Budget-Friendly Home Decor Hacks That Look Expensive

 

We have all, admittedly, browsed interior design feeds and wondered why we did not have a house that looked fancy, special, and, quite frankly, expensive. To most of us though, a large scale remodeling or even a furniture purchase is just not an option. The good news? To make a room that appears luxurious and designed, there is no need of an unlimited budget. It is all about being witty, creative and having inside information. The real magic occurs in layering, reusing and styling. We will look at some of my favorite cheap home decor tips that make your place look incredibly expensive.

Mirrors are the unsung heroes of the budget decorator. They not only make a space instantly bigger, but they also reflect the light, and this makes everything look lighter and bigger. One does not need a big, ornate frame which a luxury store offers. Search the flea markets, thrift stores and even the big-box stores to find deals. The location is essential: to increase the amount of light and the sight, place a gigantic mirror opposite one of the windows. A neat mirror will add an element of class to the area, enhancing it instead of just viewing the area.

Luxury home decor on a budget

The lighting is the glory of a room. Even a nice light chandelier will easily enhance the decor and an old and builder-grade light is likely to decrease it. There is no need in spending a fortune. Stores such as IKEA, Target and even some internet markets offer beautiful and relatively cheap solutions. Instead of that simple ceiling light, a modern flush mount or a simple drum pendant. Install a few new table lights on a stand or a beautiful arc floor lamp on a reading chair. Pro tip: Buy warm-colored LED bulbs. The light of the space is also enhanced with that warm golden light, making each color look richer and much more welcome and friendly than cold, white light.

Home improvement on a budget

Highend design is often based on a sophisticated neutral base. Charcoal, creamy white, warm beige and light grey are all traditional and relaxing colors. This look can be obtained without having to repaint the whole house. Add plain linen-style curtains, a fluffy blanket with a cozy knit, or neutral colored toss cushions. Then accessorize with well selected bursts of color to give it a designer look. A single emerald green velvet pillow, three terracotta urns or a bit of colorful abstract art can create a dramatic effect, making the room look well-edited and vibrant.

DIY hacks for home decor

Whereas it may be very costly to purchase original artwork, your walls do not have to stay plain. Create an interesting gallery wall that tells your story. Join pages of a beautiful calendar, personal photographs in frames or Etsy printable artwork or even swatches of framed cloth or wallpaper pieces. In a modest, modern look, match the frames, in a mottley look, mix and match secondhand frames, which you have painted the same color. Prior to hammering nails, you should lay all the things on the ground and select a design that you would prefer.

Enhancing Luxury Through Textures

Luxury is often experienced by touch. The diversity of textures in a high end style space pulls you in. Add a porcelain vase, natural linen curtains, two velvet or faux fur pillows and a nubby, woven throw blanket tossed over the sofa. There is no need to buy designer fabrics; there are numerous gems in textual simplex that can be found in inexpensive shops. This mixture makes the room visually interesting and in-depth and makes it slowly feel collected and rather comforting.

Often, little is more. However expensive the goods, the counter top will always have a messy appearance even when clean up is done. Spend the day and arrange your bookshelves, coffee tables and worktops. Then carefully make them. Use the rule of three by piling a small pile of books, one candle and a trifle object, like an elegant box or fragment of coral sculpture. This gives rise to short and tranquil and artistic vignettes.