The Wow Factor

It's been awhile since I've posted here, however I'm back!  Renovations have commenced in our own home, and I've been thinking about interior design more than ever.  It seems as though everyone is getting on the renovation bandwagon, producing homes that all look the same.  Sleek lines and muted tones never go out of fashion, but sometimes they do become...blah.  As you know, I'm a fan of keeping it simple, but there's nothing wrong with going for a little bit of difference, creating that elusive 'wow factor.'

It's a brave person who completely wallpapers a room with bold wallpaper.  How about a wallpaper feature wall?  Forget heavy stripes or dark colours - my favourite is Martha Stewart-esque soft florals that compliment the current colour theme of the room.  The key here is restraint: less is more.  More is just more.

The right statement piece can bring a room to life.  Think of objects that are unexpected, and focus on adding pops of colour or points of interest.  It might be an ornate chandelier in a bathroom, a bright chair in a muted room, or even the way you use artifical light to highlight an archway or piece of art.  Think outside the box and get creative.

Using a little bit of creativity and care, you can set your home apart from the others with a little bit of wow factor.  Inspire through objects of interest and clever tricks.  Think of ways to bring your personality to the spaces where you live.  As always, combine functionality and beauty to create interior design that is truely intellgent.

Until next time,

Joanna