From bold makeover to space-saving hack or character retouch – experts reveal how to freshen any room
efreshing your home doesn’t have to involve a Grand Designs-scale renovation which, predictably, always goes over time and over budget. Small, thoughtful changes can refine your design and transform a room’s atmosphere. Whether it’s introducing a table lamp or swapping out your light switches, these simple updates from experts can infuse new life into a tired space without breaking the bank.Never underestimate the difference a coat of paint can make to your home’s curb appeal.
Replacing tired or yellowing light switches and power points can instantly refresh your home and bring it bang up to date. “I’ve done this on multiple renos over the years, it’s like a budget facelift of the house,” says Treble. You can make easy updates with colour changes to existing power points at a good price: “You don’t need an electrician and at about $6.50 each, you can go crazy and update the whole home on a budget.
Incorporating two or three different light sources in a room is a technique often used by interior designers to create a sense of depth and warmth. “Lamps can instantly change the mood of a room,” says Jenna Densten, a Rutherglen-based interior designer. She prefers a combination of floor and table lamps “to create a cosy, inviting atmosphere without requiring major changes”.
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