A staged and organized home is often associated with luxury, far from the design you'd get with a cluttered design and decorations everywhere. Making your home look more luxurious will obviously make it look more expensive, too, giving you a better sense while you're in there.
Unlike most expectations, you don’t have to spend a fortune to turn your home into a beautiful oasis of tranquility. Let’s explore a few tips and tricks to change its appearance overnight.
In traditional homes, curtains hang down from above the windows. Basically, there’s a bar that’s fitted onto the wall, but it’s usually a few inches above the windows. Bad idea. While most people won’t notice it, the truth is it makes the room look too traditional.
If you want luxury, you need to underline the idea of something grand. In this case, move that bar close to the ceiling. As close as possible! Longer curtains will make your windows look bigger. Besides, if you think about it, the longer a curtain is, the more luxurious it is.
And no, it doesn’t mean you’ll have to get rid of that tiny curtain by the kitchen window, you don’t have enough room for super long curtains anyway.
If you rent a property, chances are you won’t be able to do it. You can always ask though! However, if you own the place, repainting the walls accordingly will give you a better idea about what to expect.
Dark walls are often associated with luxury, but it depends on the theme, your furniture, decorations, you name it. If you can opt for a darker theme, you’ll get a more “severe” appearance. For example, dark teal looks great.
On the other hand, you can also try the accent wall idea. At this point, wallpaper becomes a better choice, but make sure you invest in quality. Don’t bother with an ugly design just because it’s cheap. Keep it simple and textured, you’ll love the outcome.
A bit of greenery changes everything. Cut flowers in a fancy vase on a table can make a difference. If you don't like buying different flowers every few days, you can also get some artificial ones. Make sure they look good though.
Then, you can also turn a big plant into a focal point in a room. Keep an empty corner and throw in a big luxurious pot with a big plant.
If you have an empty wall, how about some luxury tropical panels? The idea works well in more rooms, but unless you have a tropical theme throughout the house, it just looks better somewhere in the hallways or along the staircase.
To maintain real plants, ensure they receive adequate light and water according to their needs, and regularly dust both real and faux plants for a fresh appearance.
This concept won’t work if you already have carpets all over your house, but if you’ve good wooden or vinyl floors, it will look amazing. A few rugs here and there add to the luxury profile of your home. But then, don’t just buy them randomly. Too small? Useless. Too large? It makes the furniture look small.
Now, there are also different types of rugs. Shag rugs are nice and comfy, but hard to clean. Persian rugs are expensive, but good looking. In theory, you don’t necessarily need something expensive, but something nice that matches the theme of the room.
Positioning rugs thoughtfully is equally important. You can use them to add warmth underfoot in high-traffic areas or to introduce pattern and color to neutral spaces. Layering rugs can also create depth and interest, particularly in larger rooms.
Natural materials are a trend these days and it’s easy to tell why. They bring a bit of nature into your home and nature is considered luxurious too, unless you have one of those old fashioned traditional homes with clutter everywhere. It won’t work then!
Other than that, if simplicity is your favorite keyword, wooden elements will do. A stone candle holder is just as nice, not to mention a stone slab as a coffee house. It sounds unreal, but it makes the place look more luxurious.
Lamp shades are all about accent lighting. A nice light by the coffee table, another one by the sofa and so on, you get the point. Much better than the traditional lighting fixture hanging from the ceiling.
At this point, there’s a fine line between achieving a luxurious feel and a kitschy one. A couple of lamps are more than enough and most importantly, make sure they match the theme of your room. Whether you prefer the classic elegance of a silk shade or the modern simplicity of a geometric design, ensure that the lamps enhance your existing theme. This will help avoid the cluttered look that can come from mismatched accessories.
To integrate lamps effectively, start with a couple of key pieces that balance function and style. Place them where they can highlight architectural features or favorite pieces of art, creating focal points that draw the eye.
This is another cheap idea that will work well, yet it depends on your furniture. Costs may add up. And remember, just because it looks good, the fact that it’s really cheap may ruin it in no time.
When investing in new hardware, opt for quality stuff that looks great. Replace door handles, knobs for cabinets and drawers, even the toilet paper holder. Go throughout your entire home and figure out what needs replacement before setting up a plan or shopping around.
As you replace hardware, aim for consistency across each room. This doesn’t mean everything has to match exactly, but there should be a sense of flow and harmony.
Also make a list of what needs replacing and take measurements to ensure you’re buying pieces that fit perfectly. This preparation prevents impulse buys and ensures you don’t end up with mismatched or ill-fitting hardware.
Even if you don’t think it’s actual clutter. Luxury these days is associated with minimalism and simplicity. While you can pick other themes than minimalism, simplicity is still important, even in a traditional home.
No matter how connected you are to some decorations, it’s time to hide them away. A few pictures here and there will do, but lose the decorative items hanging around every piece of furniture.
They may not be in your way, but they add to the overall feeling of clutter, putting a bit of strain on your eyes.
