Creating your dream home starts with working with what you already have, whether this is vast open space or perhaps a more compact, modern layout. Our homes come in all shapes and sizes, and this is the beauty of your own space – the decor opportunities are endless. We have created a guide with interior tips to help you design and decorate your large, medium or small home to give you some inspiration.
Small Interiors Ideas
In small spaces, less is more, and minimalism is key. You want to avoid clutter as this will make your space feel smaller and more cramped. We think that adding vertical furniture is a clever way to give the illusion that your home is bigger by drawing the eyes upwards. This can be achieved through tall bookcases, shelves, or a wall-mounted TV in your living room for instance. Multi-purpose furniture such as ottomans with hidden storage, fold-out desks, or sofa beds are clever choices for maximising space and adding storage without compromising on style. Furthermore, try pushing most of the furniture that you have to the wall, and try to achieve a more open floor plan to make your house seem more spacious.
Sheer curtains are a great way to flood your home with lots of natural light and make it feel very light and airy. By installing shutters, you can create the illusion of a brighter and more spacious home by controlling light and maximising the amount of natural light that makes it indoors. You could also opt for some colourful shutters, from our wide variety of shutters. Adding a pop of colour to your windows can make your rooms appear larger as it draws more attention to them.
Medium Interior Ideas
Medium-sized homes offer a perfect balance between space and cosiness. With medium-sized interiors, you can divide the space into functional zones using varying furniture arrangements or rugs to show the separation of areas. Through these little divisions within rooms and the home, you can create distinct areas for different activities, like a lounging area where a well-placed rug is, or wooden flooring for your dining space.
As you don’t need to worry about maximising space as much as you do with a small home, you can add hints of colour without feeling as though you are compromising on space. Adding a feature wall with either panelling or a fresh lick of paint can inject some personality into your home without being an overwhelming statement.
Having a variety of lighting, with that being natural light coming through your shutters, as well as a mix of bright, artificial lighting and softer mood lighting to add warmth and depth to your home.
Large Interior Ideas
Large spaces can be overwhelming and it’s often difficult to know where to begin. Similarly to medium-sized homes, you want to divide the space into functional zones using different furniture arrangements as key markers of what area is what. Unlike small interiors, in large spaces, you should pull statement furniture inwards to avoid any wasted space, but also to create some cosy, intimate zones. This arrangement encourages conversation and makes the room feel more inviting and sociable.
When decorating and designing a large interior, it’s important to maintain a consistent theme to avoid a disjointed feel. While you have the freedom to include various elements, it’s essential not to overdo it and end up with a mismatched home.
Larger rooms are more visually appealing when furnished with bigger pieces rather than lots of smaller items. Therefore, it’s crucial to consider the scale of your room and select furniture and accessories that complement the size of your space.
By following these tips, you can create a stylish and functional home that feels just right, no matter what size.
We are more than happy to aid you in designing your dream home, starting with selecting the best window coverings and shutters that you could think of. After all, who wants a dark home?
Get in touch to book your free home survey today to start decorating the home of your dreams!