Let’s face it: not everyone has a knack for interior design. The process of figuring out your unique style and decorating your home often takes homeowners by surprise, proving more complex than initially thought.
That said, uncovering your creative eye is far from an impossible task. So, keep reading for helpful tips to help you discover your personal home decorating style.
1. Consider the outside of your home
An excellent place to start when you’re unsure how to design your home’s interior is to look at its exterior. Consider the architectural and aesthetic qualities of your house that caught your eye when you first purchased it. Maybe you want to lean into your home’s colonial or ranch style? Or, perhaps the large windows and bold, simple features can spark inspiration.
For additional help, you can scroll through floorplans from providers like Monster House Plans to get a better idea of the exterior design elements that strike you.
2. Browse the internet for inspiration
When in doubt, the internet is a treasure trove for ideas. Pinterest, for example, can change the game when seeking out valuable home decorating inspiration.
Who knows—maybe a virtual mood board is just the thing you need to get your creative juices flowing. If Pinterest isn’t your cup of tea, try browsing through Houzz: the Pinterest for everything home design relates.
Beyond that, you can try scanning through lists of trendy home decor ideas or take some online quizzes designed to help you figure out your style.
3. Consult your closet
If, on the other hand, your difficulty lies not in a lack of ideas but a lack of focus, your clothing style might give you some hints. As HGTV suggests, muted colors might point to a more contemporary decorating style, whereas eclectic clothing probably means you’ll prefer bright and cluttered decor.
If you were to lay out some favorite outfits and take a step back, what kind of style do they suggest, as a whole?
4. Purchase centerpieces to design around
During the beginning phases of decorating, it may help to explore a few decor items that speak to you without necessarily considering their collective style.
Buying furniture online gives you access to an incredible variety to choose from at essentially any price point. You could go with a focal point for each room in your home and then develop a style based on what “goes” with each centerpiece.
In the living room, for example, you might invest in a stunning sofa or TV stand and let the rest of the room flow around the focal point. Or, you could invest in hanging artwork to spruce up empty wall space and help guide the rest of the room decor.
5. Parting shot
You may not be a professional interior designer—but the good news is that you don’t need to be to decorate your home well. With a bit of exploration of your existing design decisions, personal style choices, and the wealth of ideas put forth by others, you’ll gain confidence in your decorating style.
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