There are plenty of different things you can do to your home to make it look better and more modern. In an ideal world, you could hire a professional designer to revamp your home so that it is more modern and more stylish. However, this is not the case. You are likely held back by things like time and money. Fortunately, there are lots of things you can do that won’t break the bank and that shouldn’t take too long to do that will add a sense of style and sophistication to your home.
Gutter guards
Gutter guards are not immediately aesthetically enhancing however, the best gutter guards can improve your home’s look. A gutter guard will stop any obstacles from blocking your gutter and thus prevent you from getting damp and from making your home look untidy. You need to think about the different kinds of gutter guards out there and make sure that you get one that suits your home and the style that you are going for. Depending on how much rainfall you get and what kind of obstructions you usually face in your gutters. These are cheap to install and can make a massive difference.
Mix up your textiles
Whether you own a sofa, throw pillows, or drapes, if they are all made of the same fabric then they will likely make your home feel flat and one-dimensional. You should try and swap out your bland and monochrome throw pillows for a mix of textures, colors, and sizes to add more to your living spaces. Even if you are against any wild color choices, you can make a massive difference by using slight variations in your neutral colors. Colors like dusty orange, light mustard, or pale green can all be used effectively to change your rooms.
Using flowers and plants
You don’t need to spend massive amounts on arrangements to add a sense of luxury and sophistication to your home. A simple bouquet from a local store can add a new sense of style to your room. It is more about how you arrange your flowers and the vase that you put them in. You should separate the bouquet by stem type and create a few smaller arrangements spread around your home. This will not spend all of your money but can make a huge impact on your home. You can even cut plants from trees and plants outside just to add a little bit of the outside, inside.
Changing up your hardware
An easy and cheap way to improve your home through accessories is to change out your hardware in the kitchen. You can swap out your kitchen cabinets, and worktops as well as in the bathroom and bedroom. You should try and have a matching theme throughout the rooms that will tie everything in the house together. Look at more modern and chic styles to elevate your rooms for a minimal amount of cost.
Add a fresh coat of paint
Nothing spruces up a room like a fresh coat of paint. You can think about lots of different styles and colors to create a perfectly hued wall. It is also something that does not take a lot of time and only costs you the price of the paint. You can even paint any cabinets that you have that are looking a little worse for wear. You can think about painting entire rooms or creating feature walls to create a distinct pattern in your room. Again, you should think about trying to tie the colors into a theme. You can think about summer or autumnal colors that carry over.
Make the most of your curtains
Many of the most expensive and sophisticated homes have very high ceilings and large windows that allow for the rooms to be flooded with light from outside. However, you don’t need to have the largest room or house to do the same. You can fool the eyes by hanging your drapes and curtains as high as possible against the window frame and up to the ceiling. It automatically draws the eye up and gives the impression that the space is larger than it is. You can even use sheer curtains to soften any light that comes in and make the room feel warm and cozy.
Using art
Artwork is something that many people accumulate over the years but don’t know what to do with it. You can try and hang up the pieces that you like and try and change the ones that don’t fit your style by using craft supplies. A cheap can of spray paint can change old frames and allow you to get a little bit more creative.
Rugs
These can often feel like an afterthought, but nothing brings a room together like a statement rug. It lays the foundation of the room and allows you to begin staging the rest of the room. You should think about what kind of rug you want. A rug adds much-needed warmth and texture to the room, and you can match it with the furniture that is going to surround it. You will find that adding a rug on top of carpeting will help define different areas in the room and can add that sense of sophistication.
Using tiles
You can modernize your kitchen or bathroom with eye-catching and modern tile designs. These can be particularly handy if you have a large area to cover. They are also quite cheap if you opt for the affordable subway tiles. If you have a little more cash to splurge, then you can go for handmade tiles for a custom and unique look. You should experiment with different tile layouts to see what best fits in with your style.
Accessories for your home
When you move into a home, one of the best things you can do is to put your mark on it. However, this can be expensive. Make sure to prioritize what you need to achieve first and then begin tackling the other tasks. Not everything has to be done at once.
