge cosmetics. The hygge trend is sweeping the world.

There is no unambiguous translation of this word into Russian. In the book Viking (an ideal surname to write about Danish happiness) lists translation options that will help create an idea of ​​hygge: a feeling of coziness, attention, mood, comfort, hug, well-being, and others.

But in fact, hygge is an absolutely simple and understandable thing that everyone felt, especially in childhood. It is a feeling of serenity, security, simple happiness.

There are many tips in the book and on the Internet on how to comprehend hygge, but not all of them are feasible in a metropolis, especially during the cold season. We understand that it is not so easy to find a fireplace or light a fire in the city. At the same time, hygge can help restore strength and, most likely, make you happier, at least for a while.

Below are 10 simple tips to create a hygge atmosphere in your home that you can apply right now.

1. Use candles and several different light sources

During the day, we are haunted by bright uniform lighting: in offices, shops, cafes. For a feeling of comfort, in addition to light, shadows are also needed. In order for the shadows to appear, you need several sources that will create islands of light. Soft lighting creates a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.

Place the lamps on the table and on the floor. Better if they are with lampshades and shades of frosted glass. The lower the power of the light bulb, the warmer its light, therefore it is better to buy simple incandescent lamps with a power of no more than 150 watts.

Another option to get a dim light is to light a garland. And of course, it is a symbol of romance, which is easy to arrange for yourself every evening.

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A few small pillows and a blanket are enough for this. Remember how in childhood this could have turned into a house or even a whole fortress? We sat in our building feeling completely protected from the outside world. Ideally, you can arrange such a corner on the windowsill and watch the street and the lights of the house opposite, but you can choose a place on the floor or on the couch, as long as you feel comfortable.

3. Disable gadgets

Give yourself a digital detox. You will definitely check the messages, feed and news, but later. Rest your eyes, brain and soul. By the way, according to research Affect of the Digital Age on Sleep, Stress and Mental Health, 80% of people breathe less frequently when looking at their phone or computer. And the lack of oxygen, as you know, increases the level of stress, which we already have enough. According to various sources, we check smartphones 150-200 times a day. So let's take time for ourselves, not for the device.

4. Wrap yourself in a blanket and put on knitted socks

Convenience and coziness are what you need after a hard day. Put on your favorite pants, in which you will never go out, and enjoy the freedom.

5. Sweets and hot drinks

Everything is clear here. Chocolate, pastries, cakes, sweets, coffee, tea, cocoa ... What could be simpler and more beautiful? Among the most hygge sweets are usually called cinnamon rolls, potato cake, chocolate cake.

6. Print old photos

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Remember photo albums? My favorites are the ones where you could make captions for each, such an analogue of modern Instagram. Now our photos are scattered across social networks. Dedicate an evening to collect them and print, make an album or commemorative wall.

7. Write a letter to someone or to yourself about the happiest moments

When we write, we become more aware of what happened and once again experience moments of happiness. Write a letter to a loved one or yourself in the future.

8. Call your friends and cook dinner together

Cover the table together with a tablecloth, candles, beautiful napkins, flowers, beautiful dishes. It would seem such a simple action, but what can bring you closer together than a common meal? And here is the Russian version of the hygge: stick homemade or dumplings with friends or relatives.

9. Buy something from antiques

Armchair in a coffee shop

Get a figurine, lamp, chair, or give a second life to an old object. How nice it is to find something of your own in the huge number of faceless goods that are offered to us in the mass market. Moreover, there are now a lot of decent vintage stores, where they bring selected goods from Europe.

Things with a history are nostalgia, emotions and other value in the eyes of their owner. It is not necessary to throw the item away if it is out of date. For example, in our coffee shop there is an old armchair, which we have sheathed with new fabric, it fits perfectly into the interior and is now always occupied by our visitors.

10. Get to know your neighbors and make a book exchange in the hallway

Seriously, it's best to know who lives behind the wall. Believe me, these people have similar experiences, fears and joys. And even after meeting the neighbors, even their noise is no longer so annoying.

Modern and stylish two-tone furniture will help create a unique atmosphere in traditional kitchens. Natural wood, steel, white paint and black lacquer - there are hundreds of original combinations, among which there is certainly something to your liking.
London

The small kitchen in one of the London apartments is furnished with white and wood striped furnishings, creating a beautiful and stylish contrast.
Retro


The atmosphere of retro style soars in a pretty kitchen, which is furnished with dark gray bedside tables, white wall cabinets. The bright red elements only accentuate the contrast.
Light


The kitchen is filled with pleasant light created by the combination of natural wood and white. There was a feeling of spaciousness.
Sea


By combining white and dark blue, you can get a beautiful interior in a nautical style, which even looks quite appropriate in the kitchen.
Official


Black and dark brown wooden furniture looks rather gloomy, but with an open floor plan with the right natural light, you get a traditional understated style that fits harmoniously into the interior of large houses.
Ease

The large space boasts a light and bright atmosphere. Gray and white furniture brings a touch of romanticism to the interior.
Hospitality


The pleasant color scheme is ideal for creating a light and welcoming atmosphere.
Cosiness


Cream and olive shades create a surprisingly beautiful and cozy atmosphere in the kitchen, from which you will not want to leave.
Unobtrusiveness


The white kitchen is just complemented by gray drawers, which only enhance the feeling of restraint and simplicity.
Modernity


Modern kitchen furnished with white and wood furnishings. The combination is timeless and loved by many, it looks stylish and fashionable.
The size


The elongated kitchen layout only benefits from the original combination. The dark gray cabinets work well with the wooden elements to help create a pleasant atmosphere.
Contrast


White combined with dark chocolate creates a stunning contrast that looks luxurious even in a small kitchen. Visually, he certainly does not do the room anymore, but it looks elegant and stylish.
Multi


In this kitchen, the designer used a combination of more than two colors. He offered a luxurious multi-colored interior. Orange, red, dark gray and white are a real festive fireworks display.
Classic


Sometimes black and white is all it takes. Their combination looks contrasting, versatile and always stylish and fashionable. This combination is out of fashion and trend.
Sweetness


One of the nicest and most beautiful interiors featuring a combination of blue and cream. The result is an amazing sweet couple.
Uniqueness


There is nothing unique in the combination of the colors chosen for the furniture, but at the same time with the plum-colored apron, it looks just amazing.
Showiness


White furnishings with gray finishes are a great way to give a traditional kitchen a modern look. It looks stylish and sophisticated, but at the same time effective.
Chic


An example of amazing rustic chic. The stylish kitchen, furnished with wood and white furnishings, conveys a unique rustic charm.
Eclecticism


An eclectic mix of styles in the kitchen allows you to create a unique interior that attracts with its lightness and restraint.
Wood


Wooden furniture in the kitchen only enhances the general atmosphere of tradition. for those who have planned renovations this year, we offer an overview of the original interiors, created according to the latest fashion trends.