“Be faithful to your own taste, because nothing you really like is ever out of style.” —Billy Baldwin. Every home is different. Every piece in your home reflects something about you. After home buying expenses, the next big expense is the doing up the interiors.
Developers do a great job at making average homes look great through the Interiors and furnishing and get Home Buyers to fall in love with their product. This is known as the mock up unit. However, did you know developers send close to 1 Crore for the interiors of a mock up? Hence achieving that level of look and feel is not possible for a regular home buyer. However, a few smart moves can help you get your Home interiors done in a classy way without burning a hole in your pocket.
Here are a few steps that you could try out:
RECYCLE – If you have picked up a fantastic piece of furniture earlier, try and reuse it in your new home too. Not only does it save you money, but it also brings in the great memories of your previous home and make the new home more welcoming.
REFURBISHED FURNITURE: You could upcycle your furniture by adding a coat of polish or by even changing the fabrics. Add some cool wallpaper prints to change the mood of the room . Look for ways you can turn your existing furniture pieces into something interesting and look like new.
SECOND-HAND: Some of you might not like the idea of using somebody else’s stuff. But you might never know when one’s trash can be another’s treasure. Some pieces might go well for the kind of style you want. Hence take the leap forward to explore great second-hand pieces. There are plenty of websites which trade in second hand /antique furniture.
KNOW WHAT YOU WANT: Just like any other decision, make a list of essentials and prioritize what you are going for. This is a very great tip when it comes to cutting down on mass purchases. It also helps you be mindful of your budget and making you a value conscious shopper.
MULTIPURPOSE ALL THE WAY: Why not sue the same space and furtniture for different purposes? Some really great examples are; A dining table which converts to a study table, a sofa to a bed, a foldable partition door to expand the living space when required ( This is an option provided at Godrej Retreat and Godrej Splendour projects in Bangalore). This helps cut down a lot of your space and makes your home very organized.
AVOID MATCHING SETS: One of the worst mistakes you can do is purchase furniture that comes in a matching set. The catalog from the showroom might urge you to purchase that comes in a set. However, remember that matching sets can make your home look boring, monotonous and out of style. Its always better to go for DIY approach ( if you do not have an interior designer assisting you) and see what work well according to your tastes and needs.
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