Warm colours, soft throws and the comfiest pillows add layers of warmth to this cosy living room.

A cocoon is a cosy, silken web that envelops the larvae of many insects, protecting them from the outside world. In much the same way, your home is a safe retreat from the stress and hardships that exist outside, and the cocooning trend in home décor is all about comfy, warm and nurturing spaces where you can just be yourself! 

Especially with the pandemic continuing to ravage our cities, the inside of our homes has become our whole world. Now that we’re forced to stay indoors, let’s make it the cosiest place to be! The cocooning trend is our new way of life, and is spot on trend at the moment. 

Here’s how you can adopt this warm and comfortable lifestyle in your home.    

Add Layers of Warmth

Warm colours, soft throws and the comfiest pillows add layers of warmth to this cosy living room. Light those vanilla scented candles, put up your feet and relax with a cup of warm cocoa as you settle down to binge watch your favourite TV shows!

Your Oasis of Calm

Relax and unwind in this snug bedroom that oozes comfort. Lush satin-feel bedcovers and shaggy throws wrap you in warmth, while the pile of books and cups of coffee hold the lazy promise of a day spent in bed.

Green Haven

When you can’t go outdoors, let the outdoors come to you! Fill your home with lush greenery, and settle down for a lovely afternoon read in this secluded corner in your balcony. The seat is made of recycled wood and incorporates hidden drawers beneath.

Decadent Soak in Your Own Personal Spa 

Roughly whitewashed walls form the perfect backdrop to this charming country-style bathroom. The clawfoot tub is one-of-a-kind, and the profusion of plants around are prettily housed in wicker and ceramic pots. Draw up a warm bath and wash away all the stress.

Country Kitchen

There’s nothing quite as lovely as sitting down to a home cooked meal with your family, at a wood topped table in the midst of a pretty cottage-style kitchen. Happy times with loved ones are sure to create warm memories that will last a lifetime! 

Cocoon Chair

The cocoon chair grabs attention in this pretty corner, wrapping you in a tight hug and perfectly complementing the rattan, wood and wicker decor elements in the room. Lampshades made of natural reeds cast an enchanting play of light and shade on the walls.

Your Window to the World

Bookworm alert! Here’s the perfect spot to lose yourself in the latest Jodi Picoult novel. You could be quite forgiven for forgetting the world around you! Latticed cabinets below this compact window seat can hold your entire book collection, so you never have to get up all day.

Macrame Magic

Deliciously warm and cosy, this hand-knotted macramé chair is suspended from a metal frame and cocoons your body in a warm hug. We love the sustainable themed décor, with the rattan planters and simple botanical prints adding to the simplicity and charm of the spaces.

Cuddle Up Time!

Lighting plays an important role when it comes to adding the right ambience and warmth to your spaces. This string of little lights adds a touch of magic to this bedroom, casting delightful shadows across the rough-hewn brick wall. Time to cuddle up! 

Loft Living

Distressed brick walls and natural finishes are the hallmark of this loft décor, that ticks all the right boxes for simple minimalistic style. Potted plants are the only embellishments you’ll ever need, and the warmth of the sun slanting across the room would be the perfect start to everyday mornings! 

Rustic Charm

The all-natural palette of materials in this rustic kitchen encapsulates burnt brick walls and wooden beams in the ceiling. Polished stone countertops, terracotta floors and leather topped bar stools tie up the charming look. The warm down lights that cast pools of comforting light are perfectly positioned.

How tos, to Nail the Look! 

• Beauty, comfort and convenience score high in this sheltering décor theme; the idea being that you’ll never want to leave the safe and nurturing confines of your home!

• Fill your spaces with familiar comforts that speak of loving relationships. Think in terms of a hand quilted rug that has been handed down through generations, DIY macramé craftwork, or a refurbished footstool that was your grandmom’s favourite.
• Comfort is key, so you can pile on the cushions and add layers of warm wraps and throws.
• Materials like terracotta, stone and wood bring in natural shades and blend well with the look you are trying to create.
• Layered lighting can be dialled up or down as needed. Position your lamps just right, so they cast a warm, comforting glow on the ceiling, walls and floors.
• Choose furniture and layouts with care. Carve out a small reading nook, a space for meditation, and a corner for intimate conversations.
• Lace, tassels and frills go well with this look.

One thing’s for sure. Whether the pandemic lets up or not, the cocooning trend is here to stay a while! 

By Dipti Das, Vice President – Design, Homelane

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