Home Makeover Ideas While in Self-Isolation
Like millions of other people around the globe, you are stuck at home in self-isolation due to Covid-19 or Coronavirus. Aside from dealing with working from home, playing teacher to your children, or worrying about finding a job, if you are out of work, there are things you can do to stay busy, including giving your living space a home makeover.
DIY (do-it-yourself) projects do not have to be expensive or time-consuming – although you probably have some extra time on your hands these days. If you are not sure about what colors might look good on your walls, which pillows to buy, or where to find that perfect rug, I am still available for video conferencing.
I am also going to give you some guidance as to how to spruce up your living room, den, family room, bedroom, or other areas of your home. Thanks to the internet, shopping from the comfort of your couch or kitchen table has never been simpler.
You do not have to take on big renovation projects to brighten up your space. Simple living room ideas that can transform your home include:
- Purchasing a new rug
- Adding bold new accent pillows
- Draping a cozy throw over the sofa
As you can see in the photo below, adding a rug with accents of blue, white, and beige and coordinating pillows with different patterns and textures can bring a bold new look to a room that has a solid blue sofa.
Simple Home Makeover Tips for the Bedroom
Perhaps you have longed for a bedroom makeover – especially important now if you find yourself spending more time at home. Simple bedroom decorating ideas for your home makeover could include:
- Ordering a new comforter and shams
- Adding some accent pillows in bright colors and contrasting patterns and textiles
- Draping a new throw over the edge of the bed
- Buying new lamps or even just updating the shades on the ones you have
- Order a new mirror to hang on the wall
- Update the handles on your dresser or in your bathroom
Paint – Your Instant Home Makeover Gratification
Your room makeover does not need to cost a lot or be extensive. A coat of new paint on a wall can transform the look of your home. You can start with one accent wall, or decide that painting an entire room is the way to go.
During this time, when there is so much uncertainty in the world, it is also good to bring colors that will brighten the spirit into the home. Paint colors that cheer you up include:
- Blue – calming, rejuvenating, improves sleep, and promotes well-being
- Yellow – cheery, warm, and provides positive energy
- Green – calming, renewal, sedating, it can also help reduce inflammation
- Purple – inspirational, creativity, empowering, spiritual
- Red – love, vibrancy, courage, confidence, energizing
A Home Makeover for Your Dining Room
Updating your dining room does not have to mean going out and buying new furniture. You can bring life to a glass table by adding new lighting or chairs.
Ordering new drapes for your window can also transform the look of your dining room. As you can see, your home makeover does not have to be extensive – and you can easily tackle one room at a time.
One final note for everyone working from home – create a space where you can think, focus, and work. Order an inexpensive desk online and carve out a small area that you can spruce up with photos, desk items, anything you need to work. You do not need a home office to get the job done, though it does help. If you have a spare room and would like more information about turning it into the perfect home office, I am here to help.
HK Interiors can help you transform your home or office into the vision you desire – or need during these different times. Call 954-401-8542 today for more information.