Hygge is a Danish word that essentially means coziness and a feeling of contentment.

Bring softness into your space. Hygge in essense means bringing warmth and coziness into the home. Decor elements such as pillows, throws, blankets and rugs are the perfect way to achieve a sense of hygge.

Light a candle. Lighting candles help provide a sense of hygge by creating a soothing environment, while also bringing in welcoming fragrance.

Say it with a message. Happy and inspirational decorative signs were sprinkled among decor and decorative items.

Highlight your fireplace. Keeping warm by a crackling fire is an ideal way of creating a sense of hygge.

Spend time outdoors. Spending time taking in the sights and sounds of nature are often ways to get inspired.

Invoke thought. Hygge is also about a sense of mindfulness. One way to achieve this in home is by incorporating insightful elements such as expressive or interpretive art.

Unplug from electronics. Reading books and playing family games is a preferred family activity, as opposed to sitting in front of the television.

Clear the clutter: Minimilize. One aspect of this idea is called as "silent design", in which as much excess as possible is removed or tucked aways.

Think white: White is a popular foundation color in denmark, helping create a calm sence of serene atmosphere.

Add wood accents and greenery: Incorporating inspiration from nature is a creative way to observe Hygge.

Credits: Cathy Hobbs - Tribune News Service