Are you looking for ways to give your home a new look with minimal investment? Here are some quick tips for ways to give your home a fresh new look in no time:
1. PAINT. It is amazing to behold the power of paint- with a few gallons of a great new color you can give a room a whole new outlook on life. Current trends in paint for living spaces include using "sea-glass" colors- shades somewhere between blue and green that are tranquil, calming and blend with almost any decor style. Another popular design trend is to use pops of modern colors, such as deep browns, reds, and "fusion orange" to add drama and spice.
When painting, don't forget to give your trim a fresh coat of paint too- it's unbelievable how much of an impact a crisp new coat of paint can have on a room.
2. DE-CLUTTER. Nothing has a bigger impact on a room than taking a little time to pare down the accessories that fill it. By eliminating excess nick-nacks, you can give a room a more modern, tranquil feel. Notice those gorgeous images you see in design magazines rarely have an overload of little items ready to collect dust- and there's a reason. By focusing on a few key items, your little treasures will have more impact and won't have to compete for attention.
3. ACCESSORIZE- Use new fabrics on throw pillows, window treatments, table linens, and even a new area rug or throw rug to add different colors and textures to the room. You can find great pieces for cheap at discount home retailers like TJ Maxx, Ross, Walmart and Target. And don't forget to add a few high-impact pieces of artwork. For a personal touch, you can blow up family photos and have them matted and framed for a custom look.
4. RE-ARRANGE- play around with your furniture arrangements to find the best use of your space. You can re-claim items from other rooms in your house and use in new ways- an end table can become a night stand or vice versa, a console table can become a vanity, etc. This is a great way to save money and maximize what you have. When arranging furniture, take time to plan how you use the space and set up seating arrangements that are cozy and functional, without getting in the way of traffic patterns.
By following these tips, you can re-do a room on almost any budget- from under $100 and up, and have a great new look in a weekend!
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Modern Renovations, LLC provides design and remodeling services to the central Shenandoah Valley. We are located in Harrisonburg, VA and specialize in kitchen and bath remodels, tile work, trim carpentry, additions and whole house remodels. We are a Licensed Building Contractor in the State of Virginia, fully Licensed and Insured with an Interior Designer on staff to help you meet all your renovation and remodeling needs. Give us a call today at 540-421-6206 or view some of our work online at http://www.modreno.com.
Stylish Remodel
This kitchen remodel involved removing an existing wall to open the space up and allow for the addition of this service nook and new island which doubles as a breakfast bar. We also recessed the refrigerator by building a new wall, and installed new tile floors and trim work. The kitchen's existing cabinets were refaced and painted a soft cream color to create a fresh, new look.
New Hardwood Floors
The installation of new hardwood floors adds warmth and sophisitcation in this master bedroom remodel.
Classy Update
circa 1950's bath transformed into 21st century oasis
Stone and Tile Work
We created a cozy living room feel in this Mountain Retreat with the installation of a stone fireplace surround. We also tiled the hearth and installed the new hardwood floors to add warmth to this space. This project is a new build investment property for our clients.
About Us
- Modern Renovations
- Harrisonburg, Va, United States
- Modern Renovations, LLC is a family-owned Design and Remodeling firm. Located in the Shenandoah Valley, we serve Harrisonburg and the Counties of Rockingham, Augusta, Shenandoah and Page. We are a General Contractor specializing in Investment Properties and Remodels, Kitchens, Baths, Tile, Hardwood Flooring, and Trim Mouldings. With an Interior Designer on staff, we are ready to show you the beauty waiting to be discovered in your home!