Energize your home with these design tips

Hectic schedules and not having enough time during the day leave us all wanting more energy. While stocking up on coffee can certainly help get you through the week, the way that your home is designed can also have an effect on your energy levels. Boost your stamina by implementing these tips in your dwelling:

Let in the light
It’s simple: A dark and gloomy room is going to be a lot less energizing than one filled with natural light. That being said, pull back the curtains in your kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living room to let natural light illuminate the space. The vitamin D from the sunshine will help keep you energized for the day.

Use energetic hues
Need to give your bathroom or kitchen design a boost? Use a bright color like red, orange or yellow to paint an accent wall. This is a simple way to liven up the space without going through any major renovations.

Give your appliances a face-lift
Are you tired of your old kitchen and bathroom faucets? Consider swapping them out for faucets with a different finish. Make sure that the materials you choose complement the style of the room. Vintage bathroom or kitchen designs would benefit from polished brass, copper or brushed nickel, while a modern space would be a better fit for chrome or stainless steel faucets.

Create a coffee station
Make it easier to access your cup of joe in the morning or afternoon by redesigning an area of your kitchen into a coffee station. It should contain the obvious, like a coffee maker and freshly ground beans. Don’t forget to include other accessories as well, like mugs, paper filters, stirrers, cream and sugar.

Give yourself a visual reminder
Your energy levels can be instantly boosted by reading something positive. Hang special motivational notes on your kitchen cabinets, fridge or bathroom mirror, like these:

• “Do what you love every day”
• “Fake it until you make it”
• “Think big”

Design your bedroom for sleep
You’re not going to be very energized during the day if you didn’t get much shut-eye the night before. Invest in super dark curtains to block out light and use fresh scents like lavender to help lull you to sleep at night. You may even want to treat yourself to some luxury linens on your bed.