Last Updated: July 9th, 2025

As the novelty of colder, warmer, and cozier weather wears off, many people find themselves with the “winter blues.” Days are shorter, darker, and wetter, so it’s understandable to start feeling the drag of winter. However, if you’re a believer in “a clean home is a happy home,” then you’ll most likely agree that the way our interior looks and makes us feel has a significant effect on our well-being.

So, if you’re looking for a mood booster, I’d like to explore the reasons why adding blue to your home might be the right move. Blue, most widely known for its representation of calmness and tranquility (such as the soothing oceanside), is also a color that promotes feelings of stability and rootedness. After a long day at the office, coming home to a space that evokes positive feelings is one way to combat the "winter blues."

Here are three simple ways to introduce blue into your home:

LIVING ROOM

The living room is typically where we spend much of our time, so creating a calming atmosphere that invites you to cozy up is one of the best ways to feel inspired by the colder weather. Rich velvets or cultural patterns add texture, playfulness, intrigue, and depth—all of which help you keep your mind off the dreary weather and instead focus on the vibrant hues that brighten up your interior!

KITCHEN

The kitchen and dining area is where we nurture our bodies, so it makes sense to design it to be calming. Dramatic blue island cabinetry can brighten or warm up a space, depending on what you need. Dark hues are trending right now, but keep in mind that you don’t want to go too dark. A popular technique is to light up darker blues with complementary light woods, bright metals, or neutral window treatments.

DECOR

The simplest way to bring blue into the home is through accent pieces. Ranging from textiles to glassware, putting bright blue tones on display will add life to your light, neutral interiors, and tranquility to your dark(er) moody ones. The best part of adding blue as an accent or complementary color is that there aren’t many colors this fine hue doesn’t go with; neutrals, check! Saturated greens, purples, yellows, check! Warm reds, oranges, and browns, check! The new burst of color is sure to lift your spirits and create the feeling of experiencing something “new.” Have fun with your accents!

I'm curious, how does winter leave you feeling? If you find yourself feeling sluggish or unmotivated during the colder months, what helps you cope? If you’re a lover of all things winter, what tips do you have to keep your spirits up? Let me know in the comments below!

Happy Designing!♥