Timber frame homes are inherently cozy. Just being surrounded by all the natural wood surfaces is enough to make you feel more connected with nature and relaxed. But there are always ways you can improve the coziness of your home.
Here we will explore some of the key advice we give our clients on how to create a cozy timber frame home. If you are interested in learning more about how to improve your home, including the possibility of timber frame additions, please reach out to our dedicated team.
Make Your Home More Cozy with These Ideas
If you want a cozy timber frame home, we suggest you do the following:
Improve the Lighting
Maximizing natural light is a big aspect of most timber frame design ideas. The more natural light you have, the warmer the space feels, and the better the natural materials, like the exposed timbers, are displayed. Of course, if you don’t have the option of adding natural light, you can always incorporate more lighting into your spaces using lamps and other lighting devices.
If you want to improve natural lighting, you have several options. These include installing windows, installing skylights or rooflights, or installing a solar tube. Windows are ideal for turning a wall into an abundant source of natural light. Skylights and rooflights are ideal for adding more light and/or adding light to interior spaces. Solar tubes are impressive in their ability to transfer natural light from a small roof opening to anywhere you can install the tube and interior opening.
For electrical lighting, consider speaking to a lighting designer or a lighting store. Once they know the kind of space you have and the lighting goals you have, they can help you improve the lighting in your home.
Consider Textile Options
Different people have different ideas of what a “cozy” textile looks like. Whatever your particular aesthetic, you can find textiles and textile accents that fit and that will help you make your space more comforting. You might add rugs to areas with hard flooring, runners along the halls, and wall hangings to add ambiance and warmth.
There are also your cushions, pillows, curtains, bedding, and towels to consider. When you realize all of the different textiles you already have in your home and all the ways you can change them, the options are considerable. You could change the entire look and feel of your home just by changing all the textiles.
Personalize Your Décor
Some of us struggle to add personal touches to our homes more than others. If you are one of those who has maintained a less personalized aesthetic and you want more coziness, now is the time to consider your options for personalization. You can add pictures of family and friends, art that you like, and more. Some homeowners go so far as to redesign their space based on their passions, such as creating a room for their favorite art or sports memorabilia.
Personalization is all about you. Only you can decide what personalizing your space means. But you can rest assured that once you truly personalize your décor, you will feel more cozy in your home.
Add Design Details You Like
You can add design details that make your home more cozy, like textured wall finishes or mood lighting. What those details are will depend a lot on what you like and what makes you feel most comfortable. We’ve already covered lighting and textiles, but there are so many other areas where you can add details that make you feel more grounded in your home.
For example, you could consider adding houseplants to make the space cozier. There are so many houseplants to choose from! Of course, some are easier to take care of than others, and each has specific care needs. Head to your local garden shop for specific guidance based on your lighting and other factors.
Consider a Timber Frame Addition
Whether you already have a timber frame home or you are in a standard, stick-built home, you always have the option of adding a timber frame addition. For example, a timber frame porch with a fireplace could add so much coziness to your home. It could become the new favorite part of your home and the area where you go to relax and unwind.
A cozy timber frame home should have all the features you want from a living space. You already have the exposed wooden beams. But maybe you need an additional space to get the most out of your home. Take a look at our timber frame home portfolios to see the range of our design styles and craftsmanship.
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Looking to add warmth to your timber frame home? Reach out to our timber frame specialists for tailored design solutions that bring comfort and style to your space.
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