Opt for a Neutral Base
To incorporate a high-end look in your home, keep the backdrop or base objects neutral-hued. Opt for white, off-white, beige, taupe, and grey colors as wall treatments, veneers, furniture, and flooring. The essence of bright or pop-up colors and patterns can be brought in via textiles and accessories.
The same will allow you to invest in quality pieces, as it is easy to replace accent cushions, throws, or rugs, instead of repainting walls or buying new furniture pieces every couple of years.
For instance, if your existing couch or seating is not what you call fancy, but you don’t wish to splurge on a new one, then consider these smart choices:
- Get it reupholstered.
- Buy a lovely slipcover.
- Cover the couch with a textured throw or blanket.
Style With Mouldings
Adding mouldings is one of the easiest ways to make your home look expensive and one-of-a-kind. Before deciding upon the style or placement, ensure to consider the style or vibe of the space first. Also, take into account the existing objects like furniture, lights, and other decor items.
Ornate, intricate mouldings will make a fine addition to classic, traditional style spaces, whereas sleek or streamlined mouldings make an apt addition to modern, contemporary style spaces. If you can’t decide what type of moulding to use, observe the casings around windows and doors. Whether simple or ornate, they can guide you on the suitable style of moulding for your home.
Remember, mouldings or trim work should blend in organically with the design and decor of the space. They should be well-proportioned with the size and shape of elements like windows, doors, and ceiling height.
Add Wall Treatments
Similar to adding mouldings, adding architectural interest to your walls can make a huge difference to the look and feel of a room. Something as simple as adding laminate, beadboard, or designer veneer can elevate a space from plain to intriguing.
Walls can be made interesting and dimensional with shiplap, wood slat walls, beadboard, and louvers. Select a color or pattern that matches the overall color scheme of the room. An accent wall can be created with trendy wall claddings or planks.
Introduce eye-catching wall treatments to smaller areas like powder rooms or study areas to bring excitement to designated zones.
Upgrade the Hardware
When redoing the interiors is not an option, simply upgrade the hardware in your home to bring a new dimension to the space. Replacing faucets, cabinet hardware, and door knobs can upscale the look of the existing design.
Replace old door knobs, furniture knobs, light plates, curtain rods, plug covers, and more. Ensure the new hardware matches the overall look of the space. For example, Rajwadi door handles look apt for traditional-style doors. Updating hardware is not time-consuming and can take just a few hours to complete.
Go for Layered Lighting
Lighting is one of the most overlooked but essential design elements that can elevate the look of a space with just a button! Apart from natural lighting, ideally include three sources of light in a room:
- General lighting (pendant or overhead lights)
- Focus lighting (table or task lights)
- Ambient lighting (wall sconces, table lamps, candles)
Add an attractive pendant light or chandelier in a drawing room, dining zone, bedroom, or over a kitchen island. In the bedroom, hang wall sconces above the bedside tables to create a perfect ambiance. Use warm dimmers and light bulbs to create a cozy atmosphere. If using smart lights, connect motion sensors to the chosen lights.
Invest in Quality Soft Furnishings
Soft furnishings like textiles, upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, and rugs bring warmth and comfort to the space, enhancing its livability.
Consider the fabrics' composition, durability, and care. Soft furnishings like cushion covers, comforters, and duvets made with organic cotton or linen provide a rich, sophisticated look. Textiles are a great way to add drama and excitement to a space. For example, an old armchair can have a newfound look with an attractive throw cushion or throw.
Rugs help define an area and can elevate an entire room with their intriguing colors or patterns.
Hang Big Wall Art
Sprucing up the walls with beautiful wall art is common when doing interiors. To bring in a luxury factor, hang big wall art or, if space allows, place it on the floor.
Large artwork pieces attract attention and can be a focal point in a room. If the budget allows, invest in art crafted by artists. Connect with local art galleries for amazing offers. If on a thin budget, create DIY art or buy from art or decor-related websites.
Hang the artwork on an accent wall styled with veneer or laminate.
Spruce Up With Plants and Flowers
Indoor plants are a great way to bring color and richness to a home. House plants fill out empty areas or corners. When unsure about what to add to a particular space or surface, add interesting indoor plants.
Plants are an economical decor accessory with a priceless impact. They are available in various types and budgets. Choose plants that attract you and make a fantastic choice for your home. From air-purifying to low-maintenance plants, you can buy them online or from local nurseries.
Beautify plants with attractive planters to decorate your home. Fresh-cut flowers in a vase look pristine on a coffee or dining table.
Incorporate Scent
One reason fancy hotels or retreats feel special and luxurious is aroma and fragrances. To incorporate richness in your home, add aromatic candles and diffusers.
Place candles in attractive shapes and colors on a coffee table to make the seating zone more welcoming. Create a cozy atmosphere with wax melts, aromatic candles, and incense in the bedroom. Place an electric aroma diffuser in the washroom to make it smell luxurious.
Declutter Declutter Declutter
No matter how much you invest in interiors or decor accents, maintaining your home is key to making it look fancy and inspirational.
Keep any room organized and fuss-free. Discard or give away items you don’t plan to use anymore. Avoid occupying empty spaces with storage or unwanted stuff. Leaving some space empty gives a sense of negative or breathing space in the interiors.
