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Are you ready for a genuinely refreshing update to your living room, bedroom, bathroom, or even your entire home? We get it. We have been stuck at home for over a year, and wanting to change our interior scenery is quite natural (and healthy if you ask us). What is more, the most enjoyable aspect of interior design is the creative freedom it provides you. With a little bit of imagination (and sometimes a reasonable budget), you can express your inner ideas and concepts in any way you want.
So, if you are ready for a home design update and you are looking for something out of the ordinary and creative, you’re in the right place. We thought of six home décor ideas to help you start.
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#1 Get Crafty- Make a Puzzle Mirror
Everybody knows that puzzles are a great free-time activity for a fun and mental workout. Yet few know that they can be worthy in artistic and crafty ways too. So, if you are with the idea of updating, let say your entryway, why not use 500 piece puzzles designed by independent artists and revamp your mirror? All you need to do is glue the puzzle pieces on your old mirror’s frame.
This idea is not just creative, but it is also quite affordable. And when it comes to the effect you will achieve, well, wait and see your next guests’ faces. We guarantee you- they will be blown away!
#2 Dress up Your Entryway with Color or Art
Regardless of your entryway size, it is always a good idea to add interest and love to it. After all, it is the place that first welcomes you when you enter your home. That said, if you want something minimalistic but powerful, consider painting it with bold color.
Since the focal points are your walls, opt for a minimalistic console table or a bank. If you want a formal yet modern aesthetic, opt for a traditional table. Then, spin the conventional idea of a gallery wall and make a laid-back version of it. Instead of hanging art, lean some paintings or photographs against the wall.
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#3 Rethink Your Dining Room with Bookshelves
Much like the kitchen, your dining room is the heart of your home. It is the place where you enjoy family meals and quality time with your loved ones. Now, if you are ready to experiment and get that feeling of “eating in a library,” why not consider adding bookshelves in your dining area.
Depending on the space, you can add large or small, floating or stand-alone bookshelves. When it comes to filling them, you can add books, or decor accents and accessories like vases and sculptures to break up the dullness of a wall full of books. What is great about this idea is that it can blend perfectly in various interior design styles, from modern and contemporary to eclectic and traditional ones.
#4 Jazz up Your Window Seat with Bookshelves or Home Office Corner
Window seats are a traditional addition to any house. However, because they fit incredibly well into modern spaces, they can also be found in apartments. There is nothing more enjoyable than reading (or scrolling your tablet) by the natural light of a window. So why not upgrade your window seat with towering bookshelves and drawer space underneath the seating. If your seat is small and you do not have much space around it, add horizontal, built-in bookshelves in the seating section.
Your window seat can have multiple functions, so incorporate a home office corner. You can look into adding a working table or counter if your space forces you to get creative. However, keep in mind that you need to create an ergonomically correct workstation, so pay attention to its position in terms of light and seating options.
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#5 Use an Empty Fireplace as a Little Gallery or Little Garden
Do you have an empty fireplace that you are not planning on using? Why not turn it into a little gallery to display sculptures, pottery, or similar artwork? It will make the space look rich with texture, and therefore create warmth and dimension.
You can also use the area to introduce nature into your home by creating a small garden. Fill it with different large and small pots with plants, and you will get your “solace corner” in this busy world. Whichever idea you choose, be sure that this is a great way to add uniqueness and character to your living room.
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#6 Add a Stool Into Your Bathroom for a Real Spa Effect
Want to improve your bathroom without getting into a full job redecoration? Take a trick from spa resorts and add a (large or small, depending on the space) stool next to the bathtub or shower. You can use it to stash fresh towels or as extra surface space for organizing your bathroom accessories or bathing products.
For a finishing touch, add some greenery or buy a unique bathroom mirror, by visiting Unique Vanities. These small fixtures in the bathroom are a great way to make the whole area feel alive and more luxurious.
The Bottom Line
Whether you are contemplating re-decorating an entire room or simply adding accents to your home, choose decor ideas and pieces that resonate with you. Your home should be your sanctuary, so always look to incorporate what you love. Take these ideas with an open mind and let them inspire you. You will be surprised and delighted by the result.