You don’t have to renovate your house entirely or spend unnecessary money to have an Instagram-worthy décor. You can transform any room stylish, inviting, and ready for an Instagram close-up with a few simple tricks.
Whether you’re preparing to sell the house or you simply want to jazz up your space, these easy tips will surely make your interior picture-perfect.
Make a blank canvas
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Decluttering is one of the simplest ways to give a room a new, picture-perfect appearance. Dressers, coffee tables, and counters should all be cleared out so that there are just a few chic, strategically placed pieces remaining. A room devoid of clutter appears larger and draws the eye to its better aspects instead of becoming bogged down in the mess.
Consider painting the walls again in neutral hues like light gray, beige, or soft white after you’ve cleaned up. These hues provide an easy-to-work-with blank canvas that lets furniture and décor shine without drawing too much attention to themselves.
Staging on a Budget for a High-End Look
Home staging can be affordable. Simple upgrades, like cabinet hardware, throw pillows, or lighting fixtures, can make a big difference. These small changes can make your rooms look high-end on a budget.
The trick is in the details. They can make budget-friendly updates look luxurious. A professional photographer can help capture those little touches, making simple upgrades feel like significant transformations in the final photos. For example, a new set of curtains, well-placed plants, or a plush area rug can instantly add warmth and sophistication, and a photographer knows how to angle the shot to make those updates pop.
Layer Textures for Depth
A picture-perfect home is not all about color but also texture. Different textures – layering soft, smooth velvets with intricate knitted throws or polished wood floors with the simple warmth of a woven rug – add character and depth to a room. This variety creates visual interest, which makes photos more dynamic and inviting.
The combination of materials such as metal, glass, fabric, and natural fibers throughout your space adds some depth and dimensionality to the look. Mixing textures keeps designs from being dull or flat. It can make a simple room look stunning. A blend of soft and hard elements also sets an inviting mood. This works for both cozy bedrooms and modern living rooms.
Light Up the Space Naturally
Lighting is the most important component in making a home feel open and inviting. Always a top priority with natural light, roll up those blinds and pull back all those heavy curtains. This brightens the space and creates an airy, roomy feel that bounces into pictures.
Use this next tip for rooms where natural light is limited. Use layers of various lighting sources. For example, you use floor, table, and overhead lights at once to create a warm, harmonious glow. Soft, warm lighting does wonders in living spaces; however, brighter, cooler lighting shines in work areas such as kitchens or offices. How you stage and light your home will directly impact how your home appears in photographs, so pay attention to lighting.
Add Personal Touches and Statement Pieces
A photo-worthy interior doesn’t mean removing all personality. It is the personal touches that make a room feel so lived-in and memorable: a carefully curated piece of art, perhaps a rare piece of furniture, or even simple fresh greenery. All of that, of course in moderation and not overwhelming the room.
One good statement piece, whether a grand painting or a flashy piece of furniture, anchors the room. This grabs your eye and brings some flair to it. When placed properly, these things add style rather than clutter, a sure thing to ensure your room looks terrific in every shot.
Focus on staging and lighting, along with careful attention to the elements of design – things like clean textiles and polished accessories – and you’ve got a home interior that’s prime for photographs. And nobody says it’s all about grand changes: sometimes it’s simply adding small, high-end touches to create a look.
