10 Ways To Add Luxury Look To Your Home

Wish to create a high-end luxury look without breaking the bank? Now, there is no denying that home design and improvement can be an expensive deal, but that doesn’t mean you have to compromise on the ideal look you want to achieve for your home. Adding a fancy look to your home is not only limited to buying a costly piece of furniture or investing in bespoke art, with clever design and decor ideas, your space can also reflect a one-of-kind look!  

Whether you want to upscale the overall look of your home or wish to simply spruce up the neglected corner or area of your home, then we got you covered!

Here are 10 ways to add a luxury look to your home:

Opt for a Neutral Base

To incorporate a high-end look in your home or space, keep the backdrop or base objects neutral-hued. Opt for white, off-white, beige, taupe, and grey colors as wall treatments, veneers, furniture, flooring, etc. 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 the new one, then consider these smart choices - a) get it reupholstered b) buy a lovely slipcover c) 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. But before you decide upon the style or placement of the same, ensure to consider the style or vibe of the space first. Also, take into account the existing objects like furniture, lights, and other decor objects.

1. Ornate, intricate mouldings will make a fine addition to the classic, traditional style spaces, Whereas sleek or streamlined mouldings make an apt addition to the modern, contemporary style spaces.
2. In case you can’t decide upon what type of moulding would make a suitable choice for your space, then simply observe the casings that are used around the windows and doors. Whether simple or ornate, it’s an apt indicator of what type or style of moulding will suit the existing style of your home.
3. Remember, mouldings or trim work is supposed to blend in organically with the design and decor of the space i.e. it should be well-proportioned with the size and shape of the elements like windows, doors, or ceiling height.

Add Wall Treatments

Similar to adding mouldings, adding some 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 being plain boring to being dimensional and intriguing.

Just like moulding, introducing architectural elements to the walls can bring in a whole new outlook to the room or space. Walls can be made interesting and dimensional with shiplap, wood slat walls, beadboard, and louvers.

1. Select a color or pattern of these wall treatments that match the overall color scheme of the room. For instance, an accent wall can be formed with trendy wall claddings or planks.
2. Introduce eye-catching wall treatments to the smaller areas like powder rooms, study areas, etc to bring in excitement to the designated zones.

Upgrade the Hardware

When redoing the interiors is not an option, you can simply upgrade the hardware in your home which can bring in a whole new dimension to the space. By replacing the faucets, cabinets hardware, etc will help upscale the look of the existing design and decor of the space.

1. Replace the old door knobs, furniture knobs, light plates, curtain rods, plug covers, etc featuring a new style or type. Make sure that it matches the overall look of the space. For example, Rajwadi door handles can look apt for traditional-style doors.
2. Updating the hardware is not such a time-consuming task as well. It may take just a few hours to upgrade the look of the space with new hardware.

Go for Layered Lighting

Lighting is one of the most overlooked but essential design elements that can elevate the look of the space with just a button! Apart from natural lighting, ideally include three sources of light in a room i.e. general lighting (pendant or overhead lights), focus lighting (table or task), and ambient lighting (wall sconces, table lamps, candles) to bring in a luxury look to your home.

1. Add an attractive pendant light or chandelier in a drawing room, dining zone, bedroom, or over a kitchen island.
2. In the bedroom, hang the wall sconces above the bedside tables to create a perfect ambiance and bring a style factor to the room.
3. Use warm dimmers and light bulbs to create a cozy ambiance in a room.
4. If using smart lights, connect the motion sensors to the chosen lights.

Invest in Quality Soft Furnishings

Soft furnishings like textiles, upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, and rugs bring a warmth and comfort factor to the space. It scales up the liveability factor of the space.

Apart from the colors and patterns, consider the fabrics composition, durability, and care factor as well.

1. Soft furnishings like cushion covers, comforters, duvets, etc made with organic cotton, and linen provide a rich, sophisticated look when added to a couch or bed.
2. Textiles are a great way to add drama and excitement to the space. For example, an old armchair can have a newfound look with an attractive throw cushion or throw!
3. Rugs are a great way to define an area. A lovely area rug can help elevate the entire room with its intriguing color or pattern!

Hang Big Wall Art

Sprucing up the walls with beautiful wall art is the most common or instinctive thing everyone does when doing interiors. To bring in the luxury factor in a space, hang big wall art on the wall or if space allows, place it on the floor!

1. Large artwork pieces attract attention and can be a focal point in the room. The impact is similar to that of an art gallery.
2. If the budget prevails, invest in art crafted by artists. Connect with local art galleries to grab amazing offers or availability.
3. If working on a thin budget, create DIY art or buy from art or decor-related websites.
4. You can hang the chosen artwork on an accent wall styled with veneer or laminate.

Spruce Up With Plants and Flowers

Indoor plants are a great way to bring in a sense of color and richness to the home. House plants help fill out empty areas or corners. When unsure about what to add to a particular space or surface, simply add interesting indoor plants that add attraction and excitement.

1. Plants may make an economical decor accessory but the impact of the same is priceless.
2. Plants are available in all types, and budgets possible. Select ones that attract you and will make a fantastic choice for your home. From air purifying, minimal-maintenance to low lighting plants; you can buy plants online as well as from local nurseries.
3. Beautify the chosen plants by adding them to attractive planters to decorate the home or chosen surface.
4. Fresh-cut flowers added in the vase look pristine when added to the coffee or dining table.

Incorporate Scent

Ever wondered why fancy hotels or retreats feel special and luxurious apart from their stupendous interiors? Well, one of the reasons for the same is aroma and fragrances. To incorporate richness in the home, add aromatic candles and diffusers.

1. Add candles in attractive shapes and colors to the coffee table to make the seating zone more welcoming and attractive.
2. Create a cozy atmosphere by adding wax melts, aromatic candles, and incense in the bedroom.
3. Place an electric aroma diffuser/burner in the washroom or powder room to make the zone smell expensive!

Declutter Declutter Declutter

You may have spent a lot on the interiors or don’t mind investing in quality home decor accents, but ultimately it all comes down to just one thing - How you keep or maintain your home. Simply put, if you care for your space or maintain it well, it will always appear fancy and inspirational, always!

1. To make any room feel special and attractive, keep it organized and fuss-free. Discard or give away the things that you don’t plan to use anymore.
2. Do not occupy empty spaces or corners with pile-up storage or unwanted stuff. It is okay to leave some space empty, as it gives a sense of negative or breathing space in the interiors.