The last piece of furniture has been moved into your new home. As you sit down and marvel at the space, the first thought that comes to mind is, “How can I make it better.” So begins the never-ending struggle to update your home for ultimate style and comfort.
Since a complete room remodel costs between $10,000 and $35,000, some of the renovations might be done on your own to save money. Nevertheless, professional help may still be required at the end to add the finishing touches.
So, before you add one roller of paint or wooden floor plank to your room, here are seven effortless ways toward ultimate style and comfort in your home.
- Get professional help
Don’t be ashamed if you need professional help. In the end, it can help you save time and money on the bigger aspects of your remodeling. When you visit website locations for style firms, check if they have any examples of past work. It allows you to decide if their design ideas match yours. Seeking help from professionals can help you a lot in getting the better picture of what to have and not.
- Plan ahead
Do not start a project with a “Let’s see how it goes” attitude. That only leads to frustration and a finished product not up to your standards. You must look at the areas you want to upgrade and create a plan for all of them. Not only does this reduce your stress but it also provides a semblance of flow to the area.
- Give every space a focal point
Whether it’s a piece of furniture, a painting, or a fireplace, use that unique piece as a focal point for the room. Once done, you will see the areas where the lines of the room converge. It’s from this perspective that you can design the area’s style and comfort.
If you don’t have a focal point, then create one. Look for something that will highlight or frame the space. Or, create something on your own that will be the area’s centerpiece.
- Avoid clutter
You probably don’t want to go as far as Feng Shui, but you definitely want the area to have as many clean lines as possible. So, if the space will have a bookcase, don’t overload it with everything stored in boxes in your attic. Simply add the items that will show off the area.
In addition, keep decorative rugs and pillows to a minimum. It’s okay to have an area rug and a few pillows to make the area comfortable. However, an overflow will make the room seem smaller.
- Use warm colors
Rooms become destination spaces because they lure people in. While this is done through comfortable furniture, most of the job is handled by the area’s color palette.
Hues that are too bright distract people from reading or watching television. Those that are too dark make the room feel tinier than it already is and absorb much of the natural light. Applying warm colours to the walls and furniture are perceived as cozy, intimate, and cooler.
- Add your own touches
You can do one of two things when decorating the room. You can either purchase pre-fabricated pieces or you can add something unique. For instance, perhaps pieces that you painted or photographed. Or a special item found at an antique shop. In other words, make the space truly your own.
- Establish an ambiance
This goes with using warm colors. If you choose cool and comfortable wall coverings, you certainly don’t want to add harsh lighting. Make sure the mood of the area matches your desires.