Ways to Make your Home More Inviting this Holiday Season

Do you want your home to beckon visitors? Do you want it to feel comfortable and lived in? This is something more homeowners tend to focus on, especially with fall around the corner and the approaching holidays. And it isn’t just aesthetics, it involves décor, personal touches, ambiance, and heating. in Los Gatos, CA an inviting home not only encourages friends to linger longer, but also makes your family feel more cozy and content.  

Soft Furnishings 

Minimalist furniture with firm, straight lines is great for a certain style. But it isn’t always comfortable. If you want to encourage guests to come in and stay for a while you need places they feel comfortable sitting down. Softly cushioned couches, plush rugs, floor pillows, and a giant ottoman are good places to start. Add pillows, throws, and a pile of books and you have instant coziness.   

Window Coverings 

These not only provide insulation, protection, and privacy but also instantly make a house feel like a home. You can select Roman shades, floor to ceiling drapes, or indoor shutters. There are so many window treatments you can choose from, depending on your personal taste and the style of your home.   

Great Lighting 

Exceptional lighting is key if you want your home to feel spacious, warm, and welcoming. During the day you want to capitalize on natural sunlight to brighten your home. And strategically placed accessory lighting throughout your home will make it feel incredibly cozy and inviting in the evenings. Move around lamps and mirrors to help light travel around the room and really cozy up the space.   

Welcoming Aroma 

Everyone likes a home that smells good. Whether it is clean linen, freshly baked cookies, or pumpkin spice—pleasant smells will instantly make your home more welcoming for guests. And there are so many ways to do it. You can use scented candles, fresh flowers, potpourri, oils, stovetop scents, and room sprays. But don’t overdo it. A cacophony of different scents may have the opposite effect on your guests.   

Introduce Art 

So many homes have no art what so ever. This can be a huge missed opportunity for making a home feel more personal. Choose statement pieces that add character, color, and charm. But don’t just pick anything. Find things that have a deeper meaning or tell a story. It is a very personal choice, so art should not only resonate with the space but also speak to you in some way.   

Adjust the Thermostat 

In an effort to save energy you may keep the heating lower while you are home alone. Instead of turning up the heat you prefer to dawn a sweater and wool socks. That is great, but if you are expecting guests you might want to tick up the temperature a couple of degrees. If not, make sure you start a fire in the hearth and have plenty of extra blankets and slippers on hand. You also want to make sure your furnace is in working order, just in case of a cold snap.   

To schedule routine Los Gatos, CA heating repair call Pelle Heating & Air Conditioning. Or visit 1045 N 10th St., San Jose, CA 95112.