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What Makes a House Feel Like Home?

July 18, 2022 TipsfromTia

What Makes a House Feel Like Home?

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Some people may live in a property, but it doesn’t feel like it’s home. This could be because they are renting it or it could just be because they never settled in. There are so many different things that can make a house a home. But if you ask people what makes a house a home, there are some recurring themes. So what does it really take to make a house a home? Let’s show you what these are and how you can achieve them.

Security and Safety

Understandably, many people think that feeling secure in their homes is a massive priority. If you are living in a neighborhood that’s prone to crime or break-ins, you want to feel that your home is your sanctuary. You can make some changes to your property to feel more secure, such as installing a home security system, but you could also upgrade your windows. Having a home window replacement can do a lot to ensure that you are feeling secure in your home environment while also insulating the place. You don’t want your home to feel like it’s a prison, but at the same time, you also need the things that will ensure that you feel secure deep down inside.

The Smell of Good Food Being Cooked

Something that is deeply ingrained inside us going back to our childhood. If you want to come home feeling like there is an amazing meal, but you are the person responsible for the cooking, the solution is to invest in a crockpot or slow cooker. Everybody is incredibly busy these days, and having the time to physically make a meal from scratch every night is nigh on impossible. Having a slow cooker means you’ve got plenty of opportunities to make meals that will evoke that amazing sensation as soon as you step through the front door.

A Place for You

Some people are so desperate to get onto the property ladder that they feel they need to get something minuscule. The problem is that while you were waiting for your property to acquire value, you may feel hemmed in. Having a place that’s just for you is of the utmost importance. It doesn’t have to be huge, just having a corner of a room that is decorated according to your taste can make a big difference.

A simple armchair with a coffee table where you can put your drink and book down can do a lot for your sense of self. Having a place to relax is so important, but also if you feel like you don’t have a space that’s for you, you need to get into the habit of learning how to calm down. You may benefit from stress-reduction techniques, including progressive muscle relaxation, breathing techniques, and many more.

A Big TV

Television is a big part of our lives, and while many parents may think that it’s not good for children, would you rather have your children sit with you watching television or be hemmed in their rooms on their devices? Many people would prefer the former because the TV is a way for people to congregate.

The fact is that we have got to understand that many people are on their devices way too much and actually having time as a family to sit down and watch a show that everyone enjoys is a rarity and another form of quality family time, especially in the modern world.

Of course, good quality family time should come in the form of the family meal and having conversations around the dinner table, but if everybody is busy, even having 30 minutes to watch a TV show once a week as a family could do a lot for that sense of security amongst you all. Even if you can’t do this, having movie nights on a Saturday evening is another thing that has been shown to be effective in making a house feel more like home.

Comfy Corners

A lot of people love having a comfy corner for themselves. And if you have a small home, having a space that is dedicated purely to comfort is something that can help everybody feel like they have somewhere to retreat to if it all gets too much. This is why decorating your home properly doesn’t just ensure that your property keeps its value, but it can also make a house an important respite for everybody when life gets a bit too much. 

Making your house a home can mean some of these components but, of course, it can be whatever you feel is important to you.

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