Want to design a chic and inspiring home interior worthy of displaying on Pinterest? Most of us assume that such decor costs a lot of money to imitate.
But in actual fact, it’s possible to create a stylish and elegant home on the cheap. Here are just a few ways to create a Pinterest-worthy home without spending a fortune.
Stick mostly to neutral colors
It doesn’t cost a lot to paint a wall. Neutral colors like whites, grays and beiges are some of the most timeless and classy colors you can choose. They are great for using as a main color around your home.
To make each room more exciting, you can use pops of bolder colors like reds, blues or greens. Any color you choose will go well with the neutral backdrop. Accessories like curtains, rugs or pillows are great cheap ways to add pops of color.
Embrace minimalism
To imitate that showhome feel, it’s essential that you cut down on the clutter. Don’t go crazy with ornaments and hide away items like clothes and stationery.
Minimalism is clean and elegant – and it’s also cheap, because it means not spending money on trinkets.
Introduce soft warm lighting with lamps
Don’t just rely on an overhead ceiling light to illuminate rooms. Floor lamps and table lamps can be used to create a more dusky atmosphere by adding a soft warm glow to the corners of rooms.
This soft warm lighting can make cheap furniture look more expensive. When shopping for lamps, you’ll find many budget-friendly stylish options.
Spruce up rooms with houseplants
Houseplants bring a literal burst of life to rooms. They’re also excellent for adding pops of color and they can make an indoor space feel more relaxing by reminding us of nature.
On top of this, they’re great air purifiers. You can decorate tables and window sills with small plants, or introduce large floor-standing plants.
Layer fabrics for coziness
Experimenting with different types of texture is important for creating the right atmosphere. Fabrics can help to add coziness to a room – especially layers of different fabrics.
For example, you can make a sofa look much more inviting by tossing a throw or blanket on it and then adding some cushions. Deep-pile rugs and thick curtains can also make a room feel more cozy.
Add some mirrored furniture
Mirrored furniture can reflect light and bring a sparkle to rooms. This could include a chest of drawers with mirror surfaces in a bedroom, or a mirrored coffee table to add to a living room.
Such furniture feels luxurious, but often isn’t too expensive to buy, making a great option for a budget-friendly stylish home.
Create your own gallery wall
Gallery walls can mimic the sophisticated look of an art gallery. They’re also an orderly way to personalize your home with photos.
Such photos could tell a story of a certain place or event, or they could be a mixture of photos from various happy moments in your life. The wall on a staircase or a living room wall can be great places to feature a gallery wall.
