Essentials for a Cozy Living Room

There’s nothing like kicking up the footrest of a favorite recliner. Whether it’s watching a sporting event, taking in a movie with the family, reading a book, or finding time for a quick power nap, a good-quality ergonomic recliner is an essential asset of a well-stocked living room.

There’s nothing better than snuggling up with a blanket during a marathon of your favorite TV series. When the popcorn is popped, the evening has settled in, and your friends and family are snuggled deep into their seats, proper afghans and throws can ‘blanket’ a living room with an extra layer of snuggly softness.

A coffee table might not come as a first thought when bringing in the comfort brigade, but coffee tables are a centerpiece of the modern living room. They hold your drinks, popcorn, candles, remote controls, and other comfort accessories such as wine glasses, snacks, or yes—even tired feet.

For those less comfortable putting their legs up on tables, having a well-placed foot stool or ottoman can be a dream come true. Ottomans can also double as storage for those blankets, magazines, and other accessories that you want to keep tucked away until relaxation time comes around.

Turn down the lights and turn up the ambiance with some decorative and well-placed

candles. Softening the visual tone of a room can do wonders for the comfort of the area. After

experiencing bright lights in office buildings, workspaces, and the outdoors during the majority

of the day, give your eyes a rest with a little ambient lighting and feel the stress of the day

leave your bones as candlelight flickers against the walls.

Rugs are another important essential for a cozy living room, especially if hardwood floors are present. Rugs can help keep cold feet warmed, and can bring more cushiness to your cove.

Look for muted colors and consider shag to take the warmth of the room up a notch.

Although they might not be the first thing you think of in creating coziness, plants can help soften the edges of a room, create depth in a space, and help dampen drafts, making them a great addition to any space that needs a little visual and physical warmth. As well, plants keep homes healthy and happy, and keep each resident connected to a little bit of nature every day.