QUICK FIX DECORATING

In this age of fast food, wouldn’t it be nice to have a quick fix for your decorating dilemma? Here are five tips to help you re-arrange your room. Just a few small changes can make a dramatic difference in any room.

Empty the room: In order to visualize all the possibilities of your room, you must first take everything out. Sort items as you remove them into categories such as: large furniture; small furniture; lamps; décor; greenery, etc. This is where you will do your shopping.

Eliminate some items: When you clean out and re-arrange your closet what do you do? You eliminate older items to make more room. This is a great way to help your room feel new and energized. Edit some of those older photos, outdated greenery, or décor you may be tired of. You can pack and store them away and bring back another time.

FOCUS.. on the focal point: There may be 2 focal points. A fireplace or french doors may be one. A TV or large picture window may be another. Place your largest piece of furniture (usually the sofa) so it will be addressing the focal point. If you place the largest pieces first it will help determine where the smaller items can go.

Think out of the box: Don’t automatically place your furniture on the obvious walls. Think about trying a diagonal furniture arrangement. This is a great way to add interest to a room. If your room is large enough, add an extra seating area, away from the main area, for a cozy conversation or reading.

Three is the magic number: Whether you are placing lighting or a vignette of décor items, 3 is the magic number. Three sources of lighting will ensure all areas of the room are lit. Also think about 3 different levels such as a floor, table & accent lamp. Odd numbers are more ;visually appealing, so you can use 3, 5 or 7 when placing your accessories.

Your room will get a good cleaning at the same time. Vacuum, dust and clean the windows. It's amazing what transforming your space will do for your emotional well being. TRY IT! You won't be disappointed.

Isn't it TIME TO REDESIGN? Coming next week: A step by step guide to an interior redesign.

Julie Martelo, owner
TIME TO REDESIGN
941-748-0300
Offering Interior Redesign, Staging, Color & Decorating Consultations in the Bradenton & Sarasota, Florida areas. Also serving Palmetto, Parrish, Ellenton, Lakewood Ranch, Port Charlotte, Brandon, Sun City, Anna Maria, Longboat Key and all of Manatee & Sarasota Counties. Visit Julie's website at www.timetoredesign.com.