Whether you’re settling into a new home or just looking for quick and easy ways to give your own house a bit of a lift there are some quick and easy things you can do to give it a fresh look.
From plants and soft furnishings to just thinking a little bit differently it’s time to give your house a much-needed, but inexpensive makeover.
Here’s our top tips for how you can make a difference:
1. Plants and flowers
It seems so simple but outside and inside the home can be transformed significantly by the placement of flowers and plants. You are literally breathing life into your home, and it smells great too.
2. Soft furnishings
For many people lack of finance or time can mean those plain magnolia walls are there to stay. But that doesn’t mean the whole room has to be bland. Inject colour, style, textures and personality into every room with well placed rugs, cushions, throws and curtains.
3. Get the light right
With so many cheap lighting solutions on the market, sometimes a few changes to your lighting can make massive differences. From wall lights and alternative bulbs and lampshades to LED lighting strips and funky lamps you’ll be amazed how the mood and style of a room can change with the flick of a switch or two.
4. The right furniture
Whether it’s old, tatty, weathered and worn or upcycled, second hand or brand new. Bring your personality into the home through key pieces of furniture that make you feel comfortable and at ease.
5. Storage
The world has gone storage mad since a certain Swedish retailer came to the UK and most high street stores and independent retailers are following the trend. Use this to your advantage by finding unique, interesting and functional storage which can add character to a room whilst offering a practical use.
6. On display
Gone are the days when having good quality art and ornaments were the possessions of the wealthy. With so many fantastic artisan makers around you could find something unique, personal and artistic that sets your home apart from the one next door. Don’t forget, you can have art and ornaments outside too…
7. Think differently
When we view properties we very often have an image of how a room should look put in our head by the brochure, or maybe you’ve just been there so long you can’t imagine a room differently. Sometimes stepping back and using rooms differently or placing furniture in ways you wouldn’t normally can really add some spark. Why does that room have to be the living room? Maybe another room has a nicer shape or better light.
