Making your home look like it’s come straight out of a magazine is a goal many people have. Giving your home a designer feel can make you feel like a real VIP.
Keep reading to learn five tips and tricks to make your sanctuary look like something straight off the pages of your favourite style magazine!
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1. Create Clean Lines
Having clean lines, or even the illusion of space, is the secret to getting your home in a state ready to be photographed.
By decluttering, not only will you improve your mindset, but you will also create open space along the eye line. This is crucial to opening your home and allowing light to bounce.
Think of yourself like a digital marketing agency – avoid stuffing your space with meaningless fluff, and ensure the content that matters is given room to shine.
2. Add Texture
Every single element in a room brings a new opportunity to add texture. This could be from the floorboards themselves, a rug, wallpaper, cushions and books.
A mix of textiles is the best way to experiment with a range of textures. Having leather sofas with plush throw pillows is a great contrast. Another option is to create a cosy bed with an edge: for example, mixing a leather bed frame with a chunky knit blanket and using natural linen.
While the colours don’t need to be eccentric, the texture adds an extra dimension.
3. Style Fresh Flowers
Don’t underestimate the power of fresh-cut flowers: they can absolutely transform a space. Bringing some outdoor life inside your home can add a relaxed yet sophisticated vibe. This is an added benefit for those who don’t have yard space – you can cultivate your own garden from within your home!
Consider styling a large vase and making this a statement piece. If you prefer a more subtle and practical option then fresh potted herbs really jazz up a kitchen.
4. Combine Old & New
When combining vintage and modern pieces, the best angle to take is by choosing a colour palette first. Once you have matching colours, it’ll look stylish and not simply like a yard sale.
Mixing old and new together gives an injection of personality and character which can’t be achieved with only brand-new furniture. An added bonus to this is that you can search for pre-loved things in charity and second-hand stores.
5. Statement Pieces
If you want your home to look like it’s straight off the cover of a magazine, then be sure to incorporate statement pieces. Furniture like a stand-alone tub in the centre of the bathroom or even in the bedroom is a bold move.
Another great option is to have a colourful sofa – purple, pink or green velvet is very popular. This means you can keep a neutral theme throughout and have a pop of colour on the sofa. You can even accessorize with bold cushions and textured throws to create a contrast.
Finally, matching the drapery and wallpaper is on trend right now. It’s a classic technique that has come full circle. Choosing punchy wallpaper and curtains to match adds texture to a room but also an element of surprise.
Make Your Home Ready for Its Close-up
There are a variety of ways to make your home ready for the photographer to come and print your kitchen on the cover page. This might simply be tidying up, adding fresh flowers, or creating the “wow” factor via statement pieces.
Even if no one is coming to photograph your space, the results of your home makeover will enhance your life and make you more excited than ever about your safe space.
