Simple Tips for Creating a Cohesive Space

Simple Tips for Creating a Cohesive Space

Guest Blogger – Kacey Mya

You may have the picture-perfect vases and glassware that produce a glistening display in your cupboard. You might even own the most breath-taking Victorian era furniture in pristine condition. But even the most perfect of accessories can fall flat in a room lacking a cohesive space.Creating a sense of unity in your home is a top priority, especially when it comes to getting the most out of your preexisting style and decor. When it comes to designing your home, there is no right or wrong. It’s a matter of choosing what accessories, colors, and furnishings best suit you and making all of your preferences work flawlessly together.Every home is about as unique and varied as the individuals who live in it — so why not let it show? You don't have to settle for mundane color schemes or one specific style to create the ultimate look in your home.If your rooms seem to emit a sort of choppiness or you can’t quite get the looks of your room to flow, be sure to check out our simple tips for creating a cohesive look in your home below.

Choose Your Paint WiselyThe hue of paint you choose to color your walls in can make or break the style of your space. While extravagant wallpaper and various room colorings can offer a sense of style to any room, you may want to choose a neutral shade that will allow the furniture and accessories to be the focal point instead.Just because neon yellow is your favorite color doesn’t mean you should splatter it onto your walls. When you want to connect your room’s overall look, choose a wall color that doesn’t detract your eye from what truly matters. The color of each room should enhance your décor — not overshadow it.Keep Your Flooring Consistent While you don't want every room to look like a mirror image of the one before it, the material you choose for your flooring should remain the same. Keeping your flooring consistent is even more crucial in apartments and smaller homes because a variety of designs will impair your ability to achieve a connected look. If you want to create a cohesive look in your home, choosing the right flooring is vital. Consider the floor styles that compliment your aesthetic and compare color schemes of wood and tiles to your existing layout. Remember that you can mix up the tiles and patterns — just try to keep the appearance and style consistent. Mimic Styles Without Mirroring CompletelyYou can’t achieve cohesion in your home when your living room is shrouded in retro décor and your dining room is entirely vintage. Instead of choosing distinct looks for every room, make sure the theme and style are apparent throughout.If you’re going for a country style look, be sure to incorporate rustic accessories into every room. Be careful that you don’t replicate each room’s look entirely, however — too much similarity can cause a mundane and lackluster appearance. Realize That Less Truly is MoreWhile a quick trip to your local supercenter for a few necessities can quickly turn into a few hours spent perusing the decoration aisle, remember to put down unwanted accessories the next time you go shopping.When it comes to decorations, less really is more. A room cannot achieve a connected look when it has too many accessories preventing your overall style from coming together. Consider minimalist decorations that allow you to still add a touch of panache without going overboard in the process. Know Your Style and Stick to ItCohesion doesn't come in one size, shape, or color. If you believe a tied-together look is synonymous with basic décor and interior furnishings, think again. Research studies show that humans crave a touch of personalization in their daily life decisions — home décor included! How cozy can your home honestly be if you don't feel like you had any power over how it looks? You can decorate your home with your unique style — the key is to just stick with your favored look throughout the entire house. Intermingle the Old with the NewJust because you want a polished style doesn't mean your home has to include décor made entirely within the last year. The most beautiful homes combine a mixture of various elements that defined the different time periods. To create a cohesive look with an added interest, try pairing traditional pieces with timeless vintage accessories. When it comes to decorating your home to perfection, there is no "correct" blueprint for success. Just know your style beforehand and shape your interests into a connected look that emits the most breath-taking display.

Kacey is a lifestyle blogger for The Drifter Collective, an eclectic lifestyle blog that expresses various forms of style through the influence of culture and the world around us. Kacey graduated with a degree in Communications while working for a lifestyle magazine. She has been able to fully embrace herself with the knowledge of nature, the power of exploring other locations and cultures, all while portraying her love for the world around her through her visually pleasing, culturally embracing and inspiring posts.

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Simple Steps to Take If You Want to Restyle Your Room

Simple Steps to Take If You Want To Restyle Your Room

Guest Blogger: Kacey Mya Bradley, Lifestyle & Travel Blogger

Every so often, it can just feel like it’s time for a change, especially if the interior of your living space has looked the same for a long time. It’s easy to have a vague picture of a newly designed room in your head that will make your decorating itch go away, but it’s an entirely different challenge to make that dream part of your home. There are many different challenges that people face when deciding how to restyle a room, but there’s no need to worry about any of them. Each can be met with ease if you approach them with thoughtful decisions. The key is to take your time. If you want your room to be perfect, you can’t rush it!

1. Rearrange Your Furniture This is the easiest and cheapest way to solve your problem. Don’t spend a bunch of money on getting new interior decorations and paint cans before rearranging your furniture. This can help reframe your mindset on your living space and might make you feel like you can relax without heading to the store. Try restructuring the layout of your room by placing your furniture around a focal point. This can be a TV, a fireplace, a dresser, anything you think will stand out or be the center of attention. Even if you think it may look terrible, get out some sliders and move your furniture to places you wouldn’t normally put them. You may find that this simple act gives your room a facelift and more time to save money for the next big re-decorating session.

2. Find Your Style Interior design isn’t just something that happens without a theme. You might want to place very little in your room to keep it open and warm, but even that falls under the decorating style of minimalistic. If you try rearranging and get assured that you need to start a room from scratch, first you need to find out what style fits your personality the most. You’ll also have to consider if the room theme you choose will work best for what purpose the room serves. For example, you might like the look of decorative antiques that add texture and history, but if an office space is cluttered with thrift store treasures, it may not conduct a good environment for you to produce your best work. Know yourself and know your theme, then go with what works best for the room.

3. Invest Your Money The idea behind a good restyling is that you’ll be thrilled with the results and won’t want to spend the same amount of money or more in the near future. Furniture is a huge factor in this. A couch or bed frame might look great with what you want your room to become, but will the material last long? Ideally, you should know what makes furniture a good investment because you go spending your money. That couch should last you five to ten years, and that bed frame even longer.

4. Get the Right Paint Choosing a new paint color for your room can be the most exciting and terrifying part about decorating. It gives the look of your room new life, but there are about a million shades of your favorite color to choose from. Thankfully, there are some easy ways to help pick out the right color for your room, and none of them involve trial and error.

5. When in Doubt, DIY Sometimes even with the best decorating, rooms can feel like they’re missing something. If you find yourself in this situation, fix your uneasiness with a Do It Yourself project! These can be as little as homemade picture frames or as big as house renovations, and there are some basic rules to follow to stay safe and create something perfect. Don’t have a history in crafts? You can still do a DIY project, just choose one that you’re confident in!

Whether you’re restyling one room or multiple, starting out can make you feel like you’re constantly hitting roadblocks if you don’t know where to go. No matter what the purpose of your room is, following steps like these will help you figure out exactly what you want and how to get it without draining your wallet. All it takes is an idea of what you’d like and you’re ready to go.

Thank you for sharing this stylish post today, Kacey!