10 Ways to Warm up Your Home

A warm home is a happy home - and we're not just talking about a heating device. We're sharing the latest decor solutions, from cookware to candles, colour, and luxury cushions - now that's warm. Style director Louise Hilsz shares her tips and the best buys.

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CUSHIONS

There is always a reason and a season to invest in luxe-y cushions or new covers. This winter the textures are luxurious and for colour and in jewel-toned hues.

Città Cotton Velvet Cushion Cover, $55. French Country Collections Ruffle Berry cushion, $149. Republic Home Capella Delphini cushion, $169. Evelyne Prélonge Faux Fur cushion, $223.

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CARPET

There is nothing like stepping out of a warm bed onto lush carpet. It’s also a great way to lift a dull, darkroom. We are obsessed with statement floor coverings that compliments your artwork.

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Moooi Biophillia Slate carpet, from $7515.

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PAINT

Play with a palette of warm colours for your living spaces, from soft rose pink to rich berry or sunny yellow; these shades offer a peaceful, yet vibrant glow and instantly warm up any room.

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Resene Trinidad paint, Resene Rock N Roll paint, Resene Vintage paint and Resene Consuela paint available from Resene ColorShops.

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Throw

For the sofa, or as an extra cosy layer on the bed, invest in a throw that not only brings warmth to your home but complements your decor style.

Designers Guild Katan throw, $425. Mulberi Torquay throw, $125. MM Linen Birch throw, $200. Heirloom Faux Fur Polar Bear Throw, $439.

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CURTAINS

Practical yet pleasing to the eye, curtains not only trap the heat inside, but they also dress a living space with luxurious colour and texture.

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Warwick Theodora collection from Warwick Fabrics.

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Cookware

We prefer the traditional method of slow-cooking in winter and have invested in a quality dutch oven. These top cookers will help you create tasty and hearty meals to share with your friends and family.

Staub Round Cocotte, $499. Le Creuset Signature Round Casserole, $460. Denby Round Casserole, $498. Lava Cast Iron Round, $385.

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Lamp

The glow of lamplight offers instant ambience on a chilly winter’s evening. We always search for a pop of colour to light up our lives.

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Margaret Howell Anglepoise Type 75 Desk Lamp , $690.

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MATTRESS TOPPER

If you have ever slept in a bed with a mattress topper you will know why this makes the top ten - they are a winter essential.

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Scented Candles

From colour to light and scent. There isn’t a home that won’t benefit from a delicious scented candle to set the scene for an evening of indulgence.

Diana Vreeland Simply Divine candle, $200. Jo Molone Velvet Rose & Oud Deluxe candle, $410. Maraca Bourgeons De Cassis Luxury Scented Candle, $85. Wedgewood Wonderlust Crimson Jewel Candle, $119.

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For maximum warmth, comfort, and style, once you step into any of these slippers, you won't want to take them off.

Classic New Zealand x Karen Walker Crochet Slipper, $120. Kathryn Wilson Park Ave Slipper, $199. Sills Wool Cashmere slippers, $129. Emu Wrenlette Slipper Slide, $70.