Before decorating a new home there are some basic things you should do to avoid headaches and frustrations in the future; they are:
- Resist buying everything at the same time
- Begin decorating the bedroom first
- Don’t fall for the “everything needs to match” logic of retail businesses
- See if interior blemishes can be solved practically and inexpensively
Leave Things Behind
Only when it is time to move do most people see that they own a lot of things. It may be tempting to pack everything up and take it with you. Moving from one home to another is a great time to decide what to keep and throw away. You can save a lot of time and money, not to mention effort, if you decide not to take things you don’t need and reduce clutter.
Focal Point
Most interior decorators agree that a room needs a focal point. A focal point could be a fireplace, the living room sitting area, or even the staircase. The idea is to make it the central point of attraction.
Measure Before Changing
One of the first things you need to do before decorating or making any changes to the indoor space is to measure all the rooms. Measure the length and breadth of the rooms and hallway, floor space, and ceiling heights. Once you do all this, you will clearly know how much space you are working with when you purchase the necessary items. Because one of the worst things you can do is buy a bed, bathtub, table, ottoman, or sofa that is too big or small.
Plant the Plants
If you are into plants and you had a few potted plants in your previous residence, why not continue the tradition in your new home? After all, it is quick and easy. Stop by a nursery and choose some easy-to-maintain, nice-looking plants; just like that, you have increased the room’s aesthetics. You have different choices regarding display, such as hanging plants, plant frames, and faux plants.
The Walls Have Eyes
One of the fastest and easiest ways to make a room or hallway look pleasing to the eyes is to use the walls. All it takes is to hang up various artwork to make the room look like someone lives there. You don’t have to limit it to artwork or photos, you can mix it up with famous quotes, clocks, fancy timepieces, framed dry plants, flowers, or even a mirror. In fact, mirrors are a great way to give rooms a more spacious feeling.
The Furniture Puzzle
Furniture is perhaps the most important aspect of a home. It is what decides how comfortable your living quarters will be. However, apart from comfort and livability, furniture also provides aesthetic sensibility. You can achieve this in two basic ways; the type of furniture and how the furniture is arranged. Experiment with different arrangements and see which one best suits the room.
Add Color to Your Life
Once you have dealt with the easier aspects of changing the looks of your new home, you can start looking into things that require more planning, thinking, and work. Painting a room is one such task that can be done relatively quickly and will completely change a room’s atmosphere. However, it will require some planning regarding colors and type of paint.
Don’t Forget the Ceilings
When moving to a new house or apartment, most people tend to only think about what will go on the floors and walls. Ideas for changing the ceiling décor can be as simple as applying paint of your choice or hanging fancy and expensive chandeliers. However, the good news is even simple and inexpensive methods such as a new light fixture can make the ceiling look lively.
Ceiling fans are also an essential part of ceiling and home’s cooling system. They are not only for cooling off a room in the summer, but also for giving a feeling of being in a serene, relaxing space. Ceiling fans come in a variety of shapes and sizes, so finding the perfect fan for your room is easy. Ceiling fans come in a variety of styles, shapes, colors, and sizes. They are generally made of metal, wood, or plastic. Ceiling fans are not just a device to provide cool air. They also help circulate the air in your home and provide a pleasant ambiance.
Lights and Scents
One of the easiest and less costly ways to improve the liveability of a room is to light it properly. If you used aromas and scents in your previous home, you could easily continue that tradition in your new home. Achieving proper lighting can be done by artificially adding more light fixtures, such as table and ceiling lamps, or experimenting with natural light entering through the window. This is also a good time to see what kind of curtains would work for you.
Take Your Time
After all, you want the new place to feel like home again as quickly as possible. The main thing to remember is not to jump right in and start making big changes. Resist the temptation to do a lot of things as soon as you move in. Start simple, and you can add more as you settle into your new abode.
