As a proper, confirmed (and might I add, proud) homebody, my space, room, apartment, house, you name it, makes me so happy. I can literally be indoors 24/7 at my home provided that there’s electricity, food, wifi/internet connectivity, indoor plumbing, good television/books. Not much right?
This is because any space I choose to make mine becomes my sanctuary and a reflection of my personality, style and comfort. In the struggle to decorate our homes into a welcoming and inviting abode, it can feel overwhelming to wrack your brain in thinking up ways to make your home stand out and be unique as well as have that homey feel.
This article will guide you through the art of home decor designs and types that speaks to your unique tastes and preferences. There’s a lot to explore here, including determining the colour scheme for your home, furniture remodelling, and even picking out the art pieces for your home.
Below are are some fundamental things you need to know before you transform your home:
Find Your Style:
This might be the hardest step for you to take. To help you out with that, I’ll suggest gathering ideas and inspirations from Instagram, YouTube and Pinterest.
From these apps, you can explore the different interior design styles available to you, which will serve as a foundation to help you with your eventual decor plan.
Pick your Colours:
Did you know that colours tend to affect our moods, depending on the type? The colour you paint your home can go a long way into setting the tone for your space.
The colour blue tends to give a calming energy while red portrays a vibrant, vivacious vibe. Look up on colour theory and go for a palette that is so you, as well as boosts the atmosphere of the space(s) your home.
Customise Your Art Pieces If You Can:
You truly don’t know how thoughtful artworks can personalise your home until you walk into the house of someone with blank walls. Wall art/decor a good deal of character to your space. Alternatively, you can go the DIY route and craft your own pieces or you can employ the services of a professional artist or photographer to fashion your walls into something akin to a museum —albeit a low-budget one.
Furniture Remodelling:
Just like a fresh coat of paint on your walls, or a new art work in a corner can transform your home, a piece –or two– of artfully selected furniture can work wonders too. To take it up a notch, add unique accessories like throw pillows to really personalise your space.
Lighting is Everything:
As much as I’m a big believer in natural lighting, artificial lighting also has its uses. Use your creativity and imagination to fashion out different moods for the various rooms in your home. Freestyle it and check for yourself, how lighting can shape and highlight and set the mood in your room.
