| As the new year approaches, you may be considering ways to refresh your home. Interior designer Vern Yip advises getting offline and finding design inspiration in the real world. In his latest book, Color Pattern Texture: The Foundation to Make Your Home Your Own, he encourages readers to take a more hands-on approach to build a room that not only looks good but also feels good.
🏡 Online decorating trends like peel-and-stick options may look good in photos, but won't match the feel of real materials. Consider using a great rug or similar option until you can afford a proper redo of the desired area.
🏡 Need temporary pieces while you save? Try yard sales and thrift stores for secondhand items that may be less expensive and of higher quality.
🏡 When looking for new colors for your walls, make sure to consider your skin tone. Sometimes the light that bounces off certain colors can result in a washed-out appearance. |