Friday, 23 September 2011

5 Simple Design Tips


Everyone wants to feel comfortable in their home, so here are a few tips to help you make your home stylish while maintaining that level of comfort that belongs in a home:


1.     Colour: The colour scheme is a very important part of the whole design. You need to choose colours that reflect the vibe that you want in your home.  Bright colours give off a more fun vibe, while lighter, more pastel colours give off a quiet, relaxing vibe. Choose your colour palette that corresponds to the vibe that you want to give off. In order to get a better night sleep, it is best to use light, relaxing paint colours. Neutral colours as well as pastels work best. 

2.     Flooring: Choosing the right flooring is also very important. It can tie a whole house together. Try not to switch types of flooring too many times throughout your home. If you stick with a common material (hardwood, carpet, tile, etc.), it will look more sleek and stylish. Keep in mind that the colour of the flooring will affect the brightness of the room. A dark hardwood will make the room look darker whereas a light hardwood will brighten up the room. Also, remember to choose flooring that is functional, not just fashionable. Don’t get really expensive flooring for a high traffic area that will most likely get ruined.

3.     Walls: Choosing the perfect wall décor can be a challenge, whether it is paint colour, wallpaper, or artwork.  You want artwork that will represent your personality and also ties into the overall design of the room.  The wall décor will help add to the whole environment.

4.     Kitchen: The kitchen is the busiest room in your house. The design of this room is very important. It must be functional above all things. But that doesn’t mean that it can’t be fashionable. When choosing cabinets and countertops, make sure the colours go together. Most people spend a significant amount of time in their kitchen so you want to make sure that the design of it is functional. The most time and effort should be spent on this room because a great kitchen will also add value to your home.

5.     Bathroom: Bathrooms are also important because along with the main functions of a bathroom, you need to make sure that you have storage. You should keep the design clean and sleek in the bathroom. This will make it more functional and easier to clean while still being stylish.

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