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7 Simple Ways to Make Your Home Luxurious

March 11, 2020 by Jeremy Lindy

Having a luxurious home doesn’t have to be a far off dream. You can live in one today by just doing a few simple changes. Here are some tricks you can do to make your home look more elegant on a budget.

1. Add in touches of high-end materials

Materials like marble, leather, antique gold, solid wood, and crystal all add that instant touch of elegance to your home. They don’t have to completely take up a space. It can be in little things such as a marble vase, a mirror with antique gold piping, or varnished wooden railings. Some of these items don’t have to cost you a fortune either. Just take a look at your local Craigslist listings and Facebook marketplace for secondhand furniture and decor made in these materials. 

2. Repaint walls  your walls

If you’re looking to make a big difference to a space, consider repainting the walls. It’s inexpensive and can really transform a room. Most luxurious homes have walls painted in neutral hues. Opt for colors like cream, beige, brown or honey. These are classic colors that make a room feel calmer and bring the focus back to your furniture. You can also take the dramatic route and pick hues like dark reds and blues. These are good choices for that added character and understated elegance.

3. Blend in your appliances

Certain appliances can look out of place in a room. One thing you’ll notice in luxurious homes is that the appliances blend in with the space. You can do the same by repainting your appliances or installing matching shelves for them. But before you do, make sure to get a home warranty to protect any potential damage. Most high-ticket appliances are covered with this type of warranty and can prevent high costs in case it gets damaged during the remodel process.

4. Move around furniture 

Speaking of furniture, consider moving them around. Most homes feel luxurious because furniture is placed strategically to hide clutter. Put away anything that isn’t decorative and only display items that add character to your home such as antiques, framed pictures, memorabilia, etc.

5. Think of the smell

Try to remember the last time you visited a luxurious hotel or spa, what was one of the first things you noticed? Aside from the interior decor, you probably noticed how nice the place smells. Try to do the same for yours by adding in some scents. Start with a clean home first. You need to regularly take out your garbage, dust your furniture, and replace the fabrics in your home.

Once you have removed the source of bad odors, it’s time to add in those desirable scents. You can do this by lighting scented candles, diffusing essential oils, spraying your pillows, etc. Fragrances may be invisible but they create a huge impact on how a home feels.

6. Install large-scale art

Consider adding in a big piece of art to your living room. This will instantly transform your space and will be a great conversation when guests come in. There are plenty of inexpensive wall-arts you can buy at home decor stores. You can even have one printed off the internet. If you want it to be more personal, consider hunting for wall art at secondhand shops and estate sales.

7. Change your lighting

The right lighting can turn a space from depressing to relaxing. Change your light fixtures to something more soft  like warm yellow, and be generous with it. This will only increase the elegant feeling in your home. If you’d like to take it a step further, you can get custom lamps and chandeliers. Again, you can find these pieces at thrift shops and garage sales.

Which of these tips are you going to try out first? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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