5 WAYS TO TURN YOUR HOME INTO A SERENE GETAWAY

Does your house feel like a home? Your home is a big part of your life, whether you’re a homeowner or renting and while your home doesn’t define you, it does provide you with the opportunity to enrich your life and the lives of your family. It’s scientifically proven that feeling safe, secure, and happy in your home is a major key to cultivating a fulfilling and productive life. Using a few simple design techniques, we’re going to discuss a variety of ways to transform your home into the serene getaway you’ve always dreamed of. Take a look at these easy DIY home improvements for a quick remodel.

CALMING COLORS

Picking the right paint color is essential to capturing the right vibe and ambiance in your home. When it comes to budget and impact, nothing is more cost-effective or transformative than a little splash of paint. However, before you breakout the paintbrush and rollers, you’ll want to try a variety of different swatches to ensure that you pick the perfect hue for your serene new space. Bright colors are always a fun solution while muted colors are more relaxed and calming, so make sure you consider these characteristics before you choose a color that’s too saturated for your dining area or too dull for your bedroom. Add a VIGO Matte Stone™ farmhouse sink with a matte black faucet in the kitchen for warmer tones.

GREAT LIGHTING

Nothing is more calming or soothing than the panoramic possibilities of natural light. A quality light source can have a profound effect on the overall ambiance of a room. Installing a skylight or new windows may be a costly or impossible installation. If natural light isn’t an option for your current home, then installing dimmers or LED lights can be a great solution for homeowners who are trying to achieve that vibrance without having a natural light source.

MAKING SPACE

Nooks and crannies can be great for organizing but you don’t want to leave your home feeling too clustered or cramped. The organization is also key for refreshing your space. Redesigning your entire floorplan may not be a viable option for most homeowners but you may want to consider knocking out a wall or installing a window to increase the spaciousness of your home. Adding a mirror is another cheeky way to create the illusion of more space. Making more surface space in the bathroom can be achieved by adding a VIGO vessel sink and wall mount faucet. Incorporating a workstation in the kitchen is another great way to create space and VIGO kitchen workstations are the perfect multifunctional solution. Creating a more open layout is a guaranteed way to cultivate a more serene living space for you and your family.

FUNCTIONALITY & SerENITY

Making your space more functional is key when you’re trying to create a serene atmosphere in your home. Extravagant features, cumbersome kitchen appliances, and excessive décor may fill your home with objects, but is it really adding value? Cut out the extraneous and superfluous things in your life and you’ll be amazed by the peace you’re able to achieve. Also, consider how much you use your space to entertain and how many family members your household needs to accommodate. Removing unnecessary items and furniture like ottomans, loveseats or tables could be exactly what your home needs — just make sure you leave enough seating for everyone.

A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING

Did you get rid of some unnecessary home items? Okay, great! Once you’ve gotten rid of a few things, it’s time to organize what’s left. Choosing the right places for everyday items is essential because, well, you use them every day. The decorative vase you got from your wedding may be a beautiful centerpiece with nostalgic value but does it get in the way every time you clean up dinner? Consider placing valuable items and awkward accessories on shelves, so you can leave your countertops open for other possibilities and everyday functionality. Staying organized is easy when you have a good plan, you just have to decide where things go and how those things are used.

Creating a serene home is something that everyone deserves. Life is already filled with enough stresses without living in a home that adds to your anxiety. Give yourself the gift of inner peace when you follow these simple steps toward transforming your home into something truly special and unforgettably serene.

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