{"id":1799,"date":"2016-05-02T15:15:06","date_gmt":"2016-05-02T22:15:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/?p=1799"},"modified":"2016-05-01T16:24:51","modified_gmt":"2016-05-01T23:24:51","slug":"how-to-decorate-like-an-interior-designer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/2016\/05\/how-to-decorate-like-an-interior-designer\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Decorate Like an Interior Designer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">When it comes to decorating our homes, it\u2019s tempting to jump in and buy the first thing we love. A little planning will yield better results. Learn how to decorate like an interior designer with our easy tips!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Create a Budget<\/strong><br \/>\nSetting a budget is the most important part of your project. Before buying anything, sit down and create a budget. Decorating projects take time. You don\u2019t need a huge lump sum to spend immediately. Instead, plan on saving and contributing money over time.<br \/>\nYour budget will determine the scope of your project. If money is tight, new accessories may be the key to your makeover. Even with a large budget, knowing how much you have to spend is important.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Gather Inspiration<\/strong><br \/>\nNow comes the fun part: gathering inspiration! Ask yourself a few questions. How will the room be used? How should it feel? Who will use the space? These questions will directly impact your decorating plan. If you\u2019re decorating a bright, cheery dining nook used for feeding kids, that white linen fabric you love is not a good choice.<br \/>\nNow look for pictures of rooms you love, accessories and fabrics that catch your eye, or beautiful color schemes. Ideas can come from anywhere. We are surrounded by inspiration in New York. Maybe you love sunsets over the Hudson, or you spotted an unusual color combination at the Met.<br \/>\nGather inspiring ideas on a Pinterest board or keep everything in a decorating binder that you can take shopping later.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Make a Plan<\/strong><br \/>\nAfter you\u2019ve gathered inspiration, it\u2019s time to make a plan. Look through the inspirational items you\u2019ve gathered and pull your favorites. Create an inspiration board that will set the tone for your room.<br \/>\nMeasure the room and create a floorplan. You can either do this by hand or by using an online program such as RoomSketcher.<br \/>\nDetermine the room\u2019s focal point (could be a fireplace, beautiful window, or even a TV), then add furniture to your floorplan. This guide to standard furniture sizes is a great reference.<br \/>\nNext, create a list of items to purchase. Add details about colors, materials, and dimensions (for example: gray velvet love seat, 35\u2033D x 60\u2033W). Refer back to your budget and set a price for each item. You may not pay these exact prices, but this will provide a helpful guide.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Buy the Big Pieces First<\/strong><br \/>\nOne important tip when learning how to decorate is that you should buy the big pieces first.<br \/>\nSay you\u2019re decorating a living room. Finding the perfect couch in your price range may be challenging. If you\u2019re trying to match that couch to curtains you\u2019ve already bought, it gets even more difficult. That\u2019s why accessories should come last!<br \/>\nTry to avoid purchasing sets. Doing so will give your home a cookie cutter feel. Instead, look for furniture that works together but doesn\u2019t match. The sales staff at your local furniture store can provide help, if you need it.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Add Accessories<\/strong><br \/>\nAfter you\u2019ve purchased the big items, it\u2019s time to add accessories.<br \/>\nAccessories are the perfect opportunity to add texture (soft, hard, smooth, etc.), color, and personality to your home. Think back to how you wanted the room to feel. Accessories can help you achieve this!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Take Your Time<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen learning how to decorate, the most important thing is to take your time!<br \/>\nA beautiful home does not happen overnight. Interior designers spend months or even years working on a project. Take your time, and you will be amazed at the results!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.coldwellbanker.com\/how-to-decorate-like-an-interior-designer\/\" target=\"_blank\">How to Decorate Like an Interior Designer<\/a> by Ginnie Leeming | Coldwell Banker Blue Matter<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to decorating our homes, it\u2019s tempting to jump in and buy the first thing we love. A little planning will yield better results. 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