Every once in a while it feels good to redecorate the house, doesn’t it?  However, many people don’t do it because they fear it will be a long and drawn out process.  Well, nothing could be further from the truth!  A gorgeous home doesn’t have to come at a huge cost or with a lot of effort.  There are plenty of ways to refresh the home with some simple and inspiring decorating projects.

When it comes to decorating your home, a good rule of thumb is that if something is used every day, it should be beautiful.  This applies to everything, from the kitchen cabinet knobs to the mail tray in the entryway; even the toothbrush holder.  Just a few easy tweaks can bring the right balance to anyone’s home.

Little things around the house

 It is actually really simple to breathe some new life into a home’s décor with the smallest of details.  See a funky old vase at a flea market?  Take it home and place it by the kitchen sink.  On the next trip to the supermarket, grab some bright tulips to brighten up the kitchen.  A small splash of color, using something as simple as a bouquet of fresh flowers, can lift the mood of any room.

In the kitchen

So much time is spent in the kitchen that it has become one of the most important rooms in the home.  Its look, functionality, and design should not be ignored.  An easy way to freshen up the look of the kitchen is to consider glass-front cabinet doors.  This is a great way to force the family to stay organized, but also a way to dress up the room.  Remember, not every cabinet needs glass doors; perhaps a good place to start would be to use glass doors to frame the sink area.  Additionally, for a pop of color, why not use colorful appliances for a cheery look?

In the bathroom

Make the bathroom feel more like a spa by containing clutter and choosing a soothing color scheme.  Feel free to try something different such as a feature wall papered in a modern geometric pattern.  Instead of curtains, create a modern and fresh look by updating to blinds or wooden shutters.  Many homeowners are surprised to see such affordable prices for window shutters when they start looking.  Don’t forget to include a few candles and oversized plush towels to complete the spa feeling, and, to tie the look together, why not use a small rug rather than a bathmat?

Consider feng shui

Most people want their homes to be a place where they can rest and relax, so they incorporate feng shui into their design schemes.  Literally translated as ‘wind-water’, feng shui is the Chinese practice of making a living space positive and empty of negative energy.  It may sound complicated, but introducing feng shui into any space isn’t very difficult.

For beginners, there are a few easy ways to incorporate feng shui into the design scheme by clearing out any clutter.  Improving the air quality by opening up the windows frequently and allowing natural light into the space is also an essential step.  Feng shui, just like good design, is all about balance and energy.

Aimee is an enthusiastic, well-educated freelance writer with a passion for Interior Design. She is fascinated at how different patterns, textures and lighting can completely change the look and atmosphere of a room. One day she would like to run her own Interior Design company, but for now is happy experimenting with new designs in her own house.