What would you buy if you won the lottery? Think about it and you will probably discover that you don’t need to win in order to dream and make your plan for an improved look! It does help to be creative and use your time and energy wisely! The same applies for all phases of pleasing interiors. A competent interior designer can save you money by not making mistakes and making it happen!
Another game is “Would I move it?” Between the two questions, you can begin to edit your personal belongings and have a more attractive interior. Remember – useful, beautiful, meaningful or it goes! If you wouldn’t move it why keep it? Think big picture.This is what I would want if cost were no object! Early on in my career it was important for my home to look like it was well put together on a small budget. I did custom built ins, just like they do now on HGTV. They look best, fill the space perfectly and give you the best storage. Paint is the least expensive way to add color but for resale neutral is best with bright accents.
In order to save, you have to look for the parts and put them together yourself. You can find a bigger table top that may have repairable damage, glass that is slightly scratched and separate bases. Painting and repairing is part of extending your budget as much as possible.
Appliances may be from a showroom changing to new offerings. Antique stores offer a variety of options that are affordable.
The difference between your home looking great and like left overs is knowing when to spend money on the items that elevate the entire home to a higher level. Ever add up all of the small purchases and garage sale items and know that for that amount you could have purchased one great item that you would keep and love? Look to award winning designers and their portfolios – a consultation will pay for itself! (And you can still say you did it yourself!)
Visit my Pinterest board – Favorite Rooms to see a few of my favorite dreams!
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