Decorating and furnishing your home is a very exciting project and something only the people who have gone through can truly understand the sense of joy and accomplishment. Still, this process is far from being simple and short – it can actually take months or even years, and a flexible budget.
In order to complete your decorating project on time and within budget, you need lots of different ideas, so here are a few of the most helpful ones you’ll want to steal right away.
Kitchen backsplash
534 Catalina Drive, Newport Beach
Listed by Meital Taub
You probably aren’t the best cook ever, but that doesn’t mean you don’t deserve a proper kitchen where you can practice your cooking abilities and perfect them over time. But if you want to be able to do that, you need a kitchen that includes every possible appliance and gadget you might need, but also a kitchen that’s spiced up and inspiring.
One of the ways to achieve such a look is by investing time, money and energy into getting the best kitchen backsplash you can. There are lots of designs you can choose from and a limitless number of possibilities when it comes to colors, shapes, sizes and patterns.
All you have to do is figure out what kind of backsplash you want, and then tell it to your tile expert. Your cool backsplash won’t just give your kitchen a ton of character and an instant focal point but it will also set the tone for the rest of your kitchen design.
Home theater
11 Camel Point, Laguna Beach
Listed by Farzan Parvizi
This is one of the most effective and probably the easiest ways to feel like a king in your own home, but the problem is that many people just don’t have enough room for a proper home theater. Yes, you can improvise and turn your living room or bedroom into a theater, but having a spare room you’re not using all the time is much better.
And when it comes to decorating, you can do whatever you want as long as you’ve got a great projector and an amazing screen. The best thing about home theaters is that they provide a ton of fun for the entire family, bringing you all closer together.
It doesn’t really matter if you’re into sports, movies, documentaries or video games: just sit back and enjoy your own special corner – you deserve it!
Relaxation station
16682 Bolero Lane, Huntington Beach
Listed by Tim Branoff
Lots of new homeowners focus their attention on the living room, knowing that this is the space where they’ll spend quality time with their friends and family.
So, the living room needs to be the center of your home and include all the things you need – from a huge TV with a set of powerful surround sound speakers to a relaxation station where you can take a break from all the mess and noise around you.
These spots are what’s going to help you relax after a long day at work and get you through a particularly difficult situation, so they’re certainly something you need to look into. What you definitely need in your relaxation station is one of those comfortable couches that will take your pain and fatigue away in a matter of minutes, so pick one that will suit you the most and enjoy it every day of the week.
Working corner
31713 Crystal Sands Drive, Laguna Niguel
Listed by Bob Gottuso
This is another section you have to incorporate into your living room, especially if you now work from home. If you don't have the space for a home office, a designated working space is the next best thing!
In order to be productive and motivated, you should find a way to separate yourself from your family, as well as from your TV, fridge and Netflix account while working, so designing a designated working corner might just be what you need.
Fortunately, you don’t have to think a lot about furnishing it – a simple desk, lamp, a few shelves, and a couple of binders will do the trick. Keep it simple, organized, and clean, and you won’t have a problem concentrating on your work even though you’re at home and not at the office.
Neutral Tones & Texture
19 Columnar Street, Ladera Ranch
Listed by Kimia Vakili
Beige is no longer a dirty word. Interior design trends are favoring neutral tones and fabrics with varying textures to create depth and warmth in a home.
You can achieve this look with the actual materials you choose for your home like these custom wood built-in shelves, or with accessories and accents like woven baskets, throw pillows, and shades.
When it comes time to choose your big furniture like a sofa, opt for a neutral tone so that you can incorporate pops of color through blankets, poufs, and other cozy accessories. We chose this home for inspiration because the leather couches and tray ceilings weave warm tones throughout while still remaining modern with crisp white walls.
A Tasteful Theme
14 Rocky Point Road, Corona Del Mar
Listed by Pablo Rener
This Spanish colonial-inspired Corona Del Mar home is the perfect example of a themed home executed with style and taste. From the textiles to the details including frames, vases, and an artfully placed area rug, this home is expertly styled to evoke romance and magic.
Furnishings, light fixtures, and décor all come together to subtly hint at the theme without becoming gaudy.
Highlighting a neutral color pallet as well, accent colors are brought in through the various windows bringing in the greenery from the lush backyard. While this luxury home is worth millions, you can still replicate the style with low-cost items like pillows, rugs, and decorative bowls.
Reading nook
In the end, you can’t have a proper home without a small reading nook, especially if you’re into reading. Again, the tiniest of corners will do, and you don’t need anything else but a comfortable armchair, a coffee table and some throw pillows. Oh, yes, there’s one more thing – a massive wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling bookcase!
Even though building such a case looks like a ton of work, it’s actually something you can do on your own. Just browse the Internet and get inspired, and you’ll be able to design your own personalized bookcase that will fit your reading nook and give you hours and hours of joy.
Finding great ideas for decorating your dream home definitely isn’t the easiest job in the world, but it’s exciting, enjoyable and adventurous, so get down to business right now!
