After you move into a new home it’s a real joy to get everything finally arranged and decorated to your satisfaction. Being able to sit and relax in your favorite room, surrounded by your favorite colors, textures, and belongings is truly satisfying. A few years later, though, your surroundings may start to feel stale and tired. You don’t really take the time to look at your rooms anymore because they are too familiar, and your home decor doesn’t bring the same joy it once did. Fortunately, you don’t need to make major changes to change your rooms. Just a few simple new touches can freshen up your rooms and bring back the joy.

Review and Declutter

The best place to start is by taking a good hard look at your existing decor. Maybe some of the existing accessories are simply too outdated or familiar, and it’s time for them to go. Clearing out things that you no longer enjoy looking at will give you space to add fresh new touches to your decorations or maybe just provide a little bit of extra space. To be really thorough, start at one corner of a room and work your way around, considering every single accessory. Decide what you want to pack away into storage and what you will give away or toss. For storage of small items, add an acrylic tray or a set of stacking trays to tables or shelves to gain storage space with a clean look. When you are done, step back and take in your whole room. It should already start to have a new feel. Continue reading Simple Changes Give Your Home a Brand New Style →