Imagine waking up on a cold autumn morning. It’s still dark outside, the misty windows suggest that summer has long since sailed away. You slowly get out of bed, reach for your favorite mug and make yourself a hot cup of tea or coffee. You wrap yourself in a soft blanket and sit in your favorite spot – perhaps by the window, where you can watch the day slowly begin outside. The room is quiet and warm, and you treat yourself to a moment that belongs only to you.
This feeling of well-being and peace is not just a pleasant random moment. It is exactly what the Danes call “hygge” – a state of being comfortable, at ease and feeling good in our space. But hygge is not just about coziness; it is a way of feeling connected to your home and consciously creating small moments of joy and peace in your everyday life. Hygge also complements a minimalist approach – it is about having only what makes sense to you and what you will actually use.
What is hygge and how to achieve it?
Hygge is not about big decorations or an excessive number of objects. On the contrary, in the minimalist spirit, hygge means focusing on simplicity and quality. Instead of dozens of pillows, one that is pleasant to the touch and in color matches the space is enough. Lighting is also key - warm, soft light helps create a pleasant atmosphere without making the room too bright.
When creating a hygge space, focus on natural materials and earthy colors. Wood, wool, concrete accessories or ceramics will give the interior a sense of calm and connection with nature. Hygge encourages you to feel good in the space, to only have things around you that make you happy and are important to you.
You can also incorporate hygge into your home with small details that bring you joy. It could be a candle that you light while reading in the evening, or a favorite mug from which you drink your morning tea. Even natural decorations, such as dried flowers or twigs, will add natural beauty and an autumnal atmosphere to your space. The key is to perceive your surroundings and consciously create an environment that calms you. Hygge is not about constantly decorating or filling a space, but about carefully choosing what makes you happy - it is an experience that you create yourself every day.