8 Room Transformations for a house On-Trend Christmas decoration

8 Room Transformations for a house On-Trend Christmas decoration

When it comes to holiday decorating, it’s easy to fall into clichés or automatically recreate the same ambiance year after year. You can, however, preserve your home’s modern aesthetic while bringing some of that Christmas magic!


To accomplish this, you must focus on a theme comprising a restricted palette of colours and textures as well as neutral wintery accessories. Here are some examples for various rooms of how homeowners have successfully achieved a contemporary holiday look.

A Luxurious Bedroom 

Initially, this hotel-inspired bedroom epitomized luxury and comfort, thanks to the black wall, the leather headboard and the two khaki green pillows. The owner wanted to maintain this atmosphere. All that was needed to realize a Christmas transformation without spoiling the original style were three streamlined mini-pine trees on the bedside table and a good quality garland around the frame.

A Playful Staircase 

It may not be the first option that comes to mind, but the staircase is an original place to showcase beautiful decorative items such as miniature pine trees, small packages wrapped in understated paper, birch logs or a set of Christmas village houses painted white to evoke a snowy landscape. Some muted lighting and voilà, the perfect holiday vignette. If you have young children, though, it’s not the best idea as these accessories may be a hazard when going up or down the stairs!

An Enchanted Forest Laundry Room 

Doing the laundry should not be depressing. This room can be embellished with contemporary accessories such as a dwarf pine tree with a jute skirt, pinecones, or tartan cushions. If you would like to add a touch of humour, top a pair of rain boots with spruce branches for a fun look.

A Stylish Reading Nook 

All it took was a minimalist wooden Christmas tree decorated with white balls and a contemporary star on a shelf to give this teenager’s room the right amount of holiday cheer without in any way compromising the room and the owner’s sense of style! 

Festively Modern Open Concept

To avoid having your rooms look old-fashioned when decorating for Christmas, especially in an open-concept space, focus on the colour white. Accessorize the area with wooden items such as logs or groupings of minimalist wire wreaths. A plush and fluffy faux-fur throw will also add to the holiday spirit.

A Kitsch-Free Living Room 

If you have a mantle over the living room fireplace, Christmas is the perfect time to make it the star of the room. Concerned that this may be a little too traditional? Trade in your old elegant red stockings for trendier ones in a knitted texture or in a neutral-hued cotton. A good-quality evergreen garland adorned with bows will add a touch of sophistication. Place a gold-toned tray on the coffee table and finish with a chic flowerpot filled with pinecones or even a small pine tree.

A Winter Wonderland on Your Patio 

More and more homeowners are rethinking their homes and yards with the objective of designing outdoor spaces that can be used year-round. In this way, the balcony and patio become extensions of the adjoining interior rooms. For the holidays, set up a warm seating area near a gas or wood fireplace. Strings of fairy lights and raw materials — like fake deer antlers — will add a rustic magical touch.

A Boho Christmas Dining Room

Sometimes, you only need a few decorative items to create the desired atmosphere. In fact, this is the best way to steer clear of that yesteryear look. Decorate the kitchen table with two or three miniature trees in simple lines and a few white candles. Then, hang a few shiny ornaments overhead. Lastly, set a bright star on a shelf. The room is complete!

As you can see, even without all that red and green, you can create a decor scheme that celebrates the holidays. And whether your home is contemporary, modern, rustic or classic, it is possible to transform it without spoiling its overall style.

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