Our homes are where we go to feel a sense of complete comfort and security, and this is why it’s so important that we design it in a way that caters to all our needs at the end of the day. Being able to create a space that is specifically peaceful and brings out a sense of tranquility is important to accomplish.
This is why we’ve collected a number of tips that will make the process of creating a tranquil space at home much easier for you.
Soundproofing
The essence of tranquility lies in isolation. This is why you should consider soundproofing the room that is going to be your space of tranquility. The ideas and options at Silent Home Hub offers simple solutions to make your space more tranquil as possible when it comes to sound. A simple appliance upgrade, or even a change of curtains can do a lot of soundproofing a room. There are a lot of things one can do to soundproof, or rid a room of noises you want to keep out but make sure you do the necessary research to be able to do it right.
Sensory stimulation
To add a different dimension to the sense of tranquility in your space, it’s important to focus on stimulating the senses in a way that is both soothing and calming. Have an incense burning or get a scent machine and pick the essential oil of your liking. Think about aromatherapy scents to really get the effect that you’re after. The next step is to provide soothing music that is sure to send you adrift on a peaceful journey while calming your thoughts. This all depends on your musical preference, and you can go from classical to the sounds of nature, to any genre for that matter! There is also the option of having wind chimes, which is great if you let some natural air get into the room by placing them strategically by the window.
Natural elements
Nothing gives off a sense of calm, quite like the elements of nature. Place a few indoor plants around the room, and you’ll find that they not only provide aesthetic comfort, but it’s also great in the air. You can also think about adding a small fountain or mini-waterfall centerpiece, and these are great because you’ll have the natural sound of water running through your mind as you relax in your room.
Lighting
Lighting will genuinely make or break the mood of any room. So if you want to really bring together the overall effect of the design of your tranquil space, then it’s important to be mindful of how you do the lighting. During the day, you’ll want to have as much natural light coming in, but you’ll also want to have control of how intense it is. To do this, think about putting in sheer curtains that allow the light in, but in a soft and muted way to balance the effect. As for the evening, it’s the best idea to get a couple of lamps that go along with the theme of the room, and space them out evenly so that there is mellow lighting that is just enough to give you comfort, but not too dark or too bright. You might even want to consider dimmers because this way, you get to be in control of the lighting and its effect on the room at any given time. If you’re going to put works of art, then you should have lighting to highlight it.
Work with colors
There’s no set rule about what passes as a tranquil color, because we all have individual preferences when it comes to what colors give us a sense of peace and calm. However, if you want to stay safe, then it would be a good idea to stick with nude and muted colors, and perhaps has one wall painted with a different color with a work of art on it to balance the feel of the room out. Try to not go overboard with the items in the room and not have colors clashing as this will defeat the purpose of the room and stand to be too bold.
Creating a tranquil space should be at the top of your list, and following the tips provided here will guide to doing so to perfection. It’s important that you have a space that you can get away to and know that once you’re in there, you’re going to feel calm and relaxed, far away from the stress of your everyday life. All you need to do is ensure that you keep the colors and lighting suitable for the rest of the theme that you’re going for, and you can’t go wrong.
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