4 ways to take your living room to the next level.

1.add a designer rug.

A great rug can set a room apart completely. usually its the last thing designers think about. but rugs can really make a statement.

2.add accessories.

If you feel like your room is looking a little plain. add some cool accessories and trinkets. stacked books on the coffee table. or cascading candle holders. maybe some weird geometric shapes. have fin with it.

3.add a mirror

Adding a mirror goes with about any style. it makes the room feel more open and larger.

4.take the focus off the tv.

dont make the tv the reason people are coming to the room. face couches towards each other and maybe hang a nice peace of art in the center.

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5 qualities of amazing interior design.

symmetry

Really knowing how items look in relation to one another and knowing how and where to draw the eye is a clear sign of an expert.

contrast

Contrast in design seems like a simple thing but in he real world its one of the most difficult things to pull off without creating clutter. If you know how to create proper contrast then you have most likely been a decorator for a while.

function

A home is art you can live in. Creating something beautiful is one thing, creating something beautiful and truly functional requires another layer of thinking

coordination .

Knowing the size of objects and where to place them to create a certain affect or feeling is really an advanced technique and when done properly can set your designs apart.

glamour

Glamour is hard because it is always on the border of outdated or cheap looking. but if you can use sleek materials and vintage peaces with bold fabrics and really create something that is not cheap or outdated in 3 years then you really know what your doing.

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4 Tips For Picking Room Color

Think About Your Mood

Will your room be a warm get away, a bright natural sun room for summer? or a vibrant living room. knowing the mood will allow you to narrow down all the color options.

Start Small

if your not sure where to start experimenting with smaller rooms or individual walls first is a good way to go. Not to mention if you mess up its a lot less work to redo.

Be aware of Lighting

A color can look dramatically different depending on the type of lighting. This is the reason paint stores have light boxes.

 

• Natural daylight shows the truest color.
• Incandescent lighting brings out warm tones and yellows.
• Fluorescent lighting casts a sharp blue tone.

Use A Color Wheel

A color wheel is a great reference tool you can use to find color combinations and intensifying your colors by making tweaks quickly. You may be amazed how this little tool can help you.

 

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5 Interior design tips to get you ready for summer.