Done with your out of date décor? Transform your home with one of these tireless tricks.
The more time you spend at home, the easier it is to tire of it. But when your décor feels out of date or you’re sick of all four walls, it’s time to transform your home.
And yes, it’s going to be just as exciting as it sounds.
There’s never a reason to settle for substandard interiors. Budget or time or indecisiveness are all easy to overcome. So pick any one (or all) of the seventeen ideas below and shake up your home.
Declutter
We’re not starting with the sexiness. That comes later. Before you get to bring your home alive, you have to get it in check. And sometimes, the true transformations come when you get your Marie Kondo on. So begin your journey with a good old-fashioned organisation session. Clear that clutter and you’ll see immediate results.
Get Organized
With a lot less overflowing and stuffing and chaos going on, it’s time to get organised. If you’re a neat freak, you’re going to LOVE this point. Because a simple way to transform your home is to harmonise it. Yes, we’re talking labels and storage containers and lots of clean straight lines. From your pantry to your pantry drawer, it’s incredibly satisfying to have everything in order.
Open Up The Space
If you want a quick fix, let the light in. Throw those heavy curtains back – or pull them down. Open those windows and welcome in some sunshine. Cut branches back if they’re blocking natural light. A little light goes a long way. And there’s always an option to flood a room with a bit more vitamin D if you’re creative enough.
Bring In Brighter Colours
Nothing beats colour. Bold, beautiful, statement colours. On the walls, the floors, in the accents – anywhere and everywhere. A bit of colour can add cheer to sad and stale interiors.
Not crazy about colour? Break down your barriers and get on board. Even the softest, sweetest, tames of colour palettes can transform your home.
Project Your Personality
Never be scared to be yourself. Calming creams or go-to greys may seem simple, sophisticated, and on-trend, but they’re boring. Incredibly boring. And maybe they’re just not you? So rather than play it safe, project your personality. Pick patterns and designs that speak to your sense of style – and don’t be afraid of going to town with things you truly love.
Accessorise & Make A Statement
If you are afraid of colour, then accessorise. It’s okay to keep your base calm if you’re happy to go crazy on the accents. Bring in bold decorative pieces that bring a space together. Nothing beats a statement statue or over the top artwork to add a slice of chic to your décor. And you’re likely to find that just a couple of new additions can make it feel complete.
Play Around With Lighting
You know that light can transform your home. But what do you do when you’re lacking in natural light? Fake it, of course. Playing around with lighting design can do wonders for a space. Different hues and intensities can influence the mood – perfect for when you’re dying to cosy on down or brighten up. And statement light fixtures can add a lot of fun too.
Upcycle Old Furniture
Tired, dated furniture can drag down your décor. But rather than throwing it out, give it a little life. You have time on your hands – so put both to good use. Upcycling can totally transform pieces that once made you pull a face. A lick of paint and a quick varnish can completely turn back the clocks and add a contemporary finish.
Bring The Outside In
If you want life, add life. Nothing beats beautiful blooms around the home. Pretty plants and gorgeous flower displays will always make you smile. Ideally, you’ll want many arrangements in each of your rooms. But choose wisely – complement, don’t constrain.
Give A Room A Purpose
Boredom can come from a lack of direction. As much as your home is exactly that – it should also be strategically planned. Rooms need purpose. Every space in the house should serve a certain function. To relax, to pamper, to work, to entertain – whatever you decide, every room needs its reason. And if one is without, shake it up and turn it into something new.
Give Feng Shui A Go
Getting bad vibes from your home? Maybe you’re out of sync? Bring a bit of balance back into your life and transform your home with a spot of Feng Shui. Go all out and work through the entire home. It may take some time and planning, but it’ll be worth it for that zen feeling when you’re finished.
Play Around With Texture
You don’t have to be an interior designer to create chic and covetable rooms. One of the quickest ways to make a space pop is to mix and match with different textures. A warm oak juxtaposed with shiny steal. Luxurious faux fur draped over fleece. Satin walls and plush pile carpets. Stack as many as you can to add intrigue to your home.
Create A Little Contrast
With all that texture talk, it’s simple to see that a little texture goes a long way. If you really want to transform your home, aim for contrast. Coordination can seem like the way to go – but it’s boring. Who wants to mix and match when a stark contrast can say so much more? Think colours and designs, shapes and patterns – shake it all up for a statement finish.
Pick The Perfect Colour Palette
As much as colour can bring a space alive, a simple palette is timeless. If you’re aiming for chic, pick a palette of five or six shades for the whole house. Maybe you’re a minimalist or nuts for all things neutral? Curating a selection of colours and sticking to them can create a stylish, glamorous interior.
Try Out A Set Theme
Cohesion will never go out of style. If you’re keen to create a stylish, comfortable home, choose a theme. Maybe you’re a Parisian girl or a sucker for the sixties? No matter your tastes, styling your home with one set design theme in mind can completely transform it.
Spruce The Exterior
Can you truly transform your home if you only channel your efforts inside? Absolutely not. To truly make a difference, perfect the entire property. A lick of paint or a careful clean of the brickwork can work wonders. Freshening up the windows and dressing up your door can bring a new lease of life to an exhausted façade.
Get To Gardening
And if you are really ready for a transformation, pop on your gardening gloves. Nothing beats a complete rip out of old overgrown bushes and badly panted shrubs. Trim and take back control. Tear down and build something beautiful instead. Even a quick once over the lawn with a mower and some fertilizer, as well as time spent with the secateurs, can go a long way. It’s an incredibly therapeutic transformation to dedicate your time to too.
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