Buy storage containers to help you organize, like bins, boxes, and baskets but only AFTER you declutter the space. By doing this, you will see what type of containers you need, how many you need, and where to place them. Don’t forget to measure the space before you purchase your storage!
It’s all about editing. Remove all your accessories and place them in a corner. You can do this room by room. Then, carefully and thoughtfully,re-accessorize the room. Think about function, style, and stay away from clutter. Place items in different areas than before or even in different rooms!
Sometimes all you need is a new coat of paint for your space to feel refreshed. It can be the same paint color or something completely different, new paint always makes a room look brand new.
Repaint a wall or refinish a piece of furniture or repurpose an old bookcase into a bar shelf or entryway bench with storage. This definitely gives you a new project for the new year!
Houseplants can take up plenty of room, from counter to floor space, especially if they’re growing in big fancy pottery. What about hanging your plants on the wall? There are plenty of simple DIY vertical hanging ideas, like this ladder, that will clear up space while creating a peaceful design.
Nesting tables come in all sorts of styles, modern to traditional, and materials, from acrylic to wood. There are nesting tables for every design style. They’re lightweight, versatile, and can be useful in any room of the house. Nesting tables can be used for storage or displays and they don’t have to be anchored down to one space.
The entertainment room should be the place of ultimate comfort and functionality. Here are a few design tips on how to elevate your entertainment room:
A shelving unit or media console will display all your media in an organized and design-forward fashion.
What’s a movie or a binge-worthy TV show without some popcorn or candy? Have a snack bar close by and fill you bar with your favorite drinks and snacks. A simple bar cart will hold enough treats for a movie or two.
Layer throw pillows and blankets on your sofa so you and your guests can cozy up during the show. A deep comfy sectional is a bonus luxury, after all this is not a formal living room. Also adding plenty of surface space to place your drinks, snacks, meals, laptop, etc. is essential for a flowing functional space.
Add dimmer switches to all your lights. Dimmers create the perfect ambiance while watching a game or show. They’re also the great medium when hosting a viewing party.
Hydrangeas not only smell wonderful, but they are a great accessory to any table top or shelf or entryway. Place them in the bedroom for a romantic touch. They come in a variety of colors too! Hydrangeas grow well in moist soils and prefer full sun in the morning and shade in the afternoon. Just make sure not to over water!
If you’re a big fan of succulents, then you already know about the Kalanchoe. They bloom small clusters of colorful flowers and will easily cheer up any room. Kalanchoes are low maintenance and only need to be watered when the soil is completely dry. They grow best under plenty of sunlight, so display them in a well lit room that gets direct sun exposure.
Have you thought about freshening up your sofa or armchair with a new slipcover? Changing the cover of the toss pillows sometimes isn’t enough. Slipcovers not only protect your new furniture from pets and kids, but slipcovers are a cost-effective way to spruce-up your living room. Here are several different types of slipcovers that you can incorporate into your home:
For a more modern and clean style, a form-fitting slipcover is your best look. A sofa with sleek lines and showy legs can benefit with a form-fitted slip cover because it will showoff its’ natural design. Usually, these types of slipcovers are made of a stretchy fabric that should perfectly fit over the piece of furniture. You don’t want excess fabric from the slipcover because it will make it look untidy and unnatural.
