The Best Interior Design Style for a House

Creating a living space that expresses our tastes and our personalities is a wonderful thing. It
provides us with a much needed sanctuary in which we can escape from the daily grind and acts as our "visual voice" to the those we entertain. Finding that perfect look can seem somewhat daunting without proper consideration and preparation.

1. Know what you like. Understand what you do and do not like within the realm of interior design. Take the time to thumb through various product catalogs and design magazines to see what stands out and what you are drawn to.


2. Know your space. To get the most out of your design, take time to do a walk through of your space. Note any unusual or potentially tricky areas and pay attention to the overall flow of your layout. Take note of natural light sources and which might be a challenge to address.


3. Know where to look. Once you have an intimate knowledge of the space you inhabit and what you do and do not like, it’s time to see what the latest trends are that concern your particular look. Interior living magazines are great places for inspiration and money saving deals.


4. Pick your pallet. Go to your local design or paint store and pick up a paint fan deck. Use the deck locate the colors already present in within your space that you plan on working with. This could be cabinetry, your favorite furniture or even your carpet. Mark these colors well and then locate those within the book that complement them. Remember, cool pallets consisting of blues, greens or purples tend to be seen as calming. Colors chosen from the red, orange or yellow spectrum of the pallet are often considered bold or lively. Subtle neutral or lighter color spectrums on a pallet not only help blend areas together but also work excellently to open up small spaces.


5. Try before you buy. Go online and to the web pages of your chosen paint manufacturer. More often than not, they have a program containing thousands of paint colors and photos of rooms that you can mix and match to discover the right look for you. If you decide that your color choices hold up, ask for or create a large paint swatch of your colors. Put your swatches on your wall and leave them for a few days. Look at the colors in the morning, in the afternoon and then again in the evening to note how it changes in appearance. If they pass the test, you’ve found your pallet.


6. Consider your options. Working with what you already have can be a great money saver. If your current furniture isn’t quite fitting the bill due to fabric or color issues, consider slip covers or even reupholster options. Sometimes, the best way to get your space looking how you envision it is by refurbishing what you have and then accenting the space with new, used or collected items of interest. Accent pieces can be chosen by using your previously purchased paint fan deck to ensure a perfect fit.