 First things first - Custom Window Treatments. Nothing changes the look of a room like the addition or change of window treatments. Window treatments greatly influence the feel of a room, and work as a bridge between the many styles that often end up in a home. Using lots of fabric in rich colors and textures can add formality. For a more casual look you can add tailored valances in simple fabrics. The options are endless, and there is a perfect design for your windows and needs.
Adding window treatments to your home will also "finish" a room. Leaving windows bare can make a well designed room look like the walls were forgotten - so be sure to dress those windows!
Another great impact on a room is the addition of color to your walls. You can get dramatic results for a relatively low cost just by painting - and what a difference it will make! Don't get stuck in the thought that white walls go with everything - it is just not true. White walls can make a room feel cold and impersonal - painting your walls a warm tone will make the room more welcoming. Use your furniture or your area rug to help lead you to the right color choice. Determine the base color of the fabric patterns in your room, and start there. And remember - if you don't like it, you can always repaint.
Changing the bedding and linens in a guest room can also dramatically change the appearance of a room. Again, you can go from one end of the spectrum to the other, formal and sophisticated to casual and comfortable, just by the choices you make for your bedding.
Lastly, maybe you just need to do a little refreshing and redesigning with the items you already have. Start by removing all of your accessories - knick knacks, table lamps, even the pictures on your wall. Now consider items from other rooms that you have never considered before. A side table and lamp from one room moved into the perfect spot in another room could be just what is needed. And finding new places to position your accessories will breath new life into your favorite pieces. The hallway is a perfect place to highlight a favorite knick knack.
So take the plunge, and make those changes. And if you still need some help, call me - I'll know just where to start.
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