You want to redo your home - but you know you just can't afford to splurge now. And yet you can't seem to get rid of the itch for a new look. Well, put away your purse, and bring out your creativity. It works just as well - sometimes it works even better! So take a deep breath and get started.
What are the ways we can create a new look - without dipping into our bank balances? Take a look - a new look.
Re-arrange your furniture. You'll be amazed at the difference it can make to your room. Move around a few pieces - put them in different places, at different angles. If you're not happy, move them around till you're satisfied with the result.
Introduce indoor plants into your home. You can have a few strategically placed plants or a veritable tropical paradise! Plants change the very feel of your home. They make it look vibrant and alive.
If you do have a good view - keep your windows wide open and bring in the outdoors. If the view depresses you - put a few plants on your window and leave it at that. Or go in for some cheerful curtains. Block out the dreary and the depressing.
Use your scarves, dupattas and shawls creatively. You can drape a colourful shawl over your staid sofa - and watch it come to life! Dupattas can be twisted or braided together and hung artistically here and there. Eastern prints can add a very ethnic look to your house.
Attractively framed full-length mirrors can add the illusion of extra light and space. Use them effectively.
Personalise your room. Add your very own touch to it. Place a few pictures of your memorable moments, your favourite places - or even a list of the things you aspire to do. You room doesn't need to look spic and span - it needs to be warm and welcoming.
Scent your room well. Not with overpowering perfume - but a fresh scent. Smells of stale food, chemical disinfectants, over ripe fruits or stale cigarettes must be attended to and done away with at once.
No comments:
Post a Comment