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The urge for change is natural, and just as we crave a new haircut or a different style for our clothing, sometimes we would like to see our home change completely. Who hasn't had that happen to them? But if for a closet or look change is easy,for our home we tend to put it off. What almost always holds us back is the fear of embarking on heavy, time-consuming, expensive and inconvenient renovation and masonry work.
However, sometimes splendid results can be achieved by resorting to less drastic and more satisfying methods. A house can change its appearance a million times, it is up to you to decide what you are willing to do to renovate, and many of the suggestions I will give below are things you can do yourself.
How? I will explain with 4 possible steps, from the simplest to the most radical.
1. Change your furniture accessories
This is by far the simplest solution, where your creativity will be the best ally: you can replace the fabrics and objects that decorate the house to your liking, creating a new style. It is a perfect solution for seasonal changes, when we want to make the house cooler for the warm weather, or on the contrary more cozy and collected for the winter. Replace the pillows, the slipcover if you use it, the curtains, in the bedroom change places for small objects and standing lamps or lampshades. Even the simple change of light bulbs can amaze you with the result it can give. I always recommend using warm lights, so if you already replace cold lights and use only warm light sources, the rooms will have a whole new look! In addition to these tips, if you are more skilled with handwork, also consider painting or reupholstering existing furniture. A coat of paint can completely transform the look of a dated piece of furniture, adding a modern touch or an unexpected color accent to your home. If you don't want to commit to a complete renovation, using decorative adhesive paper or fabric upholstery can be a versatile and cost-effective alternative to update the look of furniture without having to replace it.
Also, don't underestimate the power of plants and flowers to brighten up spaces. Adding indoor plants or fresh flowers can bring life and color Adding indoor plants or fresh flowers can bring life and color to your home, creating a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere. Choose plants suited to the lighting and humidity of various rooms and place them strategically to maximize the decorative effect. general environment.
2. Change the position of furniture
A real revolution, a lot of fun that always gives me satisfaction: for example, in the living room move the sofas or the dining table to get a new perspective. Turn the bed around! It is often thought that there is only one way you can position it, but that is almost never the case: also try to place it in the corner or even in the middle of a room. Have you always dreamed of a canopy bed? Make one anchored to the ceiling without having to change your bed frame! Moving furniture is not just a matter of renewing the look of your home; it can also improve the functionality of your space. Try thinking outside the box and adopt unusual solutions: why not put the sofa in the center of the room instead of against the wall, creating a cozy and inviting conversation area? Or, if you have an open space, consider dividing the living area from the dining area with a multifunctional piece of furniture or a decorative screen.
Use rugs not only to delineate areas, but also to add texture and color to your floors. A well-placed rug can act as a focal point and unite the elements of your decor harmoniously. Lastly, move paintings and prints with visual balance and harmony with the rest of your decor in mind. Try to create interesting compositions by grouping different works of art or photographs together, perhaps following a common theme or color. And don't forget that you don't need to spend a fortune to have impactful artwork: your personal photos, if creatively framed and carefully placed, can turn the walls of your home into a personal art gallery.
3. Change the color of the walls, in whole or in part
It is easy to put on and also easy to take off, and with paint you can with little effort create colorful areas or focal points with just the use of a brush and a can of wall paint. Remember that a totally white house can be unrecognizable if you give it a color tone. My suggestion is to play on different shades of the same color to avoid a monotonous effect that especially on colors can easily tire. At the same time, remember that in my experience on many houses built for my clients, a bold but well-done design tires much less than one that relies entirely on neutrality. The only recommendation is to do color tests and evaluate them in each light: day and night. If you are uncertain about which color to choose, consider applying paint samples to small areas of the walls and observing them under different lighting conditions during the day and night. This will allow you to better evaluate the impact of the color and avoid any disappointment once you have painted the entire room.
Also, don't be afraid to experiment with bold or unusual colors, especially in less formal spaces such as utility rooms or bedrooms. Color can radically transform the atmosphere of a room, creating a space that reflects your unique personality and style.
4. Change the purpose of rooms
Apart from the kitchen and bathrooms, which require major masonry work, the other rooms in the house can with a little imagination find new destinations. The bedroom could become a dining room, and a study can turn into a bedroom! The dining room adjacent to the kitchen can turn into a comfortable living room, and so on.
But don't stop there: you can also think more radically and reconsider the traditional use of rooms. Why limit yourself to one function per room? A large open room can become a multifunctional area, combining elements of living, study, and entertainment. Dividing a space into distinct zones My advice is to think of your home as a chessboard and nothing is final. You can always experiment with a new set-up for a period and if you are not satisfied go back to the previous one or try yet another one! Remember that change can be exhausting, but it can also be really restorative at the same time. Be open to the possibilities and let your creativity guide you to transform your home into a space that truly reflects who you are and how you live.