We celebrated the holidays and rang in the new year, but now our homes – which were merry and bright just days ago – are looking a little lackluster. Just because we’re in between holidays doesn’t mean your house shouldn’t be decorated. Your home’s décor should reflect your personality year round, and it should always be a treat for your senses.

Here are five ways to satisfy your senses in your home:

• Sight. Give your eyes a treat by incorporating pops of color in otherwise neutral rooms. Whether you bring in brightly-colored throw pillows, a funky vase, or a piece of art, integrating color in a space creates warmth. Follow color psychology: Yellows promote happiness; light blues and green shades are calming; orange brings a jolt of energy.
• Touch. Your décor should make you want to reach out and touch it. Mixing a variety of textures in your home creates warmth and depth. Place a cozy fleece blanket across the corner of a couch. Lay down a shag area rug. Choose pillows with fringe. You can even add texture to your walls through a textured paint treatment, such as a Tuscan plaster.
• Sound. Now that the sounds of the season have been put away with the Christmas ornaments, take some time to create a household playlist. Although your tastes may differ from your teenage daughter’s musical preferences, having any music playing has been shown to lift your mood.
• Smell. More than any other sense, your sense of smell has a powerful effect on mood. Scents like coffee and cinnamon can lift your spirits, so place scented candles throughout your home – bonus points if the candles complement your décor.
• Taste. We don’t recommend edible décor. Instead, serve food that both tastes and looks good. Browse Pinterest for new twists on classic dishes, and don’t wait for a special occasion to use your best china.

Don’t let your house sink into a post-holiday depression. Satisfy your senses all year round. For decorating advice from the professionals, contact Ozark Interior Designers at Decorating Den today.