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HOW TO DESIGN YOUR PERFECT INTERIOR YOURSELF
Dreaming of refreshing your interior but not sure where to start? These 10 questions will help you define your ideal design. I have prepared a detailed checklist to make it easier for you to understand your preferences, style, and priorities. Use this guide as the first step toward creating a space that perfectly reflects your lifestyle.
1. Define the Goal of Your Project
What kind of changes do you want to make to your interior?
Full renovation: When your space needs a complete transformation. This involves structural changes and major updates to your interior with the participation of professionals like builders and contractors. It may include:
Renew View: A lighter, budget-friendly refresh for your home. This type of work doesn’t involve structural changes or major overhauls but focuses on updating the appearance of your space. Common tasks include:
Redecorating: Giving your home a fresh vibe with new décor elements. This option focuses solely on updating the look and feel of your space through furniture and accessories, without altering the walls or other structural features. Examples include:
2. Clearly Define the Desired Outcome
What would success look like for you?
3. Describe Your Ideal Space
How does your perfect space feel? Is it warm and family-oriented, bright and minimalist, or elegant and luxurious?
4. Identify Key Zones
Which areas do you want to prioritize? Choose one or more:
How do you plan to use these areas?
What styles inspire you? Here are a few popular options:
7. Analyse Your Inspirations
Open your Pinterest boards or saved photos folder. What unites them? It could be:
Think about the budget for your project:
Clear deadlines will help you plan your project effectively:
Are there any unique needs to keep in mind? For example:
1. Define the Goal of Your Project
What kind of changes do you want to make to your interior?
Full renovation: When your space needs a complete transformation. This involves structural changes and major updates to your interior with the participation of professionals like builders and contractors. It may include:
- Demolishing and building walls or partitions.
- Updating plumbing, electrical systems, or heating.
- Installing new flooring, ceilings, or large-scale built-in furniture.
- Creating a fully new layout or optimizing existing spaces for better functionality.
- This type of renovation is ideal for homes that require a fresh start, whether due to outdated interiors or the need for a personalized design from scratch.
Renew View: A lighter, budget-friendly refresh for your home. This type of work doesn’t involve structural changes or major overhauls but focuses on updating the appearance of your space. Common tasks include:
- Repainting walls or ceilings.
- Wallpapering or removing old wallpaper.
- Refreshing finishes (e.g., sanding and painting doors or mouldings).
- Small DIY tasks like fixing minor imperfections or rearranging space visually.
- It’s perfect for those who want to modernize their home or adapt it to new tastes without the need for significant professional involvement. Many of these tasks can even be completed independently.
Redecorating: Giving your home a fresh vibe with new décor elements. This option focuses solely on updating the look and feel of your space through furniture and accessories, without altering the walls or other structural features. Examples include:
- Replacing or rearranging furniture.
- Updating textiles like curtains, rugs, or bedspreads.
- Adding decorative accents like lamps, vases, art, or throw pillows.
- Introducing plants or seasonal decorations for a refreshed atmosphere.
- This approach is ideal for those who want a quick and flexible update that doesn’t require construction or extensive planning.
2. Clearly Define the Desired Outcome
What would success look like for you?
- a cosy nook for relaxation
- a functional workspace
- a home that amazes your guests?
3. Describe Your Ideal Space
How does your perfect space feel? Is it warm and family-oriented, bright and minimalist, or elegant and luxurious?
4. Identify Key Zones
Which areas do you want to prioritize? Choose one or more:
- Living room
- Kitchen
- Bedroom
- Children’s room
- Home office
How do you plan to use these areas?
- For relaxation
- For work
- For hosting guests
- For spending time with family
- For sleeping
- Hybrid use
What styles inspire you? Here are a few popular options:
- Minimalism: Clean lines and functionality.
- Scandinavian: Cosy vibes and light tones.
- Classic: Elegance and symmetry.
- Modern Classic: A blend of traditional and contemporary elements.
7. Analyse Your Inspirations
Open your Pinterest boards or saved photos folder. What unites them? It could be:
- A specific colour palette
- Materials (wood, metal, fabrics)
- Furniture types
- Overall atmosphere
Think about the budget for your project:
- The total amount for all changes.
- A breakdown by room.
- Expenses for materials and décor.
Clear deadlines will help you plan your project effectively:
- For design development.
- For implementation.
- For completing the project.
Are there any unique needs to keep in mind? For example:
- Pets.
- Existing furniture you want to keep.
- Specific functional requirements (e.g., extra storage or flexible space).
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