Interior Design Secrets Everyone Should Know
Learn the tips and tricks the pros use to bring any space to life.
Bringing the interior design ideas you had in your head to life isn’t as easy as it seems. Between paint colors, furniture choices, accessories, and every other aspect, there are a million moving pieces that all play a role in the final product to create your dream home.
But instead of scratching your head over paint swatches or feeling overwhelmed with fabric samples, get some tried and true tips from the pros that will make the process feel a little bit easier.
Don’t Overlook the Walls
When people think “interior design,” a lot of times they only think about furniture. But interior design encompasses every aspect of a space—especially the walls! When it comes to complementing furnishings, think about what type of art or wallpaper will make your space pop. Opt for a bright and colorful print to offset neutral furniture, or go with simple and streamlined art if your style is more minimalist.
Learn to Love Pattern Mixing
Creating a room that’s all solid colors or a single pattern can get visually boring, and your eye doesn’t know where to look. Instead, embrace patterns in different areas, from throw pillows and area rugs to wallpaper and accessories. Mixing several patterns creates depth and layers for a more sophisticated space. Try incorporating different patterns all in the same color scheme, or use opposition to your advantage and choose similar patterns, like floral or stripes, at different scales.
Stick to a Cohesive Color Palette
If you’re feeling intimidated by interiors, one foolproof way to elegantly outfit your space is by keeping things a consistent color palette. Whether you opt for a range of neutral shades or pick a bright pop of color, sticking to tones within that same palette will make everything feel instantly pulled together. Just be sure to switch up the textures of your fabrics and finishes to keep things interesting.
Lean Into Your Home’s Architecture
If your home is built in a distinct architectural style, let that guide your interior design efforts. If your home is built in a mid-century style, for example, you wouldn’t want to go with ornate William & Mary furniture. Loosely match up the styles to keep things cohesive and true to the overall aesthetics of your home.
Incorporate Your Lifestyle
You have to live in your home, after all, so it’s important to think about how you’ll use a space when you’re designing it. If you have pets or like to entertain, all of those aspects of your day-to-day will make a big impact on how you use your space—so design accordingly. With pets and children, for example, a bright white couch may not be the most practical decision. Pick things you love that will function for you and your family’s needs.
Don’t Overdo It
When it comes to interiors, more isn’t always more. Use blank space thoughtfully to give your pieces some breathing room so they can make a bigger impact. Creating space between different pieces will also make your room feel bigger and brighter, so it’s win-win.
If you’re ready to start building your perfect home to bring your interior design vision to life, Atmos is ready to help. Get started today to make homebuilding easier than ever before.
