Putting your personal mark on a property is one of the most joyous aspects of being a homeowner. Creating your own personal environment, one that’s unique to you, will truly make a house feel like a home.
With that being said there are a couple of staple interior design aspects that when broken will give your home a unique feel.
First Rule to Break: a room should solely have one type of wood
Those with an eye for interior design have long thought that for consistency reasons a single type a colour wood should be used throughout the entire room. However, this can look a little too perfect. By mixing colours and styles of wood, the room appear more interesting and personal.
Second Rule to Break: the most important piece of furniture is the sofa
The furniture that you choose to decorate each room is entirely your personal choice. Many homeowners choose the traditional sofa, and additional chairs if needed. However, there’s no explicit reason why you need to have a large sofa, four armchairs do the trick just as well. There are other rooms that would benefit from the addition of a sofa.
Third Rule: small spaces mean that homeowners should play it safe
Traditionally it was thought that smaller rooms need to have simple wallpaper and decor. Large scale printed fabric and wallpaper designs can make a bold statement, and add some character to any room. Homeowners may tire of bold print in the larger living areas, but such designs can add an exciting element to those rooms that you use sparingly.
Fourth Rule: rugs should be placed in every room in the home
Rugs can add character and individuality to a space, but they shouldn’t be overused. By choosing not to place a rug in an open space, you can really open up the space. Bare wood and stone can appear just as inviting. Additionally, any sweeping and tidying is easier to complete.
Fifthly: all your furniture should match
All too often homeowners choose to furnish their home with furniture of the same design and colour. If you layer a space with a variety of different colours, textures and styles, your decor will have a much longer lifespan. A good choice of accessories is an affordable way to create some diversity and individuality to your home.
Sixthly, leave vintage pieces the way that they are
Then last myth to dispel is the fact that any vintage furniture should be kept the way it is. One of the more prevalent home decor designs of recent years is the addition of vintage pieces. Interior designers have long endorsed the use of vintage decor, however of late such interior designers have painted drab colours and used pieces to add colour to environments.
These are just a few of the typical interior decor rules that are outdated and made to be broken. Those wishing to have a completely fresh home need only consider these tips to stamp some personality and individuality on their home.