Hygge Inspired Spaces

Hygge Inspired Spaces: Cozy for All Seasons

While you might think of hygge as a winter design trend, given its Scandinavian roots, it’s so much more! Hygge isn’t just about design: it’s a lifestyle. Centered on creating coziness that encourages feelings of contentment and wellbeing, this way of life is perfect for achieving healthy living in your home all year round!

Look to our six hygge-inspired spaces to gather inspiration for your home this season.

CONVERSATIONAL SEATING

Design by Rebecca Hay | Photography by Mike Chajecki

Creating space for conversation is essential to the hygge lifestyle. Whether you spend most of your time in the living room or the kitchen, design a place that encourages conversational flow, either by using grounding elements like a coffee table or more permanent fixtures like a built-in breakfast nook. Arrange seating in a circle so everyone can see each other, make eye contact, and engage in meaningful dialogue.

CLEAN COOKING

Design by Lisa Kooistra | Photography by Mike Chajecki

It’s no secret that the way we eat influences our health. Intentional eating is a hygge practice that includes cooking with fresh produce and clean ingredients to enhance well-being. Make your kitchen a space where you want to spend time cooking by incorporating custom designs like a beautifully detailed built-in oven hood with a pot filler or a kitchen island with a double sink to make washing dishes and chatting with your family easier.

COZY NOOKS

Design by Lisa Kooistra | Photography by Mike Chajecki

Make space for personal hobbies and cozy activities with nooks catered to your habits. Perhaps this means installing a book nook in the kitchen where you can journal in the morning while waiting for your coffee to brew or turning the closet under the stairs into a little paint studio. Transform your passion into pleasure this year and finish that studio in the basement or buy the foosball table you’ve had your eye on.

SELF-CARE SPACES

Design by Michelle Berwick | Photography by Mike Chajecki

While much of the hygge lifestyle encourages spending quality time with others, it’s just as important to strike a balance between socializing and time alone. Don’t forget to make space to focus on self-care, whether it be with an infrared sauna in the master bath, a deep soaking tub ensuite off the bedroom, or a plant corner in the kitchen.

LAYERED PIECES

Design by Hibou Design + Co | Photography by Mike Chajecki

Hygge is all about creating the ambiance that works for you. Layer through sound, lighting, and materials to form custom spaces that are unique to your needs. Sink into soft blankets and throws in the living room or add an area rug under your bed and soft lighting near your nightstand.

GOOD SLEEP

Design by Laura Hay | Photography by Stephani Buchman

You know what they say. . . never underestimate the value of a good night’s sleep. Studies show that adults should get seven or more hours of sleep every night—that means a lot of time spent in your bedroom! One way to ensure you’re well rested is to make your bedroom a space of comfort. Unwind by investing in a quality mattress, good pillows, and soft carpet or area rugs.