A LUXURY home can be achieved on a budget by adopting four design features, says an expert.
She shared several little-known interior design tricks for a luxurious home.
Liv Conlon runs seven-figure UK-based companies ThePropertyStagers, which stages 300 properties a year, and coaching company StagerBoss.
The 25-year-old built her brand after decorating a property her mother Ali was struggling to sell.
After selecting the best furniture and accessories, they sold over the asking price in three days.
The buyer voluntarily paid an additional sum to preserve all items of the property.
Speaking to The US Sun, Conlon shared affordable tips for homeowners.
EYE FOR DETAIL
Conlon said investing in “extras” beyond furniture is an easy way to make homes look expensive on a limited budget.
“Incorporate metallic details, especially gold, into your accessories to create a luxurious feel, strategically placed mirrors to create depth,” she said.
“Colorful, eye-catching cushions and large, oversized artwork act as focal points of the room.”
She shared tips on where to buy household items without spending thousands of dollars.
“Shopping secondhand on places like Facebook Marketplace will help you score great pieces at a great discount, use peel-and-stick wallpaper to accent walls, incorporate plants for a fresh look, and declutter your home,” she said.
POOR EFFORT
Columbus listed several common mistakes that can make a home look cheap.
“Crowd it with too much furniture or not place it enough that it looks sparse,” he said.
“Neglecting proper lighting, using mismatched or low-quality furniture, and overdecorating with too many small items.
“Avoid using overly bright colors or ignoring maintenance issues like peeling paint and worn fixtures.”
Arrange furniture to create open pathways and use vertical storage solutions to free up floor space.
Liv Conlon
He said strategically placing items that serve multiple purposes is helpful in making the most of any space.
“To make your home feel spacious, use multifunctional furniture, incorporate mirrors to reflect light, choose furniture with exposed legs, and keep windows to a minimum to maximize natural light,” she said.
“Arrange furniture to create open pathways and use vertical storage solutions to free up space.”
The advice comes after Paul Hambidge told The US Sun that floor color can be used to make a space appear larger.
He recommended opting for lighter colors that create a “calm zone.”
He said rooms can appear cramped if there is too much contrast.
