Decorating & Design
October 12, 2022
60 Cozy Spaces That Will Make You A Homebody
Come fall, we can’t wait to cocoon ourselves — and our spaces — in woolly knits and layers upon layers. From throw blankets to nubby upholstery, nothing says comfort quite like being at home. Grab a cuppa, cozy up by the fire and enjoy these 60 rooms that will make you a homebody. After all, sometimes the best plans are no plans at all!
Bring the spa experience closer to home. There’s no better feeling than taking a warm bubbly soak after a long day. Pro tip: when summer turns to fall, consider injecting some warmth into your principal bathroom with a patterned rug or vintage accents.
Conjure the convivial vibe of your favorite resto with plenty of space for communal dining and comfy leather chairs that add warmth and character to this country home.
This olive-toned library designed by Monica Fried is exactly where we’d like to spend the colder months. Fabrics like bouclé and cognac velvet make seating extra cozy and enveloping your walls in one deep shade will create a cocooning effect that may make you never want want to leave.
“I’m attracted to color, but I kept reminding myself that this house is soft and quiet, like an English cottage,” says Designer Sappho Griffin of her Nova Scotia home. Originally built in the 1940s, Sappho created a cozy atmosphere by outfitting her home with Canadiana and antique furniture.
Overhauling a bedroom? Make your space feel like a hotel with a contemporary fireplace, neutral palette and luxe linens.
In this circa-1908 home, a vintage chimneypiece was added along with a new gas insert for optimal warmth. Who wouldn’t want to linger in this heritage, library-like atmosphere.
A large geometric rug and cream and white scheme help balance the sumptuous velvet headboard in this principal bedroom.
A modern woodstove and radiant underfloor heating warm up this Eastern Townships ski chalet.
“Painting everything black creates a sense of mystery,” says designer Scott Yetman of the study he fashioned from a former bedroom. The layered space proves even cool colours like blue and black can be cozy.
Tonal grays and whites echo the birch trees and snow outside.
Two cognac leather couches, a wood-burning fireplace and layers of throw pillows and blankets make this cozy living room feel like a warm hug.
Hands up if you want to share a meal in this ski chalet‘s moody dining room! Custom alderwood cabinets stained a smoky brown create a cocooning effect.
This smoking lounge is dripping in luxury, but it doesn’t feel uptight. Pencil-point wood plank flooring with inlays of brass and black marble, walnut walls and a black honed Belvedere granite fireplace surround create a handsome envelope.
Moroccan touches — like the oversized pendant and jewel-toned coffee table — bring global flair to this festive “casbah lounge.”
This rustic farmhouse‘s reclaimed wood dining table, complete with faux fur on the bench seating, is the perfect place to enjoy a warm cup of cider.
Continuing into the living room, designer and homeowner Angela Wheeler found the perfect balance of rustic and refined style with a reclaimed-wood coffee table, floral drapery and natural greenery.
You’ll have no trouble counting sheep in this dreamy bedroom! Designer Alicia Ruach installed 8” wide-planked shiplap behind the bed and painted it in Sherwin Williams’ 2020 Color of the Year, Naval, for a bold statement.
The handsome lower-level of the 2019 Brooklyn Heights Designer Showhouse is swathed in Ressource Peintures’ Abysse, a deep gray-blue color, which gives the space a cocooning feel. The warm tones from the natural brick, leather chair and stacks of chopped wood pop against the moody hue.
With ample light coming through the black-framed windows in this farmhouse living room, this warm and inviting hangout is a go-to spot for spending quality time with family.
Designer Mehnaz Malik designed a custom modular sectional with a denim-like chenille fabric in this playful basement. “All the fabrics were chosen with comfort and ease of maintenance in mind,” she says. A faux-fur bean bag and floor cushions maximize seating.
“This space is a private haven,” says Tulsa, Oklahoma-based designer Mel Bean. “We incorporated a gorgeous antique rug with a playful, warm pattern that pairs nicely with the custom drapes in black glazed linen. Rust-hued accent pillows are the perfect fall-inspired pop of color.”
Purple and velvet are two of the easiest ways to bring a warm, cocooning vibe into any space. Designer Gillian Gillies layered a soft velvet couch with pillows in shades of eggplant to create an ombré effect.
There is something seriously charming about a window seat. Here, creative director Tara Hurst and her husband, Michael Zary, sit on the cozy ledge, adorned with fuzzy throws and a textured pillow.
“Nothing says the start of fall for me like lighting our first fire,” says Vancouver designer Gillian Segal. “Unfortunately, that isn’t always an option for all of us, so to get cozy for fall, I suggest focusing on texture. Swapping out light linen throws for soft and furry sheepskin and replacing light toss cushions with shearling is a great way to get comfy.”
With streams of natural sunlight illuminating this seating area, there’s no need to go outside! Add in a handful of mix-and-match throw pillows and a knit blanket and you’ve got yourself the perfect lazy day hideaway.
Ruby red drapery acts like a swipe of lipstick in this high-contrast media room: the saturated color and sumptuous texture feels warm and modern.
