Decorating your home is a fun time to be able to show off your style and make a place you love. However, you can make mistakes which can ruin your homes’ aesthetic and functionality. To assist you in going as smooth as possible, here are some must do’s and don’ts for home decor:
Do’s
- Do Plan Before You Begin
Take time to plan before you buy furniture or decor. Decide on a color scheme, figure out the layout, measure your space. This means that your selections will be cohesive and in conjunction with the rest of your home.
- Do Invest in Quality Basics
Invest wisely in the big pieces of your home, like sofas, beds, dining tables. These items get used and worn and should be long lasting and timeless. Your design style can be anything, but a good foundation is always quality basics.
- Do Layer Your Lighting
Mood and functionality are set off with lighting. Use a combination of overhead light, task light and ambient light in each room to balance and give appeal to the room.
- They Should Include Good Personal Touches
Your house should really show the proof of how life in it is so special to you. Add family photos, travel souvenirs or art that means something to you. Personal touches mean you can make your space unique and welcoming.
- Do Use Rugs to Define Spaces
Homeowners love rugs because they can ‘anchor’ the room and define a particular area – particularly in open floor plans. Make sure the rug is the right size—a rug that’s too small may cause a room to feel disjointed. Furniture should ideally sit partially or fully on the rug.
- Do Play with Textures
Use various materials and textures when combining them to your decorations for an added depth and complete interest. Use hardwood or sheet metal to mix soft fabrics such as velvet.
- Consider Scale and Proportion, They Matter.
Make sure your furniture and decor can fit your room’s sizing. In a small space, oversized furniture can swallow up the horizon; in a large room, tiny pieces won’t even be found.
Don’ts
- Don’t Overcrowd Your Space
Don’t stuff your entire home full of furniture and decor. A balanced look with no kind of clutter means creating space, that is also negative space is required. If there is one thing I’ve learned about home decor, it’s that sometimes, less is more.
- Don’t Match Everything
It’s nice to tie in with your decor but don’t be too matchy matchy. You mix colors, textures and styles.
- Don’t Ignore Functionality
Aesthetics are great but not at the expense of function. Pick furniture and decor that look good and play nice with your utilitarian purposes. For instance, pick from storage solutions that really help and are attractive, at the same time.
- Don’t push all of the furniture against the walls
When it comes to having a room feel more intimate and conversational, pulling furniture away from the walls can actually work against what you desire. Furniture arrangements floating or planimetrically are usually more inviting.
- Don’t Forget About Lighting
Even the best of decor can be softened by poor lighting. Use multiple light sources and pick bulbs with correct colour temperatures for every space to make sure your rooms are well lit.
- Don’t Follow Trends Blindly
Trends, trends fade and come and go, so don’t go assuming your entire decor needs to follow what’s hot to the moment. So, go for things you know you will like, using elements that will go the distance and sync with your personal style.
- Don’t Neglect Wall Space
Rooms with blank walls lack finishing. Create interest with artwork, shelves, mirrors, etc., or wallpaper. Don’t go overboard; a single well placed piece can say more than a cluttered wall.
Additional Tips for Success
Create a Focal Point: In each room there should be a point on which the room focuses to better align spaces, whether its a fireplace, a piece of statement furniture or a big item of art. Create cohesive look around this element.
Experiment with Color: Don’t be afraid to use color, though always balance these bold choices with neutral tones to take away from the boldness of the piece.
Test Before You Commit: Test samples in your space and prior making any final decisions, whether it is about paint, wallpaper, or large furniture. Things can look very different based on lighting and surroundings.
Conclusion
Trying to decorate your home theme can be a rewarding process, and following our do’s and don’ts can help you to steer clear of some of these common pitfalls. Thoughtfully planned and incorporating personal touches with a balance of aesthetics and functionality you can create a space that is both beautiful and comfortable with it. And if ever there was a place your personality could show, remember your home is you.