How to Create A Cosy Corner inside and out.

I especially love winter when you feel snug and warm, cuddled up on your sofa, with a great book and a glass of red and dark chocolate of course!

Being nestled in beautiful cushions filled with feathers and enveloped by a luxurious wool or velvet throw can't help but diminish those winter blues. Maybe on a new sofa filled with feathers. Close your eyes, do some deep breathing, taking in the cosy feel, all your senses will be rewarded. Your cosy nook will make you excited to get back home to sit and unwind.

Warm up your interiors by filling your sofa and chairs with throws, sheepskins and feather filled cushions. Add some ethically sourced animal skins over existing rugs or buy a plush rug that feels great underfoot.

A trend coming through this winter is seeing darker natural toned colours that can enhance a neutral pallet, creating a warmer looking space. Earthy terracotta reds and saffron orange tones, beautiful chestnut colours combined with sky blues and deep greens. These colours can be added using throws and cushions, rugs and greenery to give your space a winter makeover. Keeping your pallet neutral and adding a small amount of these colours with wonderful textures will heighten the experience, the look and feel of your room.

If you have read my column over the years you may have gathered, at insideout, we believe your home is your retreat from a busy or stressful lifestyle, and every part of the home should have a purpose. We love to make a home space that reflects your lifestyle. No better time to find a cosy corner and place an occasional chair with cushions and throws for you to get away to and have a relaxing read, wine, cup of tea or just to meditate. A chair or two chairs, create a space for you and your significant other to enjoy special time together.

Greenery is also a great way to define corners and add an extra touch of home. Some great artificial plants that you need to touch and see if they are real are now available. Combine with a beautiful pot which to add extra ambience. Why not pop into the store for some advice - we have some wonderful choices on offer.

Adding in a floor lamp with a yellow toned hue will also create a warm and inviting space.

A round rug or cowhide is a great way to define this space and make it look like it belongs in the room. Not everything needs to be stuck against a wall or in a corner.

Australians love to be outdoors, and our homes are becoming an extension of our existing house area. If you are lucky enough to have an undercover corner in a sunny area, away from the wind and rain, winter is a perfect time to make use of this space. If you can't find the ideal spot ask our design team to help you create one.

Outdoor furniture is evolving, and we have some great sofas and chairs just as comfortable as their indoor counterparts. Also, check out the top end outdoor rugs in store now to really make the area a warmer and more welcoming spot to curl up with a beautiful throw and book. A rug will make your outdoor furniture feel more welcoming in the cooler months. Make the most of sunny early mornings enjoying a bit of fresh air, holding a warm cup of coffee or tea, cuddled up in a warm throw against comfortable cushions in the peace and quiet, while the rest of the household wakes up. Enjoy the feelings that only winter can bring, make the most of it.

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