Moving into a new home can be one of life’s great joys; you now have a place that belongs to you. But this can quickly spiral into an uncertain time if you are weighed down by the thought of decorating your space. Here’s the thing, decorating your new home is a marathon, not a sprint. You should take it bit by bit, while keeping in mind what mirrors your personality, fits your space comfortably, and remains timeless.
Here’s how you can turn your new empty house into a well-decorated/ beautiful home.
- Plan
One way to quickly get overwhelmed by home decoration is by trying to decorate the whole house at once. Rather, break it down room by room, then create a plan. Start with the room that’s most important to you. You could begin with the living room or bedroom.
Your plan should include a floorplan – this will give you a bird’s eye view of the entire house, that way you can properly plan your design. A floor plan can be drawn by hand or by utilizing technology. Also, know Your Measurements. Matching the scale of furniture to the size of the room is important. This will prevent you from buying things that are the wrong size. Have a budget for decoration as well.
- Decide
What is your ultimate design dream? It could be contemporary, modern, minimalistic, etc. There are no right or wrong answers. Rooms can be transformed into any taste you want. So, you first need to decide. And put everything into perspective.
Look at designs online and in magazines. Once you have images you like, study the details and ask questions from experts in your local furniture or home décor shop. This will help direct your furniture, strategy, or design choice.
- Paint
After deciding, the next thing should be painting. A fresh coat of paint can transform your space drastically. And there are limitless paint options in the market. Based on your desired look and feel, you could select warm, neutral, dark, or bright colors. If a room has a good choice of colors, there will be less need to spend money on decorative bits and pieces to spice things up.
You could also explore wallpapers to get the desired effect without the boring feel that can sometimes be associated with plain walls. Wallpapers can be easily installed, and they come in a wide variety of colors and designs.
- Furniture
When it comes to buying furniture for a new home, you should gather pieces that complement each other. Choose specific pieces of furniture like sofas, chairs, tables, and beds. It is important that you take into consideration the quality and aesthetics of each piece of furniture. You can always buy or have your furniture designed to your taste. Meanwhile, for visual and literal comfort, choose to add a rug. The rug should extend about halfway or fully under the furniture at its edges.
- Lighting
We suggest you also spend time choosing quality lighting for visual impact. This addition will give your new home a custom and beautiful look. The two most important rooms to light well are the kitchen and the bathroom. Work with a professional to do your lighting correctly. The number, location, intensity, and color of the lights are all important. Also, from time to time, you may need to let sunshine in. Both natural and artificial lighting can make a big impact on your decorations.
- Curtains
With curtains, you can keep prying eyes out and let natural light in. When put together correctly, they can enhance the ambiance of a room and improve the design. There are varieties of curtains to suit every pocket, comfort, and taste. Choose what suits you.
- Accessorize
Add accessories and art to finish off. With art, be free to explore based on your style. Try artworks, candles, books, boxes, or flowers to give a perfect finish. Accessories can also be used for functional needs. Things like throw pillows, magazine rack, ottoman, and fancy baskets can all serve dual purposes (functional and aesthetics). It is allowed for art to stand out and make an impression.
Finally
Decorating should be fun. By starting out with a plan, and taking one step at a time, it could become a worthwhile experience. Note, everything doesn’t have to be new. Using items considered “oldie but goodie” can make your space feel more homely. Buy quality where it matters.
If all else fails, you can always outsource the decoration of your new home to experts – Interior Decorators.
