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Home Inspiration · May 6, 2023

Interior Design Tips Every Beginner Should Know

Many homeowners desire to have the interior of their residence display stunning designs similar to those in magazines and TV shows. Admittedly, professional interior décor requires a lot of formal training, but that doesn’t mean beginners should be left out of the quest for glamourous spaces. As a novice, it’s easy to get stuck with your first indoor modelling project. Fortunately, these design tips can give yourself a head-start in your decoration journey.

Know your favourite colour schemes

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Before you start your interior design project, the first thing is figuring out your colour scheme. In other words, know exactly what elements you prefer. Beginners can derive inspiration by looking at decoration magazines to help figure out colour patterns they love. You can also visit a paint store to help you identify colour schemes that suit your preferences, so feel free to consider this. Choose hues that gel with your room’s lighting fixtures, wood tones, and other accessories.

Try not to push all your stuff to your walls

There is more to furniture arrangement than pushing everything to the corners and the walls. The central idea behind this technique is normally to save more space, which is understandable to some extent – but may not be as practical as you might think. Remember that your walls also need a few inches of space to breathe, so avoid stacking all the corners with chairs and tables. Your furniture pieces shouldn’t be tightly glued to your walls for a better outlook. Rather, consider placing elements like coffee tables and stools in the centre of your room. Adding plants in this area will also make your interior shine with a human-friendly environment.

Take accurate measurements of your windows

Correct measurement is instrumental in carrying out a successful window decor. Do less eye-balling and use the right tools to accurately measure dimensions before you buy bespoke items such as UK manufactured Roman Blinds or curtains. Indeed, Roman blinds can be a perfect alternative for your curtains; they come with thick linings to block out light (when required) while adding an extra insulation layer to your windows. Eliminate errors and reduce material wastage through accurate measurement. While at it, you should also pay extra attention to small things, including your lamp holders, paintings, and artefacts – these can make a vast difference in your interior decoration.

Spend wisely

Depending on your financial capability, you should spend smartly on your interior design. As a beginner, don’t bite more than you can chew. Taking things slowly and carefully is a smart decision. When buying furniture, the golden rule is to first get the basic components, namely your couch and bed. These crucial items attract serious attention from visitors, so make every penny count when investing. 

Having acquired your room’s must-have systems, you can fill in the gaps with other accessories. Your home will feel homey when each room gives out its signature look. Make sure all your senses treat you with the right feeling when interior designing your home.

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