A cheap, fun way to brighten any room is to repaint and decorate clay flower pots and then use them as planters for real and plastic plants. You can also get your kids to paint their own pots that they can use in their bedroom for toys or stuffed animals.
When picking out which colors or fabrics you will be using, take whatever amount of time you need. If you live in your house for a long time, you will want a color scheme that you are comfortable with.
Resist the temptation to follow current design trends. The danger in following trends is that it may no longer be in style in the near future. Your best bet is to apply sound design principles and classic elements that can withstand the test of time.
A good way to give your home a polished look it to make all the flooring on one level the same. Keep rooms and floors cohesive by using the same flooring in every room, if you can. If you really want to change thing up, make sure to choose complimenting flooring that doesn't seem jarring against your other flooring choices. It will help your rooms flow together, as well as maximizing the appearance of your space.
Ensure that bathrooms and kitchens have sufficient lighting. These rooms, in particular, have a tendency to be on the smaller side. Bad lighting only exacerbates this problem. It is always a smart idea to ensure a room has plenty of good lighting. Appropriate lighting will brighten the room up in both looks and size.
If you want to design a small room, you need to plan ahead. You have to take your space into account first. Try to find multi-functional furniture to make a small space seem larger. Add sufficient lighting around the furniture to make the room feel even bigger.
As you are working to decorate your rooms, think in threes. Especially when hanging things on walls, the general rule of "three" is a great designing strategy. You can insert these three items in rows, or you can stagger them. It doesn't matter the way you decide to do it. This rule typically works like a charm.
It is okay to be a bit selfish in your interior design. While you want something that looks nice for company, remember that you're the one living there. If ornate pillows are your style or you want to recreate your favorite hotel design, then go for it. If you outgrow it, don't worry. You can change it up again at any time.
You have now taken a glimpse into interior design and all it has to offer. When you take the time to educate yourself, you'll be equipped to tackle all sorts of design challenges! Create a special home for your family.
