If you’ve recently moved house, you’re probably itching to get the decorators in and start to make it your own. Well, before you proceed any further, why not check-out the following interior design tips and decorating ideas? It’s designed to inspire you and get those creative juices flowing. So, if you’re not sure exactly what you want, or even if you are, read our guide, and you may just stumble across a gem of a new idea.
1. English Country Home
This isn’t easy to pull off in an average American home. But if you’re lucky enough to live in a historical house that boasts a lot of characterful features, this may the style of design for you. It’s all about making those features the focal point. So, if your house has a blocked up original fireplace, then why not consider restoring it? You can then make that the focal design feature of the house. Decorate with paintings by famous British artists, and fill antique bookshelves with English literature. Whether it’s the den or your bedroom that you’re decorating, you want to give it an overall feeling of coziness. So, add a few vintage throws and embroidered cushions to give it that sense of English charm. If you really want to add a touch of authenticity, visiting the website about Austin & Wyatt estate agents will provide you with plenty more ideas and inspiration.
2. Minimalist
This suggestion is for people who are too busy to worry about cleaning dust-collecting ornaments and unnecessary furniture. So, if this sounds like you then a minimalist design would be a wise style to choose. To successfully achieve this look is all about creating sleek and straight lines, and drawing attention to a few key items of furniture. Decorating with silver paint, and metallic furnishings will bring the entire look up-to-date. This will give it that all-important sophisticated and contemporary feel.
3. Feng Shui
If you really want to transform your house into your own personal haven, why not decorate it according to the ancient Chinese practice of feng shui? The theory behind feng shui is that by placing objects in certain positions, you are balancing out the energies in that space. It’s rather complex at its core, but you can still incorporate some of its simpler practices into your decor scheme. Start by clearing out all unnecessary clutter to create a blank canvas for you to work with. Most importantly, is that you’re always mindful of how you feel in different areas of your home. Do people visiting your home frequently talk about it having a ‘good vibe’? If they do, then this is a good indication that you’re already intuitively abiding by the rules of feng shui.
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However you decide to decorate, half of the fun is in the planning. How often in life do you get to call the shots and make all the decisions? So, spend as much time as you can to plan every last little detail. Because the more consideration you put into the planning process, inevitably means the better the finished product will be, come the end.
