Decorating your home is very personal and the finished product should reflect you as a person or family. When it comes to choosing colour schemes, furniture and soft furnishings you have complete free rein but make sure you consider the five must haves below to ensure your style stays timeless.
Window Treatments
First impressions are important. Your window coverings play a large part in creating a stylish look from inside but don’t forget that they are one of the first things that your visitors will see from the outside too. Plantation shutters have made a big comeback this year as they give your room an open and airy feel whilst sheltering the room from the sun and keeping it nice and cool in the hot summer months. There’s also an option to choose roman shades and wooden blinds that will give the same desired effect. As long as you stick with the sleek look that blinds give you, you can’t go wrong.
Statement Lighting
Carefully considered lighting can bring any room to life. You can convert dark and cramped rooms into open and airy spaces that are welcoming and desirable simply by purchasing some new lighting. Whether it’s a few strategically placed floor lamps to brighten a corner of the room or a some lamps on the side to create that cozy feel it’s a great way to easily change the vibe of any room and create that modern look. You could even take it one step further and replace a ceiling fixture and create a statement piece, there’s a huge range of modern masterpieces on the market for you to choose from that create a new and interesting focal point for the room.
Books
Reading books is, unfortunately, becoming a dying tradition but having books in a room can be great for a few different reasons. They are great for filling empty spaces such as shelves and coffee tables. Stacking books on your coffee can create height, providing the perfect platform for your favourite ornaments or even a vase full of beautiful fresh flowers. If you’re feeling a little more creative you can even create unique pieces of furniture from old books, a stack of sturdy books can also serve as a quirky bedside table.
DIY Art
You don’t have to be an established artist to create beautiful wall art that can be displayed in your home. Showcase a personal touch in your room by using everyday materials to produce unique pieces that will have all of your friends and family wanting one. All you need is some time to yourself to let your creative juices flow and who knows what the outcome will be. If you’re not really the creative type you could blow up a large black and white photograph which will create a great centrepiece for any room. Top tip- Frame different fabrics to create exclusive wall art that complements your other soft furnishings.
Outdoor Addition
Creating a functional and welcoming space outside means that you can enjoy being outdoors without having to travel very far at all. Add shade and style with a gazebo or a shade sail for those hot afternoons spent relaxing in the garden. These temporary fittings can be removed and erected when they’re needed which is great if your outdoor space is limited. It can, however, be time consuming and a little annoying having to take down and store the gazebo so for a more permanent solution why not get a pergola. A wooden structure that you can decorate and personalise that gives you a little privacy and may even add value to your house.
Summary
By thinking about these five simple points whilst creating your perfect home you can ensure timeless style will keep your home looking amazing for longer. Additionally, there are many ways that you can improve the look of your home without breaking the bank, so get inspired and make your home look adorable.
