10 Tips for a well designed room
1. It may sound cliche, but my first tip is to hire a professional. It can actually save you time and money. A good designer does constant research on what is trending in the industry. He/she can steer you in the right direction, and has already done the research you should do when making an investment in your home. Make sure that person is someone you trust!
2. When choosing an area rug, go big or go home! A rug that is too small looks cheap. A large rug grounds the space and actually makes the room appear larger. A small rug in a large room looks like a small stamp on a large envelope.
3. Start on the ground, and work your way up:
A. Decide on Furniture Layout
B. Choose a Rug
C. Choose upholstery, Case Goods, and Drapery Design
D. Choose Paint Colors
E. Accessorize
4. Stay neutral on large pieces, and go bold with your pillows.
5. Consider your furniture an investment, and put the bulk of your budget here. There is nothing worse than uncomfortable furniture. If you are on a budget, try to save money by shopping at HomeGoods for your accessories. If you are patient, and take your time, you can find some great deals there on accessories.
6. If you don't have a lot in your budget for a rug, stay neutral. Go to a local retail carpet store and look through their remnants! You can usually find some awesome deals on wool remnants in these stores. When the budget is low, having a neutral on the floor will hopefully make it disappear. Buying a cheap Oriental or printed rug will only draw negative attention to the rug.
7. Don't forget your ceiling. Painting the ceiling a color or using wallpaper on a ceiling can create a huge impact.
8. Straighten, clean, and eliminate clutter daily. If you don't use it, and it doesn't bring you joy, give it away!
9. Mix scale, and textures. It can only add interest and depth to a room.
10.Lighting is the jewelry of your room! Table lamps, ceiling fixture, and wall sconces. Having a mixture adds interest, and ambience.
Bonus: YES you can mix metals! Done the right way, it can look awesome!!
2. When choosing an area rug, go big or go home! A rug that is too small looks cheap. A large rug grounds the space and actually makes the room appear larger. A small rug in a large room looks like a small stamp on a large envelope.
3. Start on the ground, and work your way up:
A. Decide on Furniture Layout
B. Choose a Rug
C. Choose upholstery, Case Goods, and Drapery Design
D. Choose Paint Colors
E. Accessorize
4. Stay neutral on large pieces, and go bold with your pillows.
5. Consider your furniture an investment, and put the bulk of your budget here. There is nothing worse than uncomfortable furniture. If you are on a budget, try to save money by shopping at HomeGoods for your accessories. If you are patient, and take your time, you can find some great deals there on accessories.
6. If you don't have a lot in your budget for a rug, stay neutral. Go to a local retail carpet store and look through their remnants! You can usually find some awesome deals on wool remnants in these stores. When the budget is low, having a neutral on the floor will hopefully make it disappear. Buying a cheap Oriental or printed rug will only draw negative attention to the rug.
7. Don't forget your ceiling. Painting the ceiling a color or using wallpaper on a ceiling can create a huge impact.
8. Straighten, clean, and eliminate clutter daily. If you don't use it, and it doesn't bring you joy, give it away!
9. Mix scale, and textures. It can only add interest and depth to a room.
10.Lighting is the jewelry of your room! Table lamps, ceiling fixture, and wall sconces. Having a mixture adds interest, and ambience.
Bonus: YES you can mix metals! Done the right way, it can look awesome!!