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Effects of unique rugs in a home environment

Betty Rice

Ask some people what comes to their mind when they think of decorating their home. Many will tell you that it is giving a home that artistic look. Well, this is true but, giving a room an artist look depends on the items placed in the room. For instance, expensive furniture and costly designs do not mean artist look. However, the presence of simple, unique rugs could bring an artistic touch. I will say it again; it depends on the items placed in the room.

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  • Many homeowners are going for rugs to improve the appearance of their homes. A unique rug can be of any size and comes in many colors. You could place it in any part of the room. Uniqueness comes with specific designs and colors. Not a replica. Many people prefer placing the rugs in their bedroom or the living room.
  • If you are not an interior designer by profession, you should be careful buying and place rugs in your house. There are some factors to be considered. Among the most important things to look at is the shape. You will get rugs in many shapes. Especially for handmade rugs where you can get any shape you want. Odd shapes will give your home an amazing look. Do not always go for the normal rectangular shapes. Catch the eyes of your visitors with an unusual shape.
  • You should be very careful with the designs and the colors of your home and the rug colors you choose. For the best color, I would recommend that you select a dominant color in the room. In addition to that, select decorative items which match the main color. The uniqueness of some rugs is brought out by the fiber used to make them. Some of these fibers give a comfortable feel on your feet and makes your room appear luxurious.
  • unique rugIn conclusion, if you are planning to decorate a house with a rug, the above factors need to be put into consideration. You must make sure that the rug is of the right color and will match with all other items in the house. If the colors clash, you will not get that desired look. The rug of your selection should as well be of the right shape. It should fit properly in the area it will be placed. If you follow all the above factors, be sure that you will have made the right selection.

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Reasons to hire an interior designer

Betty Rice

The look of your home can be disappointing and dull if the paint, wall decors, furniture arrangement, texture, and space appear worn out and outdated. What you need to do to enliven the looks of your home is to do some good interior design. Various interior design ideas are available for you to spice up the look of your house and create an elegant, modern and classy environment for your home. However doing a complete home makeover can be a challenging and overwhelming task if you are not conversant with the whole design process. Sometimes improving the look of your house can be quite some fun but it will not be practical to undertake the task on your own if you don’t possess the necessary skills to do this job, hence you have to hire a good and qualified interior designer to achieve the best results. Below are some good reasons on why you should hire an interior designer:

It is money savinginterior designer

Hiring an interior designer will save you a lot of money in the long run. These professionals have a broad knowledge about a lot of interior design products available in the market hence they ensure that you select right products like furniture, paint, floor covering and so much more. An interior designer is in a position to negotiate for their clients when dealing with manufacturers and vendors thus ensuring you get the best prices.

They work with your budget

If you have already set a budget, the interior designer will help you achieve the best out of it by pointing out the significant changes that can be done within your budget. He/she will advise and guide you on the way you are supposed to spend your money. The professional will also inform you on what needs to be done, what should come first and how it should be carried out in the interior design.

It is problem-solving

If you have storage issues, space problems, obsolete furniture pieces and difficult traffic flow spaces you should not have to worry if you hire an interior designer. The designer is able to work with concepts such as scale, balance, and colors that will fit any space. An interior designer is good at space planning, lighting design and color coordination thus ensuring that you get the finest results.

Professional advice

The best thing about meeting roomhiring an interior designer is that you just have to say what you want and he/she will make it happen. All you have to do is show them pictures, furniture, floor covers and everything you need and also take them to places that are fitted with the things you need. He/she will use your information and create a design that will suit your desires without jeopardizing the functionality of your space.…