Anyone who has attempted it can attest to the fact that decorating can be overwhelming. After all, there are so many styles, arrangements, rules, colors and the list goes on.
Regardless of contemporary or traditional, however, there are a few guidelines to follow that will help make your interior design task a success.
For starters, sketching out your floor plan can prove invaluable before shopping for pieces to fill the room. Write down wall sizes, room dimensions, window sizes and the placement. Note electrical outlets and special features.
This removes a lot of tension from the shopping process as what is needed and where it will go becomes crystal clear.
Next, identify what the focal point of the room is or will be. This could be a fireplace, a certain view or a furniture piece like a bed or an armoire. This focal point provides a great starting place for finding complimentary elements.
Before choosing exact paint colors or making major purchases, coordinate the flooring and fabric choices. When the time comes to purchase items, always purchase the larger pieces first whenever possible. The colors in the rugs, furniture or drapes could be used to coordinate other items with.
Try to arrange furniture in a way that natural pathways are unobstructed. For instance, from the bed to the bathroom or from the door to the closet should be clear. This is a subtle way to ensure your rooms flow well.
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