5 Simple Ways to Use Décor to Give Your New Home a Personal Touch


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Whether you’re buying your first home or moving on from your starter house, purchasing a house can be one of the most exciting events in your life. Figuring out how to decorate your new house to make it your home can also be overwhelming. But don’t fret, there are many things you can do to make the process run smoothly.

You want your home to reflect your style and make you feel comfortable. Before you begin splashing paint all over your walls or bringing home 1,000 paint swatches, take time to consider what you value in your home. Is it cosiness? Or maybe lighting? Brainstorm your ideas on paper then reference this from time to time when making decorating decisions.

When someone walks into your home, you want them to get a sense of who you are. Our list will help you narrow down and focus on the most impactful ways to bring your style to your home décor.

  1.    Colour Can Bring New Life to a Home

 

Colour is the first thing guests notice when they walk into your home. Decide what colours reflect the mood you want to set for the room. Or choose colours that are conducive for the purpose of the room.

When it comes to color, you can always keep your furniture neutral and experiment with paint, curtains, or accent pillows. The best thing about paint is you can always freshen it up or change it with a couple coats of a new hue!

If you’re having trouble figuring out what colour creates the mood you’re aiming for, you can always use a guide to help you.

Here are some basic colour effects:

  •        Red: excitement, hunger
  •        Orange: warmth, energy
  •        Yellow: brightness, attention-grabbing
  •        Green: healing, peacefulness, earthiness
  •        Blue: calmness, concentration, serenity
  •        Violet: relaxation, creativity
  •        Pink: softness, kindness
  •        Brown: cosiness, stability
  •        White: cleanliness, modernity
  1.     Display Your Family Heirlooms

Dust off that real oak sideboard and find the perfect spot to display it for your guests. One of the biggest trends in 2019 home decorating is to create an eclectic style with vintage pieces. If you’ve been gifted hand-me-down furniture or smaller pieces like Grandpa’s engraved pocket knife, display them.

If you have a piece of furniture that needs a little love, take the time to sand it and re-stain it. New knobs can give a tired dresser a quick and easy facelift.

3. Display Art That Brings You Joy

Hang art that has an emotional or thought-provoking impact. When choosing art to hang in your new home, think about colour, size, and composition.

Artwork can help create balance. When hanging a painting above a piece of furniture, it should be less than three-quarters of the width of the furniture or two-thirds of the wall.

Don’t be afraid to create a sense of contrast with your art. And gallery walls are a great way to make a big statement and display multiple pieces that you cherish.

  1.     Photos Aren’t Just for Facebook: Hang Pictures of Your Favorite Memories

One of the easiest ways to bring a sense of what you love to your home is by hanging meaningful photos. Look through those thousands of pictures on your phone and choose some that create happiness or bring you back to a special moment.

After you decide which photos you want to display, have them printed. There are many options beyond the traditional photo frame for displaying pictures that can add interest to your home décor. Have your pictures printed on acrylic, bamboo, or birch to elevate your interior design.

  1.     Make Room for Your Hobbies

 

If you play the saxophone or are an avid bookworm, don’t hide your hobby. By incorporating your hobby as part of your home, you may find yourself creating and sharing more often.

Try keeping your pet projects on display in your living room. If you just completed a puzzle, glue it and hang it. By using your hobbies as interest pieces, your home décor will cycle and create a fresh atmosphere for guests.

 

Once your interior feels complete, get your garden ready for some springtime fun with 5 Garden Ideas for Spring.

Remember your home should reflect what you care about and bring you happiness.  As you grow into your home, don’t be afraid to change your décor and you create memories in your brand-new abode.

 


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