Life, Styled
We all have an idea of what our dream home would look like, after all, that is what places like Houzz and Pinterest are for, right? You wish you could have those little personalized spaces and upscale feel in your home that makes it stand out from the ordinary. Sometimes we believe that the home we envision is far too luxurious for our budget, but that is not true. But with a little creative thinking, anything is possible! There are many ways to stretch a budget through good planning and a few helpful tricks that can give you the luxury you desire without breaking the bank. Let’s explore the various ways to achieve designing a luxury home on a budget and bring your dreams to life.
It’s in the Details
Often, it is the small things that have the greatest impact on the overall look and feel of the home. Together, these modest items can combine to give any space a sense of luxury and elegance when appropriately planned. Some of them include:
- Window treatments
- Backsplash
- Fixtures
- Rugs
- Hardware
Implementing these design styles can make a significant difference in your home. Window treatments are meant to enhance your windows, giving a luxurious feel. A bare window can make a room look empty and unfinished. There are various options, including floor-length curtains, layers, and even simple valances. Each is intended to accent the window and add depth to the area. A backsplash is another excellent way to add character and charm to your kitchen without hurting your budget, plus it provides texture and protection from grease splatters and other messes. It can also be turned into a nice focal point when a contrasting color or pattern is selected. Both lighting and plumbing fixtures are wonderful ways to instantly add a little luxury to the kitchen or bathroom. Warm metals like brass and gold have become increasingly popular as they add a unique touch to the design. They work well with multiple color choices, such as white, gray, and blue, and integrate seamlessly with various styles, whether farmhouse or traditional. Luxury is not just about looks, but also how it makes you feel, which is why rugs are a great choice for your home. The texture and layering it brings to your living space are important and also add comfort. Size is important when selecting a rug, and a good rule of thumb is to ensure it never takes up the whole room, but rather provides sufficient coverage that extends under a portion of the furniture. Jewelry and luxury often go hand in hand, so when we talk about hardware, we usually emphasize what it can do for your cabinets. Coming in a wide range of colors and materials, the choices are endless, and the cost is not bank-breaking. Be sure to discuss with your designer the details to include in your home renovation or refresh.
Luxury Style
Often, luxury is not just found in certain things but in how they make us feel; the overall style of a room matters and should be given careful consideration. It is essential to know what style makes us feel comfortable, as well as one that conveys a sense of elegance. Take inventory of the images saved in your Pinterest boards. Are there specific colors that stand out to you? What about materials such as glass, leather, or even wood? What type of finish do you prefer? Gold, brass, bronze, copper, brushed nickel, silver? Are there specific places you have stayed at, like a vacation home or resort, where you loved everything about it? Try to remember specific details that you could implement into your own home. Knowing the answers to these questions can help you and your designer formulate a renovation plan to give you those luxurious vibes on budget. Luxury and comfort often go hand in hand, especially at family gatherings.
Additional Interior Design Tips
When it comes to designing a luxury home, much of the work lies in the overall interior design plan. Here are a few more tips that can help you create and maintain a luxury feel.
- No clutter
- Furniture
- Color
- Art
Clutter will always be your number one enemy in quenching the feeling of luxury. A crowded and cluttered space never feels upscale, so be sure to have a plan in place to deal with the clutter before it becomes a problem. Don’t yield to the temptation of forming a junk pile of mail, papers, and magazines that you never intend to read. Either throw it away as soon as you bring it in or put it, like magazines, where you will read them, such as your nightstand or coffee table. Designate a specific area for shoes, coats, and backpacks in a closet near the door or a mudroom. This eliminates a mess in the entryway and speeds up your routine, as you will spend less time looking for the things you need. We know that time is also a luxury. Furniture plays a big part in the design of your room, but you don’t have to buy the biggest piece to make it feel fabulous. Pairing a couch with a lovely textured pillow over a plain one can make a big difference. Add a nice lamp stand and coffee table, and you are on your way to chic. Color can also have an impact on luxury, and sometimes dark palettes can feel more luxurious than the classic neutrals, such as gray and white. A black accent wall or even ceiling can transform your home into a luxury suitable for any palace. You can even go dark with accent pieces and furniture with a few pops of warm metal or glass. A final touch is artwork. A large piece on the wall can be not only a focal point but also a sense of elegance that demands attention. It does not have to be a specific picture; it can be a fun, abstract piece that speaks directly to you. A little of these will always go a long way.
Walker Woodworking Too much clutter can detract from your home’s wellness and leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and even depressed if it sticks around long enough. It can also make it difficult to concentrate, which can affect the entire family. It’s important to set about decluttering in an eco-friendly way to ensure that you aren’t throwing out things that could be put to good use elsewhere. With so many landfills already overflowing, it’s imperative for us all to do our part and keep recycling.
Keep reading for some great tips from Greenbook Design on how to declutter your home in an eco-friendly way.
Greenbrook DesignWarmer weather is just around the corner, meaning we can finally spend more time outside doing what we love, like grilling, swimming, and sitting around fire pits. One thing that all of these have in common is that they can be done in your own backyard. Outdoor spaces are trending this year and for good reason, since they provide a change of scenery for homeowners without having to drive somewhere, plus they add more usable space to your home. Enjoy fresh air, cool summer nights, and time with family all within the safety of your own home. Here are a few reasons and benefits to adding or upgrading your outdoor space.
Greenbrook DesignColor. It is what gives our world variety and speaks a language all its own. It is a versatile element that is used in various professions such as art, entertainment, and even cooking. Interior designers thrive on color to express their client’s personality and tell their story. Color is also the common thread that ties other elements, like texture and pattern. Woven together, they create a sense of unity and influence the mood. It is fairly common knowledge that each color implies a mood, such as blue is calm, green represents growth, and yellow expresses happiness. The colors you select for your home can have an effect on the atmosphere, and more and more homeowners are looking to add a little comfort with color.
Walker WoodworkingThe kitchen sink is probably one of the most important elements in the kitchen, since it’s where we wash dishes, rinse food, and wash our hands. There are so many options, such as stainless steel, porcelain, and ceramic. Then, of course, there are multiple styles and sizes. At Greenbrook, we are always looking for new items that will meet a need for our clients, and sinks definitely are one of them, which is why we are an authorized dealer for the Karran Sinks.
Walker Woodworking Old meets new to create a blend of something beautiful, which is one way to summarize grand millennial style. While minimalism is still a popular trend, many millennials are finding comfort and freedom of expression from their beloved family heritage. Grand millennial is a combination of the new with things of the past, like that old wingback chair from grandma’s attic, and breathing new life into it through reupholstering it. This style also pairs perfectly with many people’s desire to recycle and reduce waste by repurposing existing materials. Let’s unpack this style a little more and find out if it is right for you.
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