In their charming coach house sitting room, design duo Les Ensembliers created a layered, curated gathering place to sit back and relax by the fire.
“We love how playful this space is while still remaining sophisticated,” says designer Meghan Hackett-Cassidy of Bronxville, New York, firm Hackett Interiors. “Paired with pops of green, the deep blue creates the ultimate cozy backdrop for this room. We also offset these colors with a similarly-toned rug and animal printed window treatments.”
The secret to creating a space you’ll never want to leave? Soft textures and a roaring fire. A faux fur stool and wooly armchair invite you to stay a while.
Soaking your stresses away with a view of the changing leaves sounds like a dream, but for homeowners Heather and John, it’s their reality. “We knew we wanted a soaking tub where you could have some quiet time,” says Heather. A jute rug and stone floors echo the property’s surroundings.
This Whistler living room is the perfect retreat after a day on the slopes. With a handsome stone fireplace that reaches up to the warm wood ceilings, and a mix of plush rugs scattered across the floor, this space feels like a modern ski chalet.
Mjölk owners John Baker and Juli Daoust-Baker know a thing or two about cozy minimalism. Their farmhouse living room is the perfect example of rustic chic, with a wooly love seat adding to the natural beauty of the exposed beams and stone walls.
For an instant dose of cold weather cocooning, a dark textured throw turns this entryway’s rustic bench into a comfortable spot to put on your boots. Plus, a collection of white pumpkins pays homage to the season.
Between the rustic wood floors and touchably soft faux fur throws, this living room alcove is injected with farmhouse comfort. Imagine spending an afternoon on one of the textured chairs with a good book and cup of hot cocoa.
We can practically smell the fresh, woodsy scent of this cozy living room. With linen sofas inviting you to curl up and a roaring flame on the striking limestone fireplace, this space is the ideal setting for joyous holiday gatherings.
Let’s set the scene — golden leaves rustle outside this inviting bedroom’s French doors, while the sun illuminates the white walls. A fur throw gives the duvet added warmth and texture, while the eclectic bench exudes Old World charm.
Raw wood floors, intricate rugs and a standout fireplace create a cozy gathering place in this dining-room-turned-kitchen. White cabinets and island add a fresh feel.
This handsome library — adorned with dark panelled walls — is the ultimate haven thanks to the plush, tufted sofa and rich jewel tones. “It’s an extravagant, one-off room, so I was able to bring in deep, rich brown, scarlet red and cobalt blue,” says designer James Davie.
An eclectic collection of dining chairs and dark accent wall create an inviting dining space in homeowner and actor Amélie B. Simard’s Montreal loft. “It’s important that you feel right in a space,” says Amélie. “It’s not just about the look, it’s all about the ambience.”
A fresh coat of Farrow & Ball’s Railings turns this principal bedroom into a moody oasis. Plus, the unfinished fireplace exudes rustic comfort — all you need is a few candles and you just might not be able to get out of bed. Sounds like the life, right?
Piles of pillows and a geometric Ralph Lauren rug create a snug atmosphere for afternoon naps.
Pink, purple and gold-hued marble draw the eye in to this fireplace’s striking surround.
A burnout velvet-upholstered headboard and olive green duvet envelop this moody bedroom, creating an inviting space you’d never want to leave.
Despite being tattered and faded, this blown-up print of a vintage textile from The University of Oxford’s Ashmolean Museum feels oh-so-perfect to sit next to with a cup of tea.
A throw blanket draped effortlessly over a dining chair is a thoughtful touch when cooler weather creeps in.
A red and ochre rug is the perfect cozy counterpoint to the sleek fireplace in this living room.
This hallway’s gold-leafed mirror, beautifully worn vintage rug and contemporary woven bench are a welcomed sight after a crisp autumn stroll.
This kitchen, complete with warm oak flooring, leather barstools and copper kettles, is the perfect place to sip a pumpkin spice latte.
This kitchen banquette’s velvet upholstery and seriously soft filling rival the comfiest of sofas.
A floating fireplace begs diners to slip away into this dreamy living room after a fall feast.
Exposed wooden beams and an eclectic patchwork rug imbue this den with endless warmth.
Layering additional throw pillows and a sheepskin on top of a rug adds to the plush comfort of this rural space.
This den proves that even a cool color like cobalt can be ultra cozy.
The large tufted ottoman in this sitting room begs guests to put their feet up and stay a while— rain or shine!
A roaring fire and plenty of comfortable seating are the epitome of fall comfort.
Rich raw wood just about everywhere makes this cabin the ideal place to escape to in the fall.
Nothing says “stay a while” quite like this cottage’s large cribbage board — just imagine the hours spent playing game after game on a rainy day.
A sheepskin and throw blanket are soft additions to this clean-lined cottage dining room.
This powder room’s deep green walls and maroon vintage rug feel appropriately autumnal.
A roaring fireplace and touches of gold and deep red make this trad living room a sweet place to snuggle up in.
