Aug 24 2009
Home Redesign
Home Redesign with what you own
If you’ve watched HGTV popular show “Decorating Cents” you should have a good idea of the home redesign concept. Home redesign is an affordable method of transforming any room in your home or apartment by rearranging things differently. There are two major benefits to interior redesigning- the results are instant, and the cost is mediocre compared to traditional interior decorating. It may only take a few hours to give your home a fresh new look, and by “shopping” your own home for items, you avoid the huge cost of purchasing new furniture and/or accessories.
There are several reasons why you may decide to redesign a room in your home. Here are a few:
- You want to create a more inviting, and functional living space.
- You have a limited budget but you want to initiate change in your home or office
- There’s something missing in your room(s) but you can’t figure it out
- Have an empty room(s) and you don’t have a clue on how to bring in items and arrange things harmoniously
- Have a room that isn’t being used and you can’t figure out why it’s even furnished
- Have rooms that don’t function, appear, or feel right
Home redesign your own home
Your home is a huge part of your life. Therefore, an inviting, balanced and harmonious home appearance can improve how you feel every day. Keep in mind, not every home redesign is a major project. Sometimes the simple things like removing excessive pictures off a refrigerator can make a huge impact on a room appearance. Rethinking a room or how you function within a room can help you come up with ideas on how to change the room.
There are several simple ways to redesign a room in your home. The best way to give a room a quick make-over is by decluttering. Clutter-free spaces can create the impression of a bigger space. If you have an office space, it can help clear your mind so you can work more efficiently. Therefore, put some of the extra furniture and excessive items you have in a room in your garage or storage space. The rule of thumb I use to decide if it’s something I need to keep is whether or not I have used the item within a year. If it hasn’t been used within a year, then I probably won’t use it, and therefore it can be stored in the garage.
Adding color to dull walls can make a huge impact on a room. If you do not wish to paint an entire room, I always recommend creating an accent wall. You can go for a bold new color you always wanted to try or you can think of what sites or sounds make you feel comfortable. For example, if the sounds of the ocean brushing up on the shore make you feel at peace, then consider painting your walls or an accent wall a light color of seaside sand like Tan, beige, or ivory, to remind you of the beach.
Clean up your kitchen cabinets. If you want to add more life to dull cabinets give them life again by giving them a fresh coat of paint or stain, or simply remove the doors for a truly European-style kitchen. If your cabinetry is simply unclean, use a brush and a wood cleaner to get those dirty fingerprints out.
If you would like to create virtual space to a small room you can add a large mirror. The strategic alignment of a mirror can add a vast amount of natural light in your home. If possible, hang a large mirror in the living room directly where the sun beams in. The bouncing light will help to create the appearance of a larger room. In addition, it can bring more warmth and life to a room.
Give your home a make-over without the huge cost by redesigning your home. If you have trouble thinking of ideas on your own, the normal range for a consultation by a home redesigner also known as an interior redesigner is $100-$150. Also, if you are trying to sell your home, most home redesigners are home stagers. They can help you rearrange your home interior so that it appeals to the majority to sell quicker, as well as, sells at its optimum price.
Veronica Gaines is a professional home redesigner/interior redesigner in the DFW area. To learn more about services visit www.restyled2sell.com
