You can watch all the HGTV shows and read all the interior design articles you want, but if your space doesn’t feel like you, then you’re never going to like it. A home that doesn’t incorporate any personal tastes or unique elements into its style is just going to end up feeling drab and cold—no matter how trendy your colors or décor might be!
If you’ve been having trouble infusing personality into the interior design of your home, it’s time to call in the experts. Start with these tips to help make your space feel more beautifully, distinctively, you!
Skip the furniture sets.
Buying a nice living room or bedroom set is a foolproof way to ensure your furniture matches and the room looks cohesive—but it’s also boring! Easy and prepackaged isn’t going to make the noise you want in your interior design; it’ll make your home look formulaic and lackluster. Instead, opt for unique, individual furniture pieces that have the right balance of contrast and complement.
Use yourself as inspiration.
What personality is going to brighten up your home better than your own? Start your design process by choosing colors, patterns, and textures that interest you and make you feel good!
Think hard about how you can make those elements work together to create a truly one-of-a-kind style. Are you loud and passionate? Go for something bold and opulent. Reserved and low-key? Choose a more organized, minimalist theme.
Avoid too many statement pieces.
When it comes to adding personality to your home, statement pieces are your best friend. If you use too many though, it takes away their power. Just like if you have too many conflicting patterns going on in one space, an overabundance of flashy, singular pieces of furniture or décor will overwhelm the senses in a negative way.
Work in a few of your favorite, one-of-a-kind items against neutral backdrops and plain surrounding pieces. This way, the statement pieces that you do have will stand out and give the room some focus!
Do you have a lot of personality to implement but limited design knowledge to do it effectively? Team up with DC’s most talented interior designers at Hudson & Crane! We specialize in transforming dull, ill-defined places into artisan spaces filled with unique and alluring character. Reach out to us today to learn more about which of our design services is right for you!