First
Things To Consider When Decorating A Room
Decorating
your first space or freshening an outdated decor can be as daunting as it is
exciting, but keeping it simple from the beginning will help you enjoy the
process more when it is complete. If you are wondering where to begin, here are
five key considerations before you decorate a room.
1. Space With Purpose
Considering
the primary use of the space is important to help guide your choices for
function, comfort and form. Are people or things more important in this space?
For example, will you alone be using the space or family and friends too? Is it
to be used as office, dining, den or bedroom space? Does it need to do double
duty as fitness or hobby space?
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Lots
of people simultaneously engaging in different interests may benefit from
greater open wall space to create a more spacious feel amid the ample seating
and surfaces you undoubtedly will need.
You
may wish to minimize furniture if this needs to be a quiet space perhaps for
reading, sleeping or concentrating. Instead, lavish layers of textures to
enhance soundproofing. Natural lighting will soften ambiance.
2. Size and Shape
Measure
and study the size, shape and layout of the room. Diagram a simple outline on
graph paper, carefully noting anything that breaks up walls, such as closets,
doors, windows, light switches, outlets and thermostats. Enter your
measurements on the graph, make a few copies, and use them to try different
arrangements for furniture and to shop for necessary purchases.
Notice
how much of other rooms can be seen from inside this one and how much of it is
visible from outside the space so you an make sure it flows with the other
spaces. Whatever its purpose and your style, measuring and knowing what will
fit where will spare you disappointments from having to return or be stuck with
ill-fitting furnishings and coverings.
3. Color is King
Paint
makes big splashes of impact without drowning your dollars. Use the same
background color for mixed textures. Check that hues in the flooring, rugs,
walls, and draperies are compatible. If you do not have an eye for detecting
hues ask a do-it-yourself flooring or wallpaper expert to show you samples of
flooring side-by-side with paint, wallpaper, rugs, and draperies to compare
nuances of color. Start with 3 classic colors, and gradually introduce bold
adventure as your tastes evolve.
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4. Points of Interest
Every
room has that one detail that is nearly impossible to miss. Fireplaces,
skylights, picture windows, built-in bookcases, or perhaps a unique piece of
furniture or art are common focal points people notice. Build a central theme
around the focal point with details that don't swallow it. Picture the space
decorated during holidays or special occasions when room gets tight around a
Christmas tree or social activity.
5. Guard Your Space
Do
consider offers of hand-me-down furniture you could re-purpose or refresh with
fresh paint, stain, fabric or trim. Do not, however, let anyone talk their
newly un-hoarded pieces into your space. The ensuing overcrowding will weigh on
your spirit as heavily as pounds weigh on your waistline when you haven't the
heart to refuse homemade treats.
Budget Space Like You Budget Money
Funds
determine your range of options and influence your choices but costs need not
be prohibitive. Don't stray too far from your budget, though, so you can get
closer to your decorating dream. Closely followed, a decorating plan frees up
funds to save for rainy days and new decorating projects.
Jessica Kane is a
professional writer who has an interest in interior design and home decor. She
currently writes for ECOS Paints, a leading vendor of
superior, durable and eco-friendly paints.
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