We’ve begun the countdown to Christmas celebrations! Decorate to impress with a mix of traditional elements—garlands, candles, Christmas trees—and pops of unique decor.
As the snow glistens on the trees outside, Christmas is a time to celebrate the beauty of the world around us. Incorporate the natural world into your home with homemade décor like dried orange and cranberry garlands, centerpiece Christmas fruit bowls, or pomegranates and persimmons. Create a warm, familiar feel for your home by using nature’s decor! For a more opulent ambience, decorate your doors in wreaths of real evergreen boughs, mixed with red or peach roses.
When creating the perfect holiday home, don’t forget to add a touch for every sense! Whether the fresh scent from your Christmas tree or scented candles dotted through the house, a festive fragrance will add to the warm and inviting Christmas aesthetic. Choose your favorite scent and smell it wafting through every corner of your home.
Choosing a color palate for your home will make decorating even easier. As you develop your color palate, remember to look into non-traditional color schemes! Reds and greens and classic and beautiful, but lately, jewel tones are also popular. A deep burgundy and or a bright emerald keep the feel of Christmas while also adding a touch of personal flair and modern elegance. If you want to move away from the classic colors entirely, we recommend a deep blue to contrast the snow outside, or perhaps warm colors, such as blush, to keep your house cozy during the winter chill.
Glass is all the rage this Christmas season, from delicate glass ornaments to colored glassware and décor. As glass is transparent, it adds weightlessness to your décor, contrasting the heaviness of fir garlands and wax candles. Glass is a beautiful way to add color to your décor as well. Even when setting your dining table for Christmas dinner, using wine glasses in shades of Christmas adds a gentle festive flair to the meal.
Make your home about YOU. Pull in pieces that reflect your personality, heritage, or family. Incorporate old traditions and find new ones, both in your holiday décor and in your day-to-day life. The holiday season is a time for family, for home, for giving and joy and peace. Create a home that you and your family will love, whether that means experimenting with new décor trends or dwelling in Christmas classics.
Spring is the ideal time for a fresh start — especially when it comes to your home. Whether it’s through thoughtful decluttering or permanent design changes, transforming your home can be a powerful step toward creating a streamlined sanctuary that supports your overall health and wellbeing.
“Keeping your home clutter-free and organized creates a peaceful and functional space, reducing stress and making daily tasks easier,” says Kari Campbell, founder and principal designer at Kari Campbell Interiors. “Plus, it saves time when you know exactly where to find what you need. It’s all about creating a space that feels good to live in.”
Here, Twin Cities home professionals offer their tips to transform your space — and your mind.
When it comes to designing a home that fosters health, happiness, and wellbeing, color is one of the most powerful tools at your disposal. The colors we choose for our walls influence how we feel, think, and interact in our spaces. By tapping into the principles of color psychology, you can curate a home that nurtures calmness, sparks energy, or inspires joy.
“Choose colors based on the mood you want to evoke,” says Jean Haukaas, Hirshfield’s Design Resource showroom manager. “Calm, neutral tones like soft blues and grays work well in bedrooms, while brighter, more energetic hues can suit kitchens or playrooms.”
