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You might think you need an unlimited budget or the help of a designer to get a designer look in your home, but you don’t (at least not all the time). While some things will require a bigger budget, there are other ways to get a stylish space for less, just by following some simple tips and tricks of the trade.
Think big
You add drama and designer style to a room simply by adding one large piece to it. Not only does a large piece draw the eye, it anchors the room and creates a bit of sophistication to the space. Adding something like an oversized armoire, chair or accessory should do the trick.
Create flow
Flow isn’t just something easy to achieve with an open floor plan. Believe it or not, creating flow from room to room, in an entire house, is easier than you might think. All you really need to do is find a color you love and use it in each room. It doesn’t matter if it’s used in a big way or a small way simply having that color scattered throughout will lead the eye and create a sense of flow.
Mix styles
In this case, we’re referring to mixing high and low styles, rather than actual design styles. This means that not everything has to, or should, have a high price tag attached to it. Placing higher-cost items sparingly through the house will make those lower-priced items appear high-end even if they really aren’t.
Focus on texture
Texture creates interest and adds a whole other dimension to your home’s decor. If your home has natural elements, show them off! A natural element for example, would be something such as an exposed wall made of stone, brick or wood. It could even be a distinct type of flooring that came with the house. It may need a little facelift, but something unique like this tells a lot about the history of the home and is worth keeping part of the design.
Add interesting, unique accents and finishes
Interesting and unique pieces aren’t usually those that are mass produced for generic stores. Ethnic pieces are always conversation starters, whether you or someone else did the traveling. Books are also nice decorating touches. Instead of keeping them tucked up on a shelf add them to tabletops or window sills for texture and color. Hit up flea markets or antique stores for great bargains on other unique pieces to complete the room. When it comes to finishes lean toward something organic. Bamboo flooring or sisal rugs are good examples.
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