Want a high-end look in your home but feeling choked by your budget? Try these pro decorator tips to give your rooms a luxe look for less….
I’m always trying to help my clients find ways to make their homes look more expensive, even when they are working with a modest budget. There are lots of ways to make your rooms appear richer and more luxurious that don’t have to cost an absolute fortune. With a few well-planned moves, you can make any room in your house feel like a million bucks.
Beefing up your architectural molding can go a long ways toward making your rooms feel richer. Wider crown moulding, taller base moulding and box trim can be added.
Here’s one of my favorite tricks: Install a thin piece of trim several inches below your existing crown moulding. Paint the drywall area between the two trim pieces the same color and finish as the trim. The bulkier your trim molding, the pricier it looks.
Wood flooring always elevates the look of a space. No carpet or other flooring material feels as rich as a beautiful wood floor. Sure, it may cost a pretty penny, but the pretty is well worth the cost. And when you sell your home, you’ll get a big return on your investment. In recent years, Bamboo has become popular as it not only costs less, it looks fabulous AND is a sustainable building product!
Throw pillows that are 18 inches or less can read store bought. Search for or have larger pillows made for your sofa — you’ll make the whole look of your living room more high end.
Nothing makes as much impact in a room as a new, interesting light fixture. Upgrade that brass chandelier and install an eye-catching personality piece like this one. You can find a variety of great lighting at big-box home improvement stores that can give you a higher-end look for less than you think.
Here’s a surprise: Did you know that painting your interior doors black instantly makes your space look more expensive? This simple change can make even inexpensive doors look like something truly special.
See? Even inexpensive flat panel doors feel richer with a coat of black paint. Don’t forget to add a few other black accents so that the doors tie in with your décor.
What are some of your “luxe for less” ideas?
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