Anna Dick from Anna Margaret Interiors talks deluxe home décor and how to get that luxury retreat feel in your own home.
Everyone deserves to have elements of luxury in their home every day. And yes, it is attainable. First of all, you need to work out what luxury means to you.
It might mean having a matching set of hand soap and moisturiser in your bathroom or that wine fridge you have been longing for, a beautiful view from your kitchen window, or the softest curtains you pull at the end of the day. It can cost the earth, or be modest, because you define what luxury means for you.
Luxury is when you like what you see, smell, feel, touch and taste. Luxury is when all your senses feel loved and catered to. A warm blanket or a smooth bench; scented candle or your fave wine; a beautiful view or your favourite ornaments on display; your favourite music gently playing in the background or simply the sound of silence. Luxury is when you feel happy in a home or space that is designed with your needs and wants at the foremost – with all the elements of design being brought together in a thoughtful way to create a feeling of whatever luxury means to you, with your comfort being the main goal.
Whatever your needs are, a good designer can customise a space that will achieve a feeling of elegance and comfort. You can bring touches of luxury into any space, whether it be kitchen, bathroom, bedroom or living. It might be an oversized bath for a resort feel, a plush velvet headboard that you can’t help but touch every morning, or positioning an oversized chair in a sunny window to curl up in. Luxury can happen in any room of the house, and doesn’t necessarily have to put a strain on the wallet.
Simple tips for a luxury accommodation feel every day
Luxe layout
With the right layout, you can create a harmonious flow throughout the home, making connections between spaces. Get some advice on the right use of colours and texture to give your home a luxurious feel.
Blissful bedtime
Nothing makes you feel more luxe than getting into some amazing bed linen. It’s worthwhile spending a little extra in this area, after all we spend a third of our lives in bed. There is some amazing quality bed linen available in the most beautiful colours which will definitely bring the deluxe into your bedroom. And don’t forget about bath towels – again, there is nothing nicer than wrapping yourself in a beautiful silky towel after a long, lazy soak.
Outdoor opulence
Take the time to create a beautiful outdoor area that’s an entertainer’s dream. It can be easy to neglect this or put it in the ‘one day’ basket, but choosing outdoor furniture and decorations that make you happy will pay off big time.
You are the dictator of what luxury means to you.