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Chic Bedroom Design Ideas You Have to Try

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Your bedroom is meant to be that relaxing oasis in your home. It is your escape from all the excitement and noise in your house, it is meant to be soothing and inviting, and yet be inspiring from a design and décor standpoint. If your bedroom is currently lacking in all of the above categories, then it’s time to start thinking about a makeover project. Not only is a stylish and chic bedroom great to look at it, but it can also help to create that sense of calm that encourages healthy sleep habits.

So, before you start feeling overwhelmed with the massive amount of design options out there, here are the top chic ideas to try.

Invest in New Bedroom Furniture

If it’s been years since you invested in new bedroom furniture, it’s time to use a critical eye and take a good look at what you have. Dated furniture is only going to take away from the overall look and feel of the room, no matter what décor you try to match up with it. Even if you don’t have the budget to replace all the furniture, start with one piece and add to it over time.

So, which piece should be replaced first? There’s a good chance that your bed frame is the largest piece of furniture in your room, therefore, it’s a natural starting point. Replacing your bed frame will give the most impact in the room. 

Make sure to choose a frame that allows you to place a mattress foundation and the mattress. You need a good foundation for your mattress in order to properly distribute your weight and prevent sagging of the mattress itself.

Don’t Be Afraid to Mix and Match

This particular tip goes hand-in-hand with the furniture, as an eclectic look in a bedroom is both chic and stylish. Don’t be afraid to mix and match different textures, prints, materials, and even styles. The end result can be something truly beautiful and custom looking.

If you’re having a hard time figuring out what works and doesn’t work together, start with a color palette, and then choose elements that stick to that palette. That will automatically create the sense of flow that you’re trying to achieve.

Embrace Wallpaper

If the word “wallpaper” instantly transports you to the 1980s it’s time to think again. Today’s wallpaper designs and even construction is not at all that of the old styles. Wallpaper is now easier to hang and remove, and you’ll find a massive selection of designs. Even if you just hang wallpaper on one wall of the bedroom, it will instantly elevate the sophistication and elegance in the room. It can also act as a design focal-point.

Give Attention to Your Bedroom Lighting

Your bedroom also acts as the perfect room to tackle a lighting project. From hanging lights, pendant lights, wall sconces, bedside lamps, and chandeliers the options are endless. Lighting is able to add to the room’s ambiance and style, so be sure that you already have a cohesive design vision in place. This will make it much easier to pick out the “perfect” lighting.

Bring in the Decor Pieces

The final touch to any bedroom design is the decor. This is where you can get really creative and let your own personality and design style show. Items such as artwork, plants, vases, and other decorative pieces can truly finish off the design.

A Beautiful and Welcoming Bedroom Design

Using each of these tips will help you to create a bedroom that isn’t just chic and beautiful but is also incredibly welcoming. By the time you’re done your bedroom will look like something straight out of an interior design magazine.

 

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Travel thoughts: Interior design for holiday homes

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A property with the WOW factor doesn’t happen by magic. It takes imagination and skill. But if you haven’t got the money to employ a qualified interior designer, there are plenty of good tips on the web. A savvy hotelier or holiday homeowner with a good eye for design can easily use this free information to improve the look and feel of their property for a fraction of the cost. So why don’t they?

I travel a lot for my job, so I am in and out of spaces all the time: hotels, apartments and villas. I have rented them all. I’ve also used big and small agents: Airbnb, Booking.com, James Villas’s and independent owners. Depending on where I am and what suits my needs, I select a property on a mix of location, size, facilities and look Location and size can’t be changed, but the amenities and interior design can. Facilities are a blog post for the future, but for now, these are my top tips for achieving attractive holiday home spaces.

 

Space

Cramming the communal areas with too much furniture, especially in open plan living arrangements is one of the biggest mistakes to be made. In large properties, sofas and armchairs should be clustered together to create cosy areas. And the use of different colours, textures and patterns in specific areas such as sitting rooms and dining rooms can add appeal and intrigue.

 

Light it up

Lighting sets the mood and ambience of a room. Too little and the place is gloomy and depressing. Too much, and it feels sterile and unwelcoming. If you are going to invest time and money, to improve a room, lighting is an essential element to get right. When natural light is weak, use cleverly positioned mirrors within a space to highlight the colours, textures and patterns. When an interior space is too bright, soften the area with textural curtains or blinds.

 

Add Colour

Colour sets the tone and mood of property just as much as the lighting. So it’s worth researching the psychology of colour. However, bear in mind that not all the design tips for using colour will suit your property. For instance, in chalet interior design, where wood tones tend to dominate the palette, red may not be the best choice for a dining room. And green may not be ideal for a small bedroom.  

 

Fabric softener

Fabrics are perfect for adding interest, texture and colour to a room. They can be employed used to create character and style by either complimenting or contrasting depending on the feel you want to achieve. A classic interior design styling tip for integrating soft texture within a bedroom is the use of cushions and bedspreads. And rugs are ideal for adding depth and warmth in a living space. The overall number one interior design tip for creating harmony within a room is accessory repetition. And three is always the magic number.

 

Maintenance

Above all, remember there is no point creating unity of colour, texture and pattern if the windows are dirty or curtains are unevenly hung. A good cleaner is worth their weight in gold. And no one likes shabby furniture or broken appliances, so please owners – stay on top of the maintenance!

For a more in-depth knowledge of a chic home environment and other themes, here’s how to become an interior designer, so you won’t need to hire a pro if you need one.

Revised from a blog written for the OVO network

 

Sam stone is a freelance writer with an enviable job of being a travel and lifestyle blogger After working in the publishing industry for 15 years, she now travels the globe documenting her experiences for commissioned blogs and specialised web content. Based in Cornwall she unapologetically confesses to being a beach bum and obsessed foodie who is always on the lookout for her next big adventure!

Interior Design Ideas For When You Have Children

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Cleaning, decluttering, interior design. We have become obsessed with our homes. In an uncertain world the one thing it seems we have control of is our own environment. From Marie Kondo to Mrs Hinch, interior design and home improvements have become trendy. This is all well and good but if you have children it can be hard to have your home the way you want it and keep it that way.  So here are some things I try to do to keep my home a beautiful place to live.
Rotate their toys.
My children have an insane amount of toys. Toys from grandparents, their cousins old toys, toys mummy gets sent because she is an editor of a magazine. I find having boxes around and then rotating which boxes are out helps. This way they can get variety and do not use the same toys all of the time, and their other toys are tidied away where they are supposed to go. If they want the other toys, they tidy the ones they are playing with away.
Get them involved. 
Our son will tidy if asked and already helps with some chores. Children tend to love helping out with chores. Even when they are young. It has novelty factor and makes them feel grown up.
Implement some rules. 
Children learn habits and rules early on. If you install rules early it will be easier to make children keep them. Make sure they learn how to tidy up after themselves. Tell them off if they try to colour in the walls. Show them where to put their shoes and coat. Even little things make a difference.
Make sure they are safe. 
Children have a habit of getting into trouble. Have child locks on cupboard doors and drawers. Have cushioned door stoppers on all of the doors to protect little fingers. It is also important to have toughened glass in any areas that need it. Tuffx Glass is one of the leading manufacturers of toughened glass in the UK, and provide commercial and non-commercial products. One of their biggest recent works includes providing toughened glass for The Shard in London. It will look amazing while keeping your little one safe.
Don’t compromise on style. 
While some things should not be around children: anything spiky or any chocking hazards, there are a lot of stylish things you can have despite having children. You can even buy them little stools and their own furniture. A great thing to have a lot of is cushions. Make them bold and beautiful and when they are placed around the floor to stop banged heads the room will still look great.
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Key Features of a Custom-Designed Bathroom & How It Can Benefit Those With Mobility Difficulties

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So, you’re looking for a custom-designed bathroom. But as much as you want one with a contemporary design to match your preferences, a bathroom that’s practical is top of your agenda.

As the bathroom is one of the most used rooms in the household, it’s important that everyone can use it with ease. Imagine not being able to get ready in the morning without the help of a family member. For many, this is a reality.

It’s because of this that custom-designed bathrooms are often the perfect solution for those with mobility difficulties. Their custom features can make all the difference when it comes to carrying out the everyday tasks with independence and comfort.

So, if you’re considering a custom designed bathroom, such as an Oak Healthcare disabled bathroom, for your household or for a loved one, here’s a list of key features and how they contribute to suiting all of your required needs.

Railings

A key component of a custom-designed bathroom is the inclusion of grab rails fitted at various heights around the bath, shower, toilet and sink. They offer extra grip and support to make sure those with reduced mobility can move around and operate independently.

Walk in Shower/Wet Room

Fully walk or wheel-in showers are also central features of custom-designed bathrooms, and are particularly useful for those who require more room. Many designs also offer non-slip floor surfaces to help those who aren’t too stable on their feet, so they can shower with ease.

Showerheads installed in customised bathrooms are also designed to be adjustable and flexible, so users don’t have to stretch and strain to operate the facilities.

Benches

The inclusion of shower benches or bathing-boards are also important features of customised bathrooms for those with mobility difficulties. Placed for the users convenience, they can help make the process of cleaning less of a burden. For many families, they also give peace of mind knowing that the individual is both comfortable and safe when washing.

Customised Tapware

Many customised bathrooms also take the tiniest of bathroom components into consideration. From taps with grip materials, to lowered mirrors and shelves, personalised bathrooms help to make sure that even the smallest of tasks are easy to carry out – so that whatever your requirements, you’re catered for in every way possible.

Mykea customises your Ikea furniture {Design}

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Ikea’s modular furniture might be fab, cheap and functional but it can be a bit drab. Mykea sells decals and decoration specifically for your Ikea furniture. They sell amazing and rather pretty pieces by designers. You also have the option of uploading your own photo or artwork which make a fantastic new way to display your memories and creativity rather than hanging them on your walls in the traditional manner.

They’ve got a great easy to use site but the number of furniture varieties they provide designs for is failry limited.

Take a look at the Mykea site