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Interior design can be an expensive business. The stores can make everything look so beautiful that you just have to have it all. But this is where the budget you have can go out of the window, and you end up spending more that you want to. So I thought it would be a good idea to share with you some tips on how you can get your home to look chic, without breaking the budget.
Plan ahead
Planning is one of the essential parts of getting your interior design right. Some people can just rush right ahead and make purchases without thinking it through. What they then find is what they have bought doesn’t necessarily work with what they had in mind for the room. Which can mean you end up spending more. This is the perfect chance to sit yourself down and get a notebook to make some plans. Workout how you want each room to work for you and jot down some ideas on how you want to create it. This will make you think wisely on any purchases you have to make. But it will also offer you the chance to build some things yourself by seeking out tutorials or asking friends for help.
Personal touches will make your home unique
Adding personal touches to the interior design of your room will give your home the unique edge. No one else will have that picture or memory to add to the room. This is where you can get super creative with how you display photographs and other little trinkets that mean something to you. There are some wonderful shelving ideas on websites like Pinterest and also fun ways to show off photos. You could consider a photo montage feature wall. This could be a great talking point for the room with little need to do much else.
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Put your DIY skills to good use
You will always be able to save more money by creating things yourself instead of purchasing. So seek out the inspiration and workout how you can re-create it. This will be a lot of fun to do but will also save you a chunk of money on purchases. If you aren’t that great at DIY, start off simple and build your skill level up. There are plenty of videos and tutorials online with step by step guides for things.
Lighting can transform a room
The way you light a room can make a big difference to how it is perceived. A light and airy room will make your space appear larger than it is. If you struggle with smaller rooms that are a little darker, then consider strategic lighting. By using things like Amonson pendant lighting can create a real ambience. Work out the best lighting techniques for your home and then implement them. It’s the design that speaks volumes but doesn’t have to cost too much.
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Style your soft furnishings
Finally styling your soft furnishings will be an excellent way to make your room appear designed without breaking the bank. The positioning of cushions and throws strategically can set the tone for a room. You don’t need to buy too many soft furnishings, but just by placing them in a different way you will create a perfectly designed living space.