The secret to a happy life is a mystery that is difficult for some and easy for others to achieve. The Danes propose a lifestyle suggestion to this mystery: Hygge.
This philosophy of life called Hygge is also applied in homes, which are our living spaces. Since living spaces are areas where you relax and find peace, it is well worth trying to reflect some happy life suggestions in homes, isn't it?
As Doğtaş, the address of stylish furniture that brings happiness to homes, in this content, we also look at the secret of happiness from the perspective of the Danes. In our article, you can find answers to the questions "What is Hygge? How is the Hygge philosophy applied and how is decoration done in Hygge style?"
Before we move on to how to reflect the philosophy of Hygge in home decoration, it is necessary to talk about what hygge is and what kind of philosophy it is. The word Hygge is a Danish-origin word. This word emerged in the 18th century as a concept and lifestyle. Today, it is one of the fundamental elements of Danish culture.
The word Hygge, which does not have a one-word equivalent in English or Turkish, means the feeling of being content by enjoying the simple things in life. To explain with a simpler example, if you spent a rainy day at home reading a book with a warm drink in your hand and did it with pleasure, you were unknowingly applying the philosophy of hygge.
So what exactly is the philosophy of hygge, and how do the Danes apply it? We will cover this in the rest of our article. Before delving deeper into this philosophy, it's worth mentioning how the word hygge is pronounced.
Hygge is pronounced as “hue-gah.” In social sciences, its Turkish dictionary meaning is Nordic happiness philosophy or Danish lifestyle. Even though we specifically mention the Danes, hygge is actually an important part of Scandinavian culture in general. To understand this happy lifestyle coming from the North, let's look more closely.
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In short, Hygge means watching movies with a hot coffee, greeting nature by walking in the rain, listening to music after a tiring day, having dinner with your friends, reading a book while lying in a hammock with your partner, or even making chocolate cookies. In other words, it suggests living in the moment and deriving happiness from these moments.
Do you like lounging around in comfortable sweatpants at home? That's hygge as well! In fact, in Danish, sweatpants that you wouldn’t wear outside but constantly wear at home because they’re comfortable are called hyggebusker.
To give another example, the word hyggekrog means a cozy reading nook.
As can be understood from these two examples, the hygge lifestyle encompasses many things that give people a sense of warmth, comfort, and coziness, such as candles, fireplaces, soft blankets, and warming hot drinks. So, although it seems like a lifestyle specific to the winter season, it is actually a philosophy that can be applied at any time.
The reflection of this movement, which has spread worldwide and reveals the secrets of happiness, in decoration is undeniable. This trend, which entered our lives towards the end of 2017, will undoubtedly influence decoration trends for many years to come. This is because the foundations of hygge are built on happiness, comfort, and peace.
Creating simple and clean living spaces is a prerequisite. Balancing the warmth of wood with pastel tones is one of the main elements of creating spacious living spaces. Scandinavian style furniture, accessories dominated by pastel tones, layered rugs, scented candles, plush covers, and lush green plants are some of the essentials of hygge.
This simple happiness code from comfort can also be implemented in home decoration, from lighting to furniture and even the colors used. According to this philosophy, those who aim to be happy with small things can have a hygge home decoration with small touches.
If you want to decorate your home according to the hygge style, you should definitely avoid dominant colors. Therefore, every piece you add to your decoration should be in neutral tones, ensuring a harmonious and peaceful atmosphere. The reason for choosing neutral tones is because these soft and pastel colors have a relaxing effect on people.
In this context, you can choose simple and neutral colors such as cream, gray, and white for your furniture. For example, Doğtaş’s Gloria cream-colored sofa set is one of the most suitable options for those who want to reflect simplicity and peace in their homes with a hygge decoration style.
Candles typically evoke a calming, serene, and maybe even romantic atmosphere in people. Therefore, candles are quite suitable for the hygge lifestyle. Adding a few candles to the bedroom or living room decoration will help create a cozy and warm environment.
Plush fur rugs, soft blankets, thick knits... When it comes to hygge, textiles have a significant place in home decor. With a blanket you can place on comfortable sofas, simple armchair models, you can warm up during the cold and autumn days while watching a movie or reading a book, and also reflect the hygge lifestyle in your home. Synthetic rugs will also look aesthetic on table chairs.
If you prefer sofas with soft cushions for living rooms, it will be more suitable for the comfort understanding of the hygge philosophy. Similarly, soft pillows play a significant role in creating a peaceful and comfortable environment to relax and unwind.
As we mentioned at the beginning of the content, the Danish word hyggekrog means a comfortable reading niche. Therefore, we mentioned that you might have already applied the hygge lifestyle without realizing it. A reading nook also falls among the must-haves in hygge home decoration.
You can enjoy the peaceful home atmosphere while sipping your warm drink in a reading corner you create with furniture like a soft-cushioned armchair or a windowsill sofa.
How to prepare a reading corner? You can check out our content titled Prepare a Reading Corner in 12 Steps! to get information about reading corner decoration.
For creating a brighter environment, the recommended wall color is white. However, you have a bit of flexibility here. Since the Danes spend 300 out of 365 days in a dark and dim environment, they need the sense of freshness that white brings.
Therefore, you can be more daring with colors. You can even paint your walls in pastel tones or sage green. The important thing is to create a space that makes you happy. In addition to the wall color, using light-colored sheer curtains and simple lighting products that sufficiently illuminate the rooms also contributes to creating a spacious atmosphere.
If you are looking for creative wall decoration ideas, you can benefit from our content titled Transform Your Home with Wall Decoration Ideas!.
Imagine a large table where you can eat with your family, friends, and loved ones, chairs with plush fur throws, and local lighting that makes the atmosphere even more enjoyable... In such a setting, who could be unhappy?
To create peaceful and calm dining areas, you can choose a simple wooden dining table and comfortable chairs. To add a warm and intimate decor to the table, you can use scented or unscented candles and place plants and flowers. What matters are the enjoyable conversations, precious moments, and happiness you will experience with your loved ones at that table.
Finally, to increase your happiness quotient with Hygge, use candles at various points, play music that relaxes you, and enjoy a peaceful moment with your loved ones. Slow down a bit and enjoy life. Because happiness is hidden in small pleasures…
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