Spring is the ideal time to think about how you can update your home design. The sun has finally started shining again and the cold weather is starting to ebb away. This means, not only may you be feeling a bit more get-up-and-go-ish, but you can actually open your windows without fear of getting blown away or turning into an icicle.
From installing a new designer radiator (yes, spring is the best time to do this as bargains can be had), to adding new lighting, to landscaping your garden, keep reading to find out how you can update your home in spring 2020 without carrying out any major renovations.
Make Your Home Appear More Spacious
If you would love to have all the benefits of open plan living, but do not have the time or money to be knocking down walls, there are other ways in which you can add a feeling of increased space to your home.
These include:
- Adding well-placed mirrors
- Taking advantage of high ceilings
- Building hidden storage
- Placing furniture effectively
Install a