Holiday Decorating with Heritage Design Interiors:
Turning Every Space into a Season of Warmth and Joy
The holiday season is upon us and there’s perhaps no better time to transform your home into a cozy, welcoming sanctuary — one that glows with invitation, beauty, and meaning. At Heritage Design Interiors, we love helping you create those signature holiday moments: a glowing tree, a beautifully dressed mantel, a welcoming front door, and the kind of detail that makes guests say “Wow”.
In this blog we’ll walk through five key areas to decorate with purpose and style this year: the tree, staircase & railing, fireplace mantel, front door wreath, and floral & decorative accents. Each section offers a mix of design tips + how our team can help you bring it to life.
1. The Holiday Tree: Your Showpiece of Joy
Your tree often becomes the centerpiece of your home’s holiday décor. Here’s how to make it shine:
Choose your colour story — Whether you lean toward classic red & green, elegant gold & ivory, or a modern palette like silver, white and blush, pick a unified theme so everything ties together.
Layer your lights first — Start at the trunk and weave outward to ensure even coverage. Warm white lights tend to offer that timeless glow.
Add texture and depth — Mix ornaments of different sizes and finishes (matte, shiny, frosted). Don’t forget ribbon or garland weaved through the tree for softness and movement.
Top it off right — Whether a star, an angel, or a bow, your tree topper sets the tone and should complement rather than clash with the rest of the tree.
Location matters — Place the tree where it can be appreciated: near the main seating area, but away from heavy traffic and heat sources for safety and longevity.
At Heritage Design Interiors, we can help you source the highest‐quality décor, coordinate the look with your existing furnishings, and offer installation advice (or bring in trusted professionals) so your tree becomes a lasting holiday highlight.
2. Staircase & Railing: A Grand Entryway for the Season
The staircase is a high‐impact area that often gets less attention than it deserves. Here’s how to turn it into a beautifully styled focal point:
Garland & greenery: Use fresh or realistic faux garland to wrap the banister. You can add lights, baubles, ribbon, pine cones, or other accents.
Symmetry and flow: Let your garland flow naturally along the railing—not too stiff, not too sparse. If you have stairs with landing or wrap‐around, consider a continuous loop or multiple lengths.
Balance your décor: At the base or top of the stairs place a large lantern, a decorated tree, or a grouping of wrapped boxes to anchor the garland visually.
Light it up: Especially if the staircase isn’t highly lit, weave small LED lights through the garland for a gentle glow.
Coordinate with your tree & mantel: Use similar colours and textures so the areas feel connected, not separate.
Our design team at Heritage Design Interiors can help you select garland that complements your home’s architecture and colour palette, select high‐quality materials (fresh vs faux), and lay out a cohesive plan for your stairway décor.
3. Fireplace Mantels: Cozy, Elegant & Full of Character
The fireplace mantel is a classic holiday canvas. Whether you use it or simply style it, it’s an opportunity to bring in character and warmth. Here’s how:
Anchor with greenery: Begin by draping evergreen garland across the mantel. Add in subtle lights, ornaments, or ribbon to echo your tree theme.
Create height & interest: Place taller elements (candlesticks, lanterns, large ornaments) toward the sides or center to draw the eye upward.
Use mirror or art as a backdrop: If you have a mirror or piece of art above the mantel, let the holiday décor frame it rather than hide it.
Mix in personal touches: Holiday photo frames, family traditions, meaningful ornaments — these add authenticity and make the décor yours.
Balance function and style: If your fireplace is used, ensure décor is safe from heat and open flames — e.g., use flameless candles, check clearance, and avoid flammable materials near active fires.
At Heritage Design Interiors, we integrate your holiday mantel design with the overall palette of your home, sourcing quality accessories, and ensuring everything feels curated rather than “added on”.
4. Front Door & Wreath: The First Impression of Holiday Cheer
The front door is where guests (and you) first experience your holiday style — and it sets the tone for everything inside. Here’s how to make it count:
Pick the perfect wreath: Fresh evergreen, faux mixed greenery, or even a non‐traditional wreath in your theme colours — make it echo your interior palette.
Elevate with lighting: Add lanterns, string lights, or battery‐operated candles near the entry to enhance evening curb appeal.
Coordinate hardware & accessories: If you have brass or black hardware, let the door décor complement it. A ribbon that ties into your tree colours can bridge inside + outside.
Layer in welcome touches: A holiday doormat, potted winter greens, or even a modest holiday sign makes your entry extra inviting.
Durability counts: Since it’s outdoors, choose materials that hold up in winter weather and ensure installation is secure.
Heritage Design Interiors can help you select and install outdoor‐safe wreaths and entryway décor that lives up to your interior elegance — making sure the “welcome” is gorgeous from the very first step up to the door.
5. Floral Designs & Holiday Décor: Finishing Touches That Elevate
The magic is often in the details. From dining tables to side consoles, these finishing touches pull your holiday design together:
Tabletop centrepieces: Combine fresh greens, candles, ornaments and ribbon to create a showpiece for your dining or entry table. Height, texture, and colour variation keep it interesting.
Console & side tables: Vignettes here can reference your main themes: a tray with candles, a cluster of holiday figurines, or a small tree in a decorative pot.
Mix fresh and faux: Fresh greens bring aroma and authenticity; high-quality faux elements bring reuse and longevity. A smart mix gives you both.
Keep lighting in mind: Many of these areas benefit from accent lighting — uplights behind console décor, under‐cabinet lights, or simply well placed string lights.
Repeat your palette: Reusing key colours, textures or motifs (e.g., velvet ribbon, pine cones, mercury glass) across tree, mantel, wreath and table brings cohesion.
Our team at Heritage Design Interiors can assist in designing full décor packages — from sourcing custom floral arrangements and decorative accessories to providing layout plans that feel fresh, not cluttered — just right for your space and lifestyle.
Why Work with Heritage Design Interiors for Your Holiday Decor
At Heritage Design Interiors, our roots in interior design (since 1990) mean we don’t just “decorate” for the holidays — we design with purpose, balance and elegance. As your trusted partner in the Lancaster/Chester/Berks region, we bring:
A curated selection of high-quality home décor and accessories built to last. Heritage Design Interiors
Design expertise and knowledge of scale, proportion, light, colour and space.
A personalized approach: your home, your style, your story.
Practical solutions for both aesthetics and function (especially in busy households or high-traffic homes).
Let us help you make this holiday season one of your most beautiful yet — with décor that delights, spaces that welcome, and memories that linger.
