You don’t need designer furniture nor do you have hire out to transform your home. This blog is all about DIY projects that you can do (often budget-friendly and quickly) to update your space. There are many small ways you can update your space to create a luxury home.
There’s no need to break the bank in order to make your home look luxurious. With a few simple tips you can give your home a luxurious appearance without spending a fortune.
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1. Cabinet Handles
Keep it simple or get creative. Updating cabinet pulls and door handles/hardware to make will create a cohesive and modern look.
2. Outlet & Light switch Plates
New outlets, light switches and covers make a subtle but big difference.
3. Lighting
Light fixture often get forgotten when doing home updates. But they are a quick way to elevate your space. Hanging or flush mount, indoor or outdoor. There are so many options to choose from.
4. Door Handles
While you can spray paint your door handles for a quick fix, I recommend replacing them if your budget allows it. Handles are a high traffic area and since they see a lot of action just upgrading from the beginning is suggested.
There are a variety of styles and colors you can choose from, and dont forget to include your exterior doors when updating.
5. Fresh Paint
I suggest white for a clean and fresh look. Keeping it neutral with clean lines and the perfect finish will help create a luxury space.
6. Oversized Art
Before you buy it, try and make it (find out how here)! But if you aren’t crafty, or just do not have the time you can check out discount stores, facebook marketplace or of course Amazon.
Large artwork fills a blank space without much effort, and allows you to get as creative as you’d like.
7. White Towels
Make your home feel like a spa by adding white towels into your bathrooms and kitchen. You can find them at your local Tj Maxx or Home Goods for a really good price.
8. New Bedding
Go with a neutral color, and make sure it’s a fluffy one!
9. More Storage
More shelves, bookcases and baskets to help organize (and even hide) your items is a great way to keep your home looking clutter-free and luxurious.
10. Door/ cabinet Hinges
Matching hinges and your hardware creates a cohesive look throughout your space. It is a simple and inexpensive project that you can easily complete in on weekend.
11. Hang Curtains High
Give the illusion of a higher ceiling with curtains hung high. These velvet curtains are a personal favorite of mine, and they are in each of our bedrooms.
12. Add Natural Materials
The simplest way to add natural elements or stone in your home is decor or small pieces of furniture, like bar stools or coffee tables.
More things to consider..
Luxury is defined differently for everyone. Depending on your lifestyle and personal style some of these suggestions may not work for you, but remember these are just suggestions and ideas for what you can try in your home.
I have linked to some items throughout this post, but before you buy new consider up-cycling and buying second hand first. You’d be surprised what you can make with a little creativity and time.
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Some other things to consider are:
- Keeping it clutter-free: Whether you need to declutter to make some space, or just re-organize to make sure everything has a home, picking things up and gettin them off surfaces will create a cleaner more cohesive look.
- Stick to a color scheme: Even if you aren’t a neutral girly, using only a couple colors to decorate and curate your home again create a cohesive and luxurious look.
- Light Color: Bright white, or a cooler tone, whichever you choose make sure they match!
- Fresh flowers and plants: Plants and flowers bring a natural element to any space, add rich color and fragrance, and can highlight other colors, patterns, and textures in the space.
