Preparing a luxury condo for winter can be challenging, especially when you must consider design and comfort. Fortunately, at The Berkley Palm Beach, we have insider tips on winter luxury condos, and in this blog, we’re sharing our knowledge.
You can expect to learn more about cozy, artfully designed holiday interiors, winter decor that will have guests oohing and aahing over your arrangements, and heating solutions that keep things toasty and comfortable.
With our design advice that complements the architecture already in place and takes into account your home’s generous glass walls, clean lines, and natural flow, you’ll fall even more in love with your winter-ready luxury condo.
Holiday Decor in Luxury Spaces
Even in Florida, winter brings a strong desire to cozy up one’s space, especially around the holidays. Although we might not all have an inner Martha Stewart, we can learn a few holiday winter decor style tips and tricks to spruce up a luxury condo like those found at The Berkley Palm Beach. So, if you’re looking for holiday decorating ideas for a modern condo that supports the existing design rather than competing with it, have a look below:
Seasonal Accents That Stay Subtle
Understandably, you want to bring holiday character to your home without overwhelming the different rooms you’ll be spending time in. Unfortunately, it can be challenging to strike a balance between proudly showing off your holiday cheer and making your home resemble a Christmas decoration store.
That’s why we recommend more minimal decorations with statement pieces. For example, you can bring in natural greenery with seasonal plants and flowers, soft white or champagne-colored ornaments that mimic the hues of snow, and metallic bowls in Christmas colors.
However, when it comes to color palettes, it’s best to stick with neutrals, and you can see your decor to add pops of color. If you change your color scheme too much, your space won’t feel calm and cozy; it will feel cluttered and overwhelming, which you’re trying to avoid.
Decor That Works With Large Windows
Your floor-to-ceiling windows are likely one of the main features that impressed you when you chose your The Berkley Palm Beach apartment. You likely don’t want to minimize its awe-inspiring effect or compromise the view.
If this is the case, and you want to respect those sightlines, avoid oversized displays, heavy garlands, and thick drapery, as they can obstruct the view. Instead, incorporate holiday themes, slim lanterns, small greenery arrangements that keep your view open and bright, and window-safe string lights.
Outdoor Friendly Holiday Touches
If your Berkley Palm Beach luxury condo has a balcony or terrace, why not extend the indoor festivities outside? With careful planning, you can add a few holiday decor details to these spaces to add a little cheer.
For example, consider adding weather-safe lanterns, warm outdoor lighting, colorful weighted outdoor table decor, potted winter plants (that survive in Florida), and Christmas knick-knacks. Just try not to go overboard. You have limited outdoor space and don’t want to overwhelm it.
Winter Interior Design Trends
Holiday decor aside, there are a few winter design trends you might want to embrace and then build upon when the time comes for Christmas and New Year’s. Below are a few simple ideas for winter luxury condos you may want to try this year:
A Move Toward Soft Neutrals
Soft neutrals pair well with almost any theme and can turn modern-designed condos into cozy interiors. Although winter palettes change every year, this year you won’t go wrong with sand, clay, taupe, cocoa, and warm cream colors. These colors pair well with natural lighting, which you have in spades with your floor-to-ceiling windows.
Also, these shades, which you can add through rugs and cushion covers, create the perfect backdrop for your other furnishings and winter-themed decor. Additionally, you can keep them year-round and simply swap out the winter textures, materials, and decorations.
Lighting That Supports Shorter Days
Although Florida experiences mild winters, it can still make your luxury condo feel glum and darker than usual, which is why lighting is essential. During the winter months, it’s best not to rely on overhead lighting. Instead, use a mix of table lamps, floor lamps, and wall lighting to keep your rooms cozy and inviting.
However, it’s not just the fixtures that need to be added. You also need to soften the lighting in your home, and the easiest way to do this is with warm LED bulbs. You can also use dimmers and smart bulbs, which you likely already have access to with your Berkley Palm Beach luxury condo.
Embracing the Return of Textures
When it comes to winter decor, textures are back with a bang. One of the easiest ways to add textures this winter is through upholstery. You can use velvet, ribbed cotton, chenille, or bouclé fabric to add depth to your room in the colors you love most. Often, these fabrics work best in living rooms or bedrooms as ottomans, single chairs, or benches to add visual interest.
Cozy Materials and Textures for Winter
You don’t need to redo your entire decor scheme in your condo (unless you want to…we’re not judging) to bring winter decor to life.
Below are a few cozy materials and textures perfect for winter to give you an idea of what’s possible when you want minimalistic but still cozy and stylish. You can:
- Add textured blankets and throws made from alpaca, cotton blends, cashmere, or wool to warm a space. You can also even layer these materials for a deeper, more lush look.
- Plop heavier cushions made of velvet, ribbed cotton, or chenille on top of beds, couches, and daybeds. These cushions not only add softness for cooler months but also help absorb sound in open spaces.
- Try layering your rugs. It might sound a bit unusual, but pairing a low-pile carpet with a natural fiber base adds comfort underfoot and helps you clearly demarcate the living areas.
- Add natural materials like jute, stone, and wood alongside woven accents to ground your modern interior and make it feel cozier in the winter months.
- Opt for winter-friendly bedding like neutral cotton duvets, lightweight wool throws, and quilted layers. These come in many different colors, so you can mix and match to suit your holiday decor theme, without sacrificing comfort.
Smart Heating and Energy Efficiency Tips for Comfort
Winters in Palm Beach may be mild, but your comfort still depends on how energy-efficient and comfortable your condo is day to day. Below are a few tips we have for winter luxury condos that can help ensure you always feel like spending time at home indoors during the holidays:
Use Smart Thermostats the Right Way
One of the best heating solutions to get luxury condos winter-ready is smart thermostats. This nifty feature allows you to set the temperatures in your home throughout the day based on your comfort levels.
If you want it warmer or cooler, you can program it to your preference. It’s a game-changer for the winter months, so if your condo doesn’t come with one, it could be time to upgrade.
Prepare HVAC Systems for Cooler Weather
You don’t have to do it yourself, but it’s a good idea to replace air filters, check humidifier settings, and clear vents in the winter. If you do this, you’ll prevent dry winter air and improve airflow, which can make you feel more comfortable indoors.
Fortunately, many luxury condos, such as The Berkley Palm Beach, are equipped with modern HVAC systems that regulate indoor temperatures, with maintenance teams handling the upkeep. It might not be something you need to worry about.
Install Energy-Efficient Smart Home Tech That Helps
If your luxury condo doesn’t come with as many energy-efficient home tech features, why not install a few of your own? You can maintain complete control over your condo’s comfort with automated climate control, smart plugs, and app-controlled lighting. Plus, most of the time, these are minor upgrades, but you still benefit from big payoffs.
The Key Takeaways
Sprucing up your luxury condo to make it winter-ready isn’t too difficult if you follow the design and comfort tips we shared in today’s blog. We hope you now have a clearer understanding of how simple it is to elevate your holiday and winter interior design in a condo.
The Berkley Palm Beach condos already give you a good base to work off of with their modern features and amenities. So, it shouldn’t be too difficult to embrace your inner style guru and turn your modern, spacious home into something a little cozier and quieter for the holidays.
If you’re ready to pull the trigger and find your forever home or an ultra-modern holiday escape in time before the holidays, contact us here to book a sales appointment.
