Secrets to Loving your Home
There are few secrets to loving your home, surround yourself in things and colours you love, keep it; simple and uncluttered, then follow this simple plan when decorating your space.
Ask yourself some questions before you decorate a room!
What is this room primary use? Do want a relaxed environment or an energizing space? What type of storage will you need? Then decorate based on function, not what looks good, choosing furniture with or without storage options. Then think of lighting! Overhead lighting tends to be energizing while task lighting has a more relaxed vibe.
Don’t forget the kitchen, it is often the central meeting room of a home. Borrow a few ideas from the living room to bring into the kitchen, it could be grand like crown molding or a piece of art hung on the wall, or as simple a washable low pile throw rug and flowers.
Each room should have one standout feature, competing features can make the room feel busy and chaotic. It could be a large decorative piece over a fireplace, or a cozy reading corner for two, that will draw people in, you may find yourself referring to the room; as the feature of the room!
When making a large purchase for your home, like a dresser, rug, lamps or a table; put yourself to a test… The purchase should be able to live comfortably in at least three different areas of your home. This way you can simply update a room by making quick changes throughout your home, without breaking into your piggy bank.
For example, a dresser can be used in a dining room as a side board, or in a foyer as an entrance table, or in a kitchen as an island by adding large locking rolling casters.
Every room should have a favourite spot that makes you smile. Make your home your favourite place to be!
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Roxanne Griese is an Artist and Columnist, visit www.artbyroxanne.ca