The holidays always bring such a warm feeling inside, despite the weather being so cold outside. It doesn’t take much to stimulate the senses and create that spark of joy. Here are 5 simple ways to warm up your home for the holidays that are sure to indulge all of your senses, and a few ways we can provide a pleasant sensory experience for you year-round when you choose to Build Authentic.

The sight of décor in the stores is always one of the first signs that holidays are coming. Seeing it fill the aisles in late November can bring as much joy as seeing the presents under the tree on Christmas morning for some. Incorporating a little (or a lot) into your home is one of the easiest ways to cultivate that Christmas feeling. From large trees with vintage ornaments to small, silly, pink elves that sit on shelves, there’s something festive to fit everyone’s taste.

Everyone’s taste is so different, which is why we believe yours should dictate the entire design process when you build a house with Authentic Custom Homes. We want you to love everything you look at. Paint colors, backsplashes, flooring, handles, cabinets, doors and more, there are endless ways to customize your home and really make it your own. We will provide you with everything you need to make your choices. The only hard part is narrowing down your favorites.

Adding a few throw blankets around the living room and bedrooms is a sure way to make you and your guests feel a cozy touch around Christmas time. Whether you’re watching a movie or having a conversation, it’s a nice feeling to be bundled up. Choose varying textures and colors for extra flair and personality.

Your personality is important. So, when you build with us, we will help you select the finishes that will help you feel comfortable year-round. Do you like carpet or tile on the bottom of your feet? What’s your favorite type of showerhead you’ve used to wash your hair? Are you “cool” with the type of thermostat you have now, or do you want one with WiFi? All of these options directly affect the feel of your home, and we want you to feel at home in it.

The holidays bring to the table a generous variety of flavors and textures. Keeping your favorite festive treats around is certain to warm you and your guests from the inside out. We particularly like keeping hot chocolate on hand because it’s so customizable. No matter what you decide to serve, prepare it with love to elevate it.

Where you prepare your recipes is just as important as how you prepare them. When we help you build your kitchen, we will make sure you have all top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances to assist you in making the perfect dishes for your palate.

Music is an essential part of the holidays. From classic carols to pop hits, there’s a little jingle for everyone to enjoy. Crank up your grandparents’ old record player or power on that little Bluetooth speaker, and let merriment fill the air with your favorite songs all season long.

Music isn’t just for the holidays, though. It can make even the most boring of Mondays better. If you want music to fill your life and your living room all year long, ask us about your option to incorporate surround sound into your Authentic Custom Home.

When the scents of the season start to envelop you, the memories start to roll in. Fill your home with a variety of candles to tell different parts of your story. From fresh pine to fresh-baked cookies, each fragrance encapsulates its own set of memories capable of being sparked by a flame.

After you’ve built your home with us and have been settled in for quite some time, we hope you fondly remember the aroma of fresh paint in your favorite color, alongside maple cabinets made just for you, topped with the first time you lit your fireplace.