The reality is, no interior is ever really finished. The spaces in a home are continually evolving whether it’s due to a change in tastes or lifestyle, or simply because objects come and go. That doesn’t mean you can’t get to a point where your interior looks and feels complete. A space which represents your personality and you can’t wait to come home to.
Furniture, accessories and art are a great way to add the finishing touch to a room. Whether it’s filling up an unloved corner, adding a pop of colour to a blank wall or making your space more personal, these items can create that final flourish you desire for your interior.
We’ve put together some tips and tricks to help you get started. If your home still looks like you have just moved in or you’re wanting to pull your design scheme together, this advice will be very helpful.
Consider the Interior Design of Your Home
Before you go shopping for homewares, furniture and art, it’s important to consider the interior design of your home. Does the home have a particular style? Have you created a theme for some of the rooms? What is the feeling your interiors evoke?
Take into consideration the colour palette, finishes and the existing furniture you have in the room you want to build upon. This will help you create a more coherent space where everything works together rather than competes.
Be Brave and Have Fun With It
All too often we’re overly serious about our interiors. Decorating, especially with accessories and art, allows you the opportunity to inject your own personality in the space.
Go have some fun looking in stores and galleries for things that inspire you. Stray away from the trends and let your personality dictate what you fill your home with. You may be an avid traveller, so objects from all over the world or oversized photographs from exotic locations could be the perfect pieces to finish off your space. You may love colour or print, then an occasional chair upholstered in a bold fabric could instantly add that pop your room needs to feel more like yours.
Layer With Texture
Texture is a great way to add visual interest and richness to your home. If you feel your interior is lacking warmth or looks a little bland, incorporating textural pieces will instantly lift the space.
A simple way to layer with texture is through soft furnishings like cushions, throws, rugs and curtains. Consider the areas that are looking a little flat. A large rug can add dimension to a plain floor, scatter cushions of different sizes and fabrics can lift a sofa or soft linen curtains draping down to the floor can perfectly frame a window.
Furniture is also effective at adding texture to a space. A timber coffee table for example, with its rich grain and natural imperfections will bring a feeling of warmth and age into a room. An occasional chair like our Oslo that combines Tasmanian oak with a quality fabric, will enhance the overall sense of texture in any interior.
Create Visual Groupings
If your interior is lacking a little something, chances are you’ve displayed some of your accessories or art on their own. While it’s a good start, sometimes they can look out of place or get lost within a room.
Grouping objects together will provide a greater impact and add weight. This applies to your accessories, art and furniture. A sofa on its own for example, can look plain and uninviting. Place a side table next to it, an ottoman and a lamp and you’ve created an interesting area of your room.
When you’re arranging your accessories on a buffet, a bookshelf or coffee table, follow the rule of grouping in threes. Play with different heights and materials but keep the pieces in a complimentary colour palette. This way, regardless of where you source your objects, you’ll have an effortless, yet styled feeling that works with your design scheme.
