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There are hundreds of great decor ideas that you can choose from, to help improve your home from the inside. Maybe you have moved into a new home, so you have a clean slate. Or perhaps you think it is time to change up your existing decor. Whatever your reason for decorating your home, you must plan for it first. Planning will enable you to see the whole picture, and piece together your home’s decor from start to finish. Many people will just jump straight in without any thought, and everything is random. However, there is a lot of beauty and success in taking time to plan it all out first.
You don’t have to purchase and do everything in one go, but if you know what you want the outcome to be, it can make the decorating process much more enjoyable, not to mention easier and clearer as you will have a goal to guide you. Of course, your goal can adapt and change along the way, you may change your mind or find different items of decor that you prefer and that is perfectly okay.
A plan will help you think about all the important aspects that you need, including how to arrange your furniture, whether you need more lighting, and all the finishing touches such as fittings and fixtures. These can often be small details that people miss.
If you are thinking of updating your decor or even buying decor for the first time, here are some top tips to help you on your journey to planning your upgrades.
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Planning Your Decor
Define your style
You should first think about what kind of style you prefer and want in your home. If you live with other people or family members, then you will need to have a discussion with them and find out their preferences. You will also need to think about how often you want to decorate. Some people would prefer to decorate now and have a timeless style, so they don’t have to do it again in the near future. Others would prefer to redecorate on a regular basis, and even decorate with each season.
This will have a huge impact on the style preferences of the decor that you choose, so it is important to be clear on what you want. If you are not sure, you can search on visual platforms such as Instagram and Pinterest, and save all the ideas and colours that you like to start to build a better picture.
Think about functionality
While decor is all about aesthetics, it is just as important to think about the functionality of the decor. You will want to consider how well different kinds of decor will work in your home, ensuring that you have enough space and you do not clutter your home too much. There are also many ways you can utilise decor to make your home more functional, such as smart storage, floating shelves and more. You will need to ensure there is a good balance between functionality and aesthetics when you are planning your decor.
Consider your existing space and your home’s unique characteristics
Choosing new designs and decor can be really exciting, however, many people miss one really important thing in their planning. That is to consider the property’s unique and existing characteristics, and how you can use decor to really bring that out. Perhaps you have a beautiful view out of a window on the landing that you can highlight and add an accent chair to, or you have an old Victorian fireplace that can be decorated to draw attention. Go around your home and find elements of it that you like and can accentuate with decor. This is a great way to utilise what you already have.
Consider your budget
Money is really important when it comes to planning your decor. When you plan your decor – you can either create a budget and find items that fit your plan, or you can make your plan and then save up the money so you can afford it. This will ensure that you don’t put yourself in any money trouble, and can personalise your home with no problems. Consider how much money you have, how much you can save and how long it will take you. Some people prefer to save money and get everything all in one go, whereas others might space it out and make small updates each month with leftover income.
Decorating your home should be fun. Make sure you plan, so you have a guide and can better enjoy the process.
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