Home Makeover Ideas While in Self-Isolation

Apr 17, 2020 Category: Decorator services

Home Makeover Ideas While in Self-Isolation

Like millions of other people around the globe, you are stuck at home in self-isolation due to Covid-19 or Coronavirus. Aside from dealing with working from home, playing teacher to your children, or worrying about finding a job, if you are out of work, there are things you can do to stay busy, including giving your living space a home makeover.

DIY (do-it-yourself) projects do not have to be expensive or time-consuming – although you probably have some extra time on your hands these days. If you are not sure about what colors might look good on your walls, which pillows to buy, or where to find that perfect rug, I am still available for video conferencing.

I am also going to give you some guidance as to how to spruce up your living room, den, family room, bedroom, or other areas of your home. Thanks to the internet, shopping from the comfort of your couch or kitchen table has never been simpler. …more

Rug Placement Guide – Tips for Placing a Rug

Feb 25, 2019 Category: Decorator services

You may not know this, but there are rules for placing rugs in your rooms. If you break the rules, your room may look choppy, out of place, and unfinished. Use the right size and rug placement, and you will be thrilled with your finished look.

The two main rooms for rug placement are the living room and bedroom. Some people also place rugs in the dining room. Follow the rules listed here and choose the right size and shape of rug for your room.

Rug Placement in the Bedroom

Some people opt to forgo carpet and use wood or tile throughout their home. To add a feeling of warmth, they select area rugs. Rug placement on hardwood floors and tile serves a dual purpose – functionality, and appearance. Stepping out of bed onto a cold floor in the middle of the night is not pleasant. Feeling the warmth of a nice rug under your feet keeps you in a state of tranquility. However, you have to know how to place the rug for both design and function.

Using a larger rug helps frame the bed and nightstands and make the room seem bigger. The next best option if you cannot find or afford a large enough rug is to go with two runners – one on either side of the bed.

Rug placement in a bedroom provides a few options: …more

Living Room Makeovers

Feb 02, 2018 Category: Decorator services

Living Room Makeovers: The Power of Before and After Photos in Interior Design

Your living room makes a statement – whether designed for entertaining or family life, it tells a story. Living room makeovers can be as simple as changing wall color and a few key elements to a complete redo of all furnishings.

Perhaps you love your sofa and chairs but would like to update the feel of the room. Bringing color into the interior design can make all the difference in the world. Changing from earth tones to vibrant colors creates a modern and airy feel. Those same colors can then be incorporated into other rooms of the house for a soothing flow.

In these before and after photos, you will see how one room went from dated to modern by changing out the rug for one with a beautiful design element that incorporates the blue of the chairs.

Coordinated wall color, accent pillows, and changes in plants, tables, and lamps lightened the feel of the room.

Many of the elements remained the same:

  • Sofa
  • Floor  lamp
  • Window treatments
  • Art and mirror
  • Plant next to sofa

The use of a smaller oval coffee table created more walk-through space in the room, giving it a larger feel. Even the see-through table lamp helps to provide an airier feel in front of the mirror.

A more symmetrical plant compliments the floor lamp flanking the drapes. The previous decorations on the coffee table cut off the room and blocked the outdoors. Using a smaller accent piece on the coffee table provides an unrestricted view.

The redesigned dining room continued the use of blue teal from the living room for a balanced feel to the home.

Living Room Makeovers for Small or Unusual Spaces

Some homes, condominiums, and apartments have open floor plans. You may have to carve out a unique living space that makes a statement while incorporating functionality.

Living room makeovers in smaller spaces can still go bold. It is clear from the before photo below that animal stripes were a desired element. Unfortunately, the low chair and bulky table gave the room a crowded feel.

As with the previous design, some elements were kept, such as the glass coffee table and corner lamp. However, a complete change of flooring was utilized to modernize the space. A black accent rug over the wood floors tied in with the zebra-striped chairs and accent pillow.

The smaller side table still allowed for the display of a few favorite photos. Brightly colored flowers strategically hung over the sofa gave the space the pop of color it needed.

Living room makeovers can change the look and feel of your home. The living room is often one of the first places people see when they walk in the door. The right interior design can welcome guests into your home with style.

To discuss interior design ideas for living room makeovers of your personal space, please contact HK Interiors for a free consultation. We are here to help you design the room, space, home, or office that reflects your style. Call us today at 954-401-8542 for all your interior design needs.

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