Easy Ideas to Add Seasonal Warmth to your Room

Easy Ideas to Add Seasonal Warmth to your Room

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Pick the Right Pillows 

A room isn't done without pillows. Choose pillows in warm colors made of a soft down mix so they're comfortable to lean into. 
Designer Carla Lane, Los Angeles.

Create a Hide-a-Way 

I always tell clients that you can't control the outside world but you can create a world on the inside of your home that is good to you. In the fall, when you'll be spending more time indoors, it's important to carve out a corner for yourself. Maybe it's a tabletop in the corner of your living room or in your bedroom. Fill a bulletin board with images of things you love: photos and mementos from trips, ticket stubs from a great show, cherished letters. Small collections of shells, rocks, and candles are simple things that are good for your soul. 
Designer Stephen Saint-Onge, New York City.

Add a Layer of Texture 

Anything with texture adds dimension. Nubby fabrics and textured wool area rugs make a room cozy. 
Designer Patricia Gaylor, Little Falls, New Jersey

Make it Your Own 

Warmth can also come from personalization. Displaying a collection or hanging family photos in unusual frames -- anything that gives a room your personal touch -- is meaningful. 
Designer Patricia Gaylor, Little Falls, New Jersey.

Sprinkle on Spicy Colors 

Reds, burgundies, or golds instantly transform a plain room. You don't have to paint the walls; you can add these tones in the drapes, furniture, pillows, rugs, or art. 
Designer Patricia Gaylor, Little Falls, New Jersey.

Cover Those Windows 

Drapes warm up a space. If you currently have wood blinds or mini-blinds, consider changing those for a fabric Roman shade, or even better, add floor-to-ceiling drapes. The fabric softens the room and adds glamour. 
Designer Erinn Valencich, Los Angeles.

Think Accessories 

It's all in the accessories. If a room is empty, it's going to feel cold and unwelcoming. Style every table with personalized vignettes: Choose a few special items, keeping in mind that contrasts in shape and texture work best. I always look for funky, slightly off-the-wall pieces at antiques stores and flea markets. These have the most personality and are conversation-starters when put on display. 
Designer Erinn Valencich, Los Angeles.

Light Up 

Candles bring mood and character to a space. To avoid the risk of fire, try battery-operated flameless candles (look for versions made with real wax); they emit a nice warm glow. 
Designer Patricia Gaylor, Little Falls, New Jersey.

Go the Extra Mile 

Place a luxurious throw over a chair or a couch. I always include a high-quality throw in all my clients' family rooms. 
Designer Carla Lane, Los Angeles

Montana mountain home radiating with warmth

Montana mountain home radiating with warmth

Montana mountain radiating warmth

This gorgeous Montana mountain home was designed as a vacation getaway by interior design studio jamesthomas, located in the exclusive and remote community of Rock Creek Cattle Company outside of Deer Lodge, Montana. The designers worked on every aspect of the design process from the interior architectural design, finishes, furniture, lighting design and selection to art procurement. A full installation (art placement, bed and bath linens, kitchen wares, bar stocking, staff training) allowed the client to have a turn-key experience.

Photos: Longview Studios

Easy Ideas to Add Seasonal Warmth to Your Room

Easy Ideas to Add Seasonal Warmth to Your Room

ideas Seasonal warmth

Designers nationwide for How do you add warmth to a room?


Pick the Right Pillows
A room isn't done without pillows. Choose pillows in warm colors made of a soft down mix so they're comfortable to lean into.
Designer Carla Lane, Los Angeles.


Create a Hide-a-Way
I always tell clients that you can't control the outside world but you can create a world on the inside of your home that is good to you. In the fall, when you'll be spending more time indoors, it's important to carve out a corner for yourself. Maybe it's a tabletop in the corner of your living room or in your bedroom. Fill a bulletin board with images of things you love: photos and mementos from trips, ticket stubs from a great show, cherished letters. Small collections of shells, rocks, and candles are simple things that are good for your soul.
Designer Stephen Saint-Onge, New York City.


Add a Layer of Texture
Anything with texture adds dimension. Nubby fabrics and textured wool area rugs make a room cozy.
Designer Patricia Gaylor, Little Falls, New Jersey


Make it Your Own
Warmth can also come from personalization. Displaying a collection or hanging family photos in unusual frames -- anything that gives a room your personal touch -- is meaningful.
Designer Patricia Gaylor, Little Falls, New Jersey.


Sprinkle on Spicy Colors
Reds, burgundies, or golds instantly transform a plain room. You don't have to paint the walls; you can add these tones in the drapes, furniture, pillows, rugs, or art.
Designer Patricia Gaylor, Little Falls, New Jersey.


Cover Those Windows
Drapes warm up a space. If you currently have wood blinds or mini-blinds, consider changing those for a fabric Roman shade, or even better, add floor-to-ceiling drapes. The fabric softens the room and adds glamour.
Designer Erinn Valencich, Los Angeles.


Think Accessories
It's all in the accessories. If a room is empty, it's going to feel cold and unwelcoming. Style every table with personalized vignettes: Choose a few special items, keeping in mind that contrasts in shape and texture work best. I always look for funky, slightly off-the-wall pieces at antiques stores and flea markets. These have the most personality and are conversation-starters when put on display.
Designer Erinn Valencich, Los Angeles.


Light Up
Candles bring mood and character to a space. To avoid the risk of fire, try battery-operated flameless candles (look for versions made with real wax); they emit a nice warm glow.
Designer Patricia Gaylor, Little Falls, New Jersey.


Go the Extra Mile
Place a luxurious throw over a chair or a couch. I always include a high-quality throw in all my clients' family rooms.