Reimagine your retreat

As the weather changes, so do our daily habits

We crave more cosy in our days as we anticipate retreating to our homes at the end of a long cold day

Our bedrooms provide rest as we adapt to the seasons by changing bedlinen and adding more layers, but what about the other areas of our home?

A cosy corner to read a great book, spend time honing a new hobby or simply a place you can carve out for yourself is the ultimate luxury this season Dedicate a quiet corner of your home to be your refuge this season and create space for it

Cocooning comfort in a bedroom is all about multiple layers of texture Consider a soft place to land your feet on cold mornings with a plush wool rug Then build up layers of warmth in your bedding with blankets and throws that are easy to pull up on chilly nights

Decorative cushions in rich hues and heavy fabrics are an easy way to set the tone for the months aheadthink wool, velvet or thick linen.

Reimagine how you use your everyday spaces and seek to create more enjoyment from your abode A window seat is a perfect opportunity to build a cosy corner to watch the storm roll in or snuggle up with a good book A seat by the window encourages the connection to nature and the changing season, even when it's miserable outside

Breathe new life into an unused corner of your home this season and create your very own chillout zone Position an armchair with footstool (if space permits) in the corner, add a side table for hot drinks, a floor lamp for ambience and task lighting for evening activities like journalling Infuse personality in your nook with artwork, cushions and a cosy throw Now all you need to do is relax and unwind!

It's important to have more than one light source in any room to get maximum benefit from the space and ensure it is functional for different activities We suggest three types in each space to create the right balance:

Task Accent and Ambient lighting

Sconces and floor lamps create ambience and offer task light for reading or to highlight a piece of art Alternatively chandeliers and pendants can offer style and function Table lamps provide ambient mood lighting and help to define different areas within an open plan space

Create mood through art and showcase your personality with pieces that resonate We love nature scenes for the emotions they evoke and the sense of calm they instill in a space

Side tables are an essential piece in any home for both practicality and aesthetic We love how transportable they are - lightweight enough to transition from room to room when you want a different look and feel

Function meets form with our top picks of side tables this season Rich and rustic timbers or textured features; our side tables sit side-by-side your sofa or favourite armchairs, ready to fulfill their duty

Top (left to right) TRENT and RUTHIE side table

Bottom (left to right) ZOLA and BARTH side table