A Thoughtful Room
There are multiple factors that go into making a well designed room. I’m here to walk you through the most important elements that make it look thought out and a place you will love!
Design By Robin Henry Studio
Step one: Stay away from matchy matchy. It’s easy to walk into a furniture store and buy the whole furniture set. A well designed room is one that has furniture that looks collected over time. Don’t be afraid to mix textures, fabrics, patterns, wood tones, and colors. A nice rule of thumb is to find a common element to tie a few key pieces together somehow. For example, purchasing furniture and accessories with brass hardware or styling with mid century modern pieces.
Designer Tip: Shop around. Make sure to visit at least 3-5 furniture sources whether it be in person or online. Mix and match furniture from different stores and collections.
Design by Jess Cooney
Design by Heidi Caillier Design
Step two: Mixing materials. A space designed with the same material can be boring. By mixing different surfaces in a space you add texture, dimension, and interest! I love to have at least 3 different materials in a client’s space if I can help it. For example, a wood coffee table, a fabric sofa, a leather chair, and a metal end table.
Designer Tip: Don’t forget about your accessories! Materials like a seagrass storage basket or a glass vase are just as important to making the space more textural!
Design by Thurman Design Studio
Step three: Collect wall art. I admire homes that have art work with sentimental value, whether it be a family heirloom, a place they have traveled to, a special family photo, or something they picked up and loved. I try to mix mediums of wall art. For example, I will place a mirror and paintings in one room and strategically place family photos and sculptural art in a nearby space.
Designer Tip: Mixing frames will add interest to your home. Don’t be afraid to hang frames with different finishes and materials.
Design by Madison Modern Home
Design by Callahan Interiors
Step four: Layer your room. You have your furniture and art work, now what? There are multiple elements that help finish a space. Window treatments, rugs, greenery, and accessories are key features that help bring your room together. This is where color and pattern can play a major role. Choose 2 or 3 colors and finalize your room with throw pillows, decorative bowls, baskets, and other fun additions.
Designer Tip: Find inspiration for your color palette in a piece of art work or rug or something else that you love you in the room.
A well thought out room takes time and patience. With these helpful tips I hope you can create a space that you love to come home to.