Decorating your home is a fun activity. You get to choose your furniture, accessories, paint colours and more to create the perfect look. However, even after you are done, you may still feel like something is missing. Remember, we judge the aesthetic of something, for example, our home, using our senses.
To make your home truly appealing, you need to concentrate on more than just the visual. Try incorporating fragrances in your home to engage the sense of smell, which is often overlooked.
Using Aroma to Style Your Home
Your brain processes aromas in a unique way. The process of “smelling” stimulates the areas of the brain that store memories and activate emotions. This leads to a powerful connection between the sense of smell, our memories and our feelings.
Think of that waft of sweet jasmine on the evening air – how does it make you feel, and what does it make you remember? What about the smell of a freshly baked loaf of bread – does it bring a smile to your face and remind you of breakfasts at your granny’s house?
You can use these subtle scent cues to add the finishing touch to your styling efforts. By using the right scents in your home, you can influence the overall experience of everyone living in and visiting your home.
Choosing Your Scent Style
Your home will have developed a unique personality from the decor choices you have made. You can build on this personality by introducing complementary scents.
Here are some practical tips on integrating scents into different parts of your home:
- Reed diffusers: For a subtle, consistent background scent. Perfect for smaller spaces, such as bedrooms and bathrooms.
- Scent machines: For large, open-plan living spaces, scent machines offer a reliable way to scent a room. They can be programmed to release just the right amount of scent at appropriate intervals.
- Room sprays: For on-demand bursts of aroma, room sprays are the perfect quick fix. Spray just before your guests arrive, or use it periodically throughout the day to refresh the air.
- Fragrance and oil burners: For a more intense burst of fragrance, opt for a fragrance and oil burner. Choose your oil to suit your mood or the occasion.
Are you ready to perfect your home’s aroma and ambience? Contact Scent.ology today to find the perfect fragrances for your home. It is not just about creating a pleasant scent; it is about creating a personalised, memorable living experience for you, your family and your guests.
