20 ways to make your house a home

Add some indoor greenery. Nothing gives freshness and life like plants.

Create a space that’s just for you – this could be as simple a reading chair with a nice light and cosy blanket.

Pile your bed high with some new cushions.

Fill your home with personal mementos – your favourite books, items from your travels, a treasured card or journal.

Give it a spring clean.

Have your home in order with everything in its place, choose things that bring you joy and get rid of the rest.

Put a fancy soap or handwash in the bathroom.

Make the couch ultra comfy with some cushions and a throw.

Give unloved spaces such as hallways and entries some attention – add a beautiful coat hook or paint the back of the door a bright colour.

Put a few flowers in a vase. Not only does it add colour but it will make you smile when you look at it.

Put a nice rug down. This will anchor a space, warming it up and adding interest at the same time.

Hang up a favourite print, or finally get that one in storage framed. You could also try a gallery wall.

Wash and iron your sheets and change out your bedcover.

Have breakfast in bed.

Grow some herbs in pots on your kitchen bench.

Take on a DIY project like these creative headboards.

Create some memories. Throw a dinner party, invite friends over for a cocktail or a host a little Sunday lunch.

Put up pictures of friends and family.

Update your towels.

Light a candle.