Log Home Décor: How to Create a Cozy and Inviting Space

Your log home can be a sanctuary of comfort and peace all your friends will love visiting. All it takes is a bit of work on the décor to make it a very cozy and inviting space. Here are some things you can do to make your log home décor a perfect background for a wonderful life.

Mess and dirt have to go

Whether you want your log home décor to be cozy or anything else, mess and dirt must go. No one will ever feel pleasant sitting in a space that is full of garbage, piles of various unnecessary items, and dirty laundry. The first step in your quest to create a nice home interior is decluttering. You could take this opportunity and transform your wardrobe into a more manageable area that will not give you a headache each time you approach it. As for what you will do with all the stuff you no longer want to keep, here are some of the options:

• Donate—One man’s too-small pants are another man’s Sunday church attire
• Sell—If something is in really good shape or never worn, make some money off of it
• Convert to art—Artsy people can make truly amazing pieces of items that were just sitting aimlessly around their homes

Don’t forget to give your home a good cleaning, as you, your family, and visitors deserve a high level of hygiene.

Let there be (enough) light

Dark and obscure spaces inspire unsettling thoughts. If making your log home an inviting space is your aim, find a way to illuminate it properly. Natural light is the best. Consider replacing opaque curtains with more transparent ones. Make sure there is nothing in front of the windows to prevent the sunlight from coming in. As for the artificial light, choose warm tones as they match better with the natural colors of wood. The fireplace emits a very nice and cozy light apart from the warmth, which is its signature. All of these details directly affect a person’s subconscious mechanisms that make them feel comfortable.

Bring in a bit of nature

Greenery and logs blend nicely. No matter how long you spend in your log home, there are plants you can bring there and make it a more pleasant place. Plants are a piece of nature, and humans have an innate connection to them which makes every contact with them soothing. There is a wide variety of houseplants you can choose from. Here are some of the trending choices at the moment:

• Silver Leaf Philodendron. It is a low-maintenance plant with an attractive appearance which is all one would ever ask for from a houseplant.
• Polka Dot Begonia. Those who want the attention-grabbing diva among indoor greenery should go for this unusual plant. It is considered a high-maintenance plant, but it is well worth the effort.
• Black Velvet Alocasia. Another member of the beauties-of-houseplants club, Black Velvet Alocasia, looks striking with its intricate white veining system and soft leaves. No wonder it is the “it” plant of the year.
• Sweetheart Plant. From Thailand, with love comes a plant in the shape of a heart. It is a perfect choice for romantics and all who want to be perceived that way.

 

To create a cozy and inviting space, introduce a bit of textile

If you have decided to set up your new home in such a way as to make your new home both functional and comfortable, consider introducing some textiles into your décor. A rug will warm the feet of everyone walking over it, making them feel comfier. A warm blanket casually placed on an armchair near the fireplace is most people’s epitome of relaxation. Walls can also be draped with textile decoration, but that depends on your taste. The point is that adding something warm to the touch automatically makes a room feel cozy.

Add a touch of rustic to your log home décor

Log homes and rustic décor go nicely together. What you need to know is that it is not necessary to make your log home décor 100% rustic. You can include only a few rustic details to give it warmth. That can be a vintage sofa or a decorative lamp with rustic paint. Blending the old and the new to get the best of both worlds is a good way to achieve a homely atmosphere.

Consider adding a rocking chair

Together with fireplaces, rocking chairs have been the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions a log home. Their gentle movement replicates the first days of our lives we spent in our mother’s arms is the reason for their ongoing popularity. Today, rocking chairs come in all sorts of designs ranging from rustic ones made of polished wood to modern velvety pieces that easily fit into futuristic homes. For log homes, the former is a better fit. There’s only one problem with this interesting piece of furniture – everyone will want to sit in it at the same time.

Pillows make any space cozy

Pillows can make even the hardest surface sleep-ready. It is only natural for them to have a place in the story of making any décor cozy. There is no room where they can’t be introduced as today’s designers have produced such a large variety of them. You can even use them as bearers of inspirational quotes or pictures of your loved ones. It is easy to find inspiration regarding how to include them in your interior because their low price makes them a popular decorating piece.

 

Final thoughts

Your log home décor can easily become a very cozy and inviting space. All you need to do is pay attention to details that make a person feel pleasant and work on making the areas one makes contact with actually comfortable. Remember, the effort you put into this update will pay off in the form of relaxation for you and all that come to visit.