Whether you’ve just moved or are looking for a quick, little home perk up there are some tricks that well-known interior designers employ that you can easily do too.

It’s the smallest things that make the biggest impact. Take a look at these clever design tips and see if they inspire you.

Light, Soft Small Rooms

Small rooms leave you feeling cramped and uncomfortable, but these are easily opened with some nifty techniques. Use light colours to bring a sense of airiness to the room, keeping away from constraining patterns. Ample use of mirrors not only reflect natural light but create an optical illusion that makes the room seem larger than it is.

Mix It Up

All interior designers will relay to you the importance of displaying who you are, your personality and your style in your home, so embrace those pieces of furniture that have been passed down to you. There’s nothing wrong with placing family heirlooms alongside your contemporary décor. It tells a story.

Use What You Already Have

We all have items in our possession, probably packed away in boxes somewhere and haven’t given them a second glance. Your home needs accessories. Instead of dashing to the shop, take a look at what you already have. Decorative plates that are collecting dust can be hung to create wonderful wall art. Art from children’s books can be framed and adorn nursery walls. Just be imaginative with what you already have.

Go Green

Plants should be in all living spaces. They are an inexpensive way to add colour and texture to a space. Not only are they beautiful, they can clean household air and balance humidity. They absorb pollutants and remove harmful gases from the air.

Furniture Refresh

The simplest and most inexpensive way to transform a dated space is to apply a coat of paint somewhere unexpected. Bookcases are an ideal place to start because there is no need to paint a large area. The instant pop of colour will brighten and re-energise any room. You could also use wallpaper; a patterned option would look striking against a bold coloured wall.

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