We consider ourselves the-glass-is-always-half-full kind of people. We’re looking at the rest of summer of 2020 and thinking that it will be a completely new and possibly quite exciting opportunity to spend more time at home and with our families. And while we normally enjoy tanning on sandy beaches in far-flung destinations, we’re just as comfortable lounging on our own sofas and enjoying the cozy abodes we call home.
Even though we can’t explore different countries or cultures by traveling, summer is still the perfect time to reset our lives. We can’t physically leave the usual distractions that we all want to escape when we vacation, but we can still temporarily switch off and focus on ourselves and our homes to find the relaxation that we usually need to hop on a plane for.
Many of us are spending more time in our living rooms than usual. It’s where we Netflix and Chill or challenge other family members to board games. So, it is the best place to start the retreat transformation. Take a good look at the space and identify the corners and spaces that need more color or seating. Pair the SÖDERHAMNsoft sofa and GLADOM colorful smart side tables to create an inviting, colorful and whimsical area that will make your family feel ready to embark on a new journey.
We are also spending more time in the bathroom, religiously washing our hands and are really tired of our basic and boring sinks. We think the LILLÅNGEN washbasin cabinet can fix that, and can also give family members their own station for hygiene and storage space for their favorite soaps and skin care products. Finally, no more arguing in the bathroom! It is also the perfect time to embrace the slow life and switch to MULIG, a sustainable drying rack, that will help organize your bathroom and avoid using the dryer so much.
If you have some outdoor space at home then the HAVSTEN is the perfect lounge chair for you. You don’t even have to commit to keeping it outside, because it is also a great indoor seating option. The light metal frame makes it easy to move around in your home, and doesn’t take any visual space so it melds easily into any décor you already have going on.
One of our favorite things about summer, is the long bright day, but when you are at home you might want some extra privacy without compromising on the sunlight. Switch out your old curtains with HILJA or HOPPVALS for the best of both worlds.
Don’t forget to tackle the bedroom. Even though you might not be awake for the majority of the time you use it, it can still benefit from a transformation. Our favorite thing about hotel stays is how indulgingly decadent the beds usually are. Start with a good foundation with the ROSENVIAL mattress protector that is made from a natural material that pulls away moisture and keeps you cool and comfortable all night long. Then add NATTJASMIN, a sateen-woven bed linen set that gives you a real hotel-feeling experience. Get ready for some serious sleeps once you have added the STJÄRNSTARR duvet that is especially made for those of us who often feel too warm while sleeping. Have you ever noticed how hotel rooms are really dark when you switch off the lights? It is because they usually have high-quality light blocking curtains. The HILLEBORG curtains let you block out both heat and sunlight. Sweet dreams!
IKEA is located at the 1st Avenue – The Avenues and IKEA 360 is located on the first-floor in the new 360 Kuwait extension in Zahra. For more information please call 184 0408 or log on to www.ikea.com/kw, follow them on Instagram @IKEAKuwait. Images courtesy of IKEA. Featured images shows: SÖDERHAMN The new orange cover for this 3- seat sofa will bring sunshine and happiness into your living room. KD 165.
