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Revamp start with just one room

Revamp start with just one room

Date: 2014-03-28
Once a room has been renovated, chances are the rest of your home's interior will seem somewhat dated. Here are some makeovers sure to add a fresh new feel to any room.

Firstly take a good, long look at the windows?Whether made-to-measure or ready-to-hang, curtains add charm and colour to windows. For a dramatic look, add 20cm to the length and let them fall to the floor.

Next give in to green ?Plants and flowers are an essential part of every successful interior. Aromatic herbs in a kitchen window box will add zest to the room. 

Then roll out the carpet ?The mere presence of a rug can change the mood of a room. For winter months, give some thought to wool, with rich hues and Persian motifs. 

Change the frames on wall hangings Lend renewed life to your favourite works by changing the frames in favour of larger sized models in darker wood.

Did you know that the easiest way to refresh your kitchen cupboards is to change the hardware. Gold, antique brass or veined brown evoke tradition, whereas steel, stainless steel and nickel make for a more modern look.

Make sure that you yield to the charms of colour?Don't be afraid to be bold - even if you use coloured paint on only one wall. Find inspiration in small accessories.

Make the most of your lighting?By changing an old pink lampshade for a black or white one, you'll transform a shopworn lamp in a heartbeat. Bring the garden inside?An aquarium, a fountain, a small Zen garden or a large exotic aviary will inject life into your home...and get your guests talking.

Group your treasures?If your collectibles are spread throughout the entire house, instead display them together on shelves, which could fill up an otherwise empty space. Remember that floating wall shelves must blend with the colour of the walls or complement the woodwork.

Take up a theme?Be it the tropics, the Victorian period or hotel style, select lamps, cushions, vases and accessories that reflect your favourite theme - and you don't have to spend a fortune doing it. Bathrooms, guest rooms and hallways lend themselves effectively to this approach.