Upgrading your interiors, whether one room or your entire home, can feel overwhelming. There are so many choices, and it can be daunting to even get started. Here are a few expert tips to help you along the way!
1. Devise a plan before you do anything
Before decorating or designing any space you must first understand your space. Determine size, consider layouts, styles and any architectural details of your space. Don’t forget to assess how you need the space to function for you and your needs.
2. Layer your lighting
To create ambiance and beauty to your space add multiple types of lighting. Ambient lighting helps to set the mood, accent lighting creates depth and visual interest. And of course, you need task lighting but, we recommend putting these types of lights on dimmers.
3. Picking paint colors
Keep your color scheme cohesive from room to room. All colors should complement one another throughout the house even if they are in a different room. Always try colors on the wall as paint looks different in every room due to location and amount of natural light.
4. Mixing design styles
Mixing different design styles adds interest and character to your space. You can even mix elements from different time periods. Mixing vintage with contemporary adds an eclectic mix that adds personality. Use family heirlooms, antiques, modern furniture and anything you love.
5. Play with patterns
Incorporating patterns and textiles adds personality and interest. Mix and match different patterns with rugs, draperies, pillows and upholstery. Just be sure to stick to complementary colors. The right mix will add a visual interest to your room that is sure to wow!
6. Layering and adding texture
Add depth and dimension to your design by incorporating different textures. Mix elements like metals with wood, cozy fur blankets with vintage wool rugs, and soft upholstery and mixed with wood.
7. Personalize your space
Infuse your own personality into your space. Family photos, artwork that tells a story even items bought while traveling all tell the story of your life. Reflecting your own personal style will make the space feel special to you and will be interesting to guests.
8. Incorporate what you love
Interior design is subjective and what matters most is that you create a space that feels comfortable to you and one that you love to be in. Don’t just follow trends, make your space your own!
9. Transform with visual interest
Add a new paint color, wallpaper or millwork on the walls. Experiment with colors and patterns. This is an easy and relatively inexpensive way to make a big impact.
10. Invest in Quality Furnishings
Invest in quality on the important pieces. Pieces that matter are sofas, chairs, accent furniture, flooring, lighting, even window treatments. These items will anchor the space and be timeless if you pay attention to quality. Accessories like pillows, blankets and trinkets can be added in at a lower price point if you plan to change them out more frequently.
Thank you to Andrea Romeo, of Romeo + Baglio Design for providing these helpful interior design tips!
About Romeo + Baglio
Romeo + Baglio Design is a boutique design firm offering both residential and commercial interior design services, based in Fairfield County, CT and Charleston, SC. We are client-centered and recognize each client is unique. The Romeo + Baglio experience is tailored to you and to your needs. We specialize in fixtures, artwork, custom furnishings, and displays that bring a unique and creative look to your residential or commercial space.
