Whether you live in a busy family house or a compact studio flat, less space doesn’t have to mean less style! It is possible to work with the smallest rooms to create a home that’s truly unique, and you don’t have to compromise on comfort either. Here are 9 clever ways to make a big impact with a small space: Pattern is a fun way to liven up a dull room, inject your own personality into your home - or project the style you want, like folky Bohemian or Art Deco. With prints to suit every taste, from chic geometric shapes to rustic checks and pretty florals, pattern will make your home unique. But using pattern can be tricky – unless you get it just right, the effect will be chaotic, not coordinated! The good news is you can create stunning results with pattern if you know some basic rules. Read on to learn how to introduce your favourite prints into your home. Would you love to give your home a fresh new look? The décor that once made your home feel cosy over winter can seem drab in the bright sunshine. But the good news? You can refresh your home for summer in no time, and it doesn’t have to cost the earth, either. I’ll show you 7 simple ways to transform your home into a bright, airy space that’s a joy to live in: Have you ever walked into a room where everything just ‘works’ perfectly? Sometimes the room has obvious highlights like a lovely piece of furniture. But sometimes what makes the room special is more subtle: the layout, the colours, the details… it’s all oh-so-flawless. And you wonder: how’s it done? You’re about to find out! I’ll share some interior designer’s best-kept secrets so you can create that wow factor in your own home. Imagine this: you’ve decided to revive your tired room with fresh décor. You choose your favourite colours and patterns, gorgeous furniture. You arrange the finishing touches. And… …the room doesn’t look how you’d hoped, and it’s not long before you find yourself wanting to decorate again! If this sounds familiar, this post is for you. Answer these 5 questions at the start of your project for a beautiful new space you’ll be happy with for years to come. Nothing is more effective for transforming a room than changing its colour. A coat of paint, fresh soft furnishings, and your space has a new lease of life. When you want a change, it’s tempting to run to the store, grab your favourite colours and get painting! But it’s worthwhile taking the time to select your palette first. Colour has the power to reflect your personality and affect the mood of everyone who sees it. While a bad colour scheme can lead to eye-watering results, a good one can look spectacular. Follow these steps for a perfectly coordinated room. Just like the clothes you wear, the decor in your home can be an expression of your personality. But with overwhelming choice in stores and the media, it’s difficult to decipher what interior design style suits you best. To help you define your style, I’ve compiled a rundown of the most influential decor styles and how to create them in your own home. Enjoy! |