Two Questions to Answer Before You Start Interior Decorating
Here are two simple steps for starting your interior decorating process.
First, have you ever Googled home decor? What do you see? Listing after listing of “How to create a ______ home on a budget.” There’s bohemian, organic modern, modern farmhouse, coastal, coastal cozy, modern luxe... the list never ends. The lesson? Styles fade. Fads end. Don’t update your home aesthetic based on what’s popular and trending.
I encourage my clients to not try to define their style. Sure, it’s helpful for searching for products online, but I encourage you to not get stuck in an [insert style here] rut. People often like numerous styles, and it’s that combination that makes your space unique and perfectly suited for YOU. Your space doesn’t need to fit nicely into a “type.” It needs to provide a peaceful background so you can live your best life.
These two questions are by far the most important questions you can ask yourself. Take a few minutes and really consider the answer.
What gives you joy? Don’t think too hard, just answer! Remember: you don’t have to think about joy in the context of house or home. It can be ANYTHING.
How can you make space for these joys in your home? Here are some examples:
Friends/family - focus on a welcoming gathering place
Cooking - focus on an inviting kitchen that feels comfortable, is organized and easy to navigate
Health/wellness - create a space for fitness items or display your health & wellness books
An item- make it a focal point in your space. Make design decisions based on this item.
A texture/color- incorporate it into your space. Find different shades or shapes to add diversity without straying too far from the original.
I know this is not a difficult concept! Figure out what brings you joy and let it inspire you.
I help clients answer these questions and then translate their joys into tangible, styled spaces. If you’re interested in working together to transform your entire home or a single space, let’s talk!