How to Add a Touch of Luxury to Your Home
Make sure that you invest in key elements that will help you achieve that sophisticated look in your home.
18/06/2020
Although the idea of luxury is perceived
differently by everyone, we can all agree that
people appreciate that lush feeling, especially
in their own homes. Ideally, we would all like
to fill our homes with numerous designer pieces
and put them on display.
However, you
don’t need to run your wallets dry to get that
upscale look. Invest in key elements that will
surely help you achieve that sophisticated look
in your home. If you are not sure where to
start, here are some tips you can consider.
All of the Lights
We cannot stress how important it is to have good lighting. You could be living in a mansion, but if your lighting is poor it will all be for nothing. Make sure your windows live up to their true potential, move all the furniture, and let the daylight in. Remove those thick curtains, or replace them with light, airy ones. If you still feel your room is too dark, you can always add a nice floor lamp with copper or gold details. You’ll be surprised how much of a difference it can make!
Find Balance
Don’t be afraid to combine different colors,
materials, and textures! The important thing is
to find the
right balance. If you want to play
it safe, you can always pick neutrals like
pastel blue, eggshell, gray, and then add
occasional pops of color that bring a dose of
freshness.
On the other hand, if you are
bold and if you follow trends, you know that
this season is all about jewel tones like
emerald green, aubergine, ruby, etc. These can
be toned down by adding hints of metallic colors
here and there.
When it comes to
materials, velvet is your best and safest
choice. This timeless material will add a touch
of elegance to every room. In addition, velvet
goes really well with the aforementioned jewel
tones, so you can combine materials and colors
to achieve that lush feeling.
Another
material that has gained its reputation because
it’s so luxurious is marble. Now, we’re not
saying you need to install marble floors to add
some flair to your home. A simple marble tray
will do the trick!
Don’t Go Overboard
Remember, the ultimate goal is a sense of
luxury, not tackiness. Pick one or two styles
that work for your home — don’t go overboard.
All designers are in agreement that there should
be an 80:20 ratio when mixing two styles, which
means that 80% of the room should be in one
style, while the rest is reserved for the other.
When you are trying to incorporate two
styles into a room, the important thing is to
include common threads that bind the two. So,
for example, if you have a room filled with
antique, elaborate furniture, you can always
include a couple of modern pieces with a similar
theme to add a dose of freshness and elegance.
Quality Over Quantity
Speaking of furniture, it is always great to
have at least one or two pieces that are made of
high-quality materials. A great option is
open-shelving, an efficient and practical
solution that can also add a note of luxury.
These days, shelves are not used only to
display your books — they can be used as gallery
walls, even room dividers. These will not only
open up your space, but they will also bring a
sense of extravagance into your home.
If
you invest in a high-quality material like
bamboo plywood, your shelves will last you a
lifetime. This material is not only captivating
and elegant but also:
● Sustainable
●
Eco-friendly
● Affordable.
With these
bamboo panels, you will be able to install
high-class shelves everyone will envy.
Declutter!
Our final, but not any less important, tip of the day is to DECLUTTER. You can fill your home with a sea of luxurious pieces, but all of these will be of no use if your home is cluttered. Make sure to get rid of everything you don’t need so that your upscale home can truly get to shine. What’s best about this method is that it’s completely free!
Conclusion
Making your home luxurious has never been easier. We hope that these tips will help you turn your house into a refined residence with just a couple of adjustments.