Design DIY

Do you want to redesign your home but don’t have the money to do it? Well, why not pick up a hammer and start your own “Do It Yourself” project?

Here are a few little tips that will help you with your DIY projects:

1.     Living Room: If your furniture is still in good shape and doesn’t need replacing, use a slip cover or get your couches and chairs reupholstered for a whole new look. Just by changing the colour and pattern of your furniture, your living room could look like a whole new room. You can also make new drapes by purchasing fabric and sewing them yourself. 

2.     Kitchen: Your kitchen should be all about style and function. A great layout is the key to a great kitchen.  The main parts of a kitchen are the sink, stove, and fridge. You should start by placing those three key pieces into the right place. They must all be easily accessible.  Once you have done that, you can change up the wall colours and lighting.  New light fixtures give the room that subtle change that you have been looking for.

3.     Bathroom: Bathrooms are now being designed to be luxurious and relaxing environments. They are no longer seen as just a basic utility. In order to create a luxurious bathroom, try adding rich tiles and dramatic lighting.  

4.     Bedroom: This is the most important room for YOU! The bedroom must be a place where you can go when you get home from a long day at work and just be able to relax. It is very important that you choose a light, relaxing wall colour; something that will help you sleep easily.  When designing your bedroom, focus on your personal style.  Use your favourite colour as the dominant colour. Add some personal items to your room. Place pictures of your family and friends around your room. Maybe even dedicate a whole shelf or wall to things that you are into.

5.     Basement: You must first decide what the main purpose for your basement is going to be. If you decide to make it a games room or home theater for example, decorate your room accordingly.  Remember to keep the room well ventilated because basements tend to get cramped.