Designing With the Five Senses

Keeping the five senses in mind when designing a room or creating embiance is incredibly important.

First, sight.
Sight is the most important of the five senses. We talk a lot about the sense of sight when discussing interior design. A clean and "put together" room can do wonders for your overall mood.

Second, touch. You may think "How can I use touch to design a room?" Texture is the easiest way to bring a tactile feel to your space. Some great ways to bring instant texture to your space are a shag rug, an interesting textured pillow, or a plush blanket or throw.

Third, smell.
Your sense of smell can be a powerful tool when creating a mood. A good candle or cookies or bread baking in the oven can instantly remind you of home and create a warm atmosphere.

Fourth, taste. Taste is a tricky one. But why not eat those cookies or bread you just baked?

Lastly, sound.
You can experiment with this without spending a dime. All you have to do is play some music. You will be surprised at how different it makes you feel.  I recently read an article that said that music is the only activity that uses all of the human brain. Music can be a powerful tool for you when setting the mood.

Remembering the five senses is a great way to take your decor to the next level. With Valentines Day coming up, I hope these tips can help you set the mood for romance.

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