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SO MOST OF US HAVE EXPERIENCED THE FEELING OF LOOKING THROUGH MAGAZINES AND THINKING, “WHY CAN’T MY HOME LOOK LIKE THAT?”
By Sarah Taylor
Sarah is a mum of four who loves giving old pieces of furniture a new lease of life from her boutique in Le Dorat.
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To be honest, the answer probably has quickest and easiest ways you can spruce if presented well, will give the space a feel something to do with a staged design up a room. of luxury. and a huge budget! However, you don’t necessarily need a large bank account to Showcase a few pieces and keep focus away from clutter. (Difficult to do whenenhance the design of your home. There you’re a mum and your kids like to takeare plenty of ways you can make your over your living space. But investing in ahome look more few nice storage containersexpensive on a budget. All you really need is a little creativity. Here are a few tips A simple, minimalist design is one of the quickest and easiest ways you can spruce up a room in this situation means you can quickly declutter without having to remove their toys and must-haves.). For walls the general rule is to get you started. simple: big wall, big art; small wall, small art. Small pieces on a big DECLUTTER wall will make your art look lost and large pieces on small walls draw a room in. When you look at photos of "designer" Large art pieces don't need to be rooms, you’ll notice they have at least one expensive. Just buying a canvas and thing in common, there’s no clutter. A creating your own original work of art simple, minimalist design is one of the using leftover paint, fabrics or other items,
LIGHTING
Lighting can make a space feel more glamorous. The key is to use the right type of lighting. You don’t want to flood your space with harsh lighting so try using different kinds of lighting rather than depending on the overhead light or the "big light" as my dad always called it. Lamps and decorative lighting such as candles allow you to control both the brightness and the overall mood of the room. CURTAINS
hanging curtains in their traditional spot above the glass, try raising your curtains up. This will draw the eye upward and create the illusion that the room is taller than it actually is. FURNITURE
Your budget might not allow for new furniture, but upcycling is a great option. But needless to say, if it's not broken don't chuck it out. There are lots of ways to upcyle or repurpose. I will cover this area in more depth in my next article. PLANTS AND FLOWERS
Fresh flowers and potted plants I always feel enhance a room’s design. They add colour, fragrance and texture to a room. A few strategically placed plants, real or fake, will always make your home look more enhanced. If, like me, you’re not great at keeping plants alive, choose hard-to-kill succulents and cacti. A large fern will also look good in the corner of a room, but a dying plant won’t do you any favours! Potted plants are the more budget-friendly option, but you can also splurge occasionally on fresh-cut bouquets.
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A few strategically placed plants, real or fake, will always make your home look more enhanced FAMILY AND FRIENDS
ACCESSORIES
The use of throws and cushions to disguise old -- or to bring to life plain palette -furniture can also work to make your home look more expensive. Don’t be afraid to choose soft furnishings with bold colours and patterns! Throws and cushions are also great for when you feel like you need a change but don’t have the funds for a complete makeover. Simply swapping them for a different colour or switching cushions and throws from different rooms can give a room a whole new feel.
Never be afraid to ask input from those who know you best. Bouncing ideas is fun and free!
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