February 28th 2022 was International Hygge Day. ‘What is that’? you may ask.

How can you create a Hygge environment?

Colour

Hygge is about calm, soft, soothing and comfortable.

• The colours chosen are a significant part of setting a relaxing space. The use of neutral colours on the wall actually help to calm your mind.

Décor

Hygge is about warmth and connection, so in the nursery use decor not only to create a calming space but also to create conversation.

• A calming environment can be created with the use of accessories, such as wood elements and indoor plants.
• In the nursery we include pieces that have special meaning such as pictures of family
• At home you can place photo albums on the coffee table with pictures of travel or experiences that you’ve shared with others.

Lighting

Lighting is an essential part of creating a sense of hygge in the living space.

• Warm, soft white light creates an inviting and comfortable space. Using floor and table lamps can create a more intimate lit space.
• Fireplaces are often associated with the hygge lifestyle. In the nursery we use small fairy lights in certain areas to help create that inviting warmth that a fireplace would give.
• At home candles can create a warm, soft light and a sense of relaxation and comfort, if they cannot be used safely with your children you can use LED candles.

Nature

Embracing nature is an important element of Hygge.

• We love to be outside at our nursery, feeling the cold, the wind, the sun, smelling and touching the plants around us, then heading back inside for that cosy feeling of coming in from the cold.
• At home, why not go for a walk, stop, look at the trees and the leaves, breathe deeply. Then follow that with warm drinks, blankets and a chat about what you saw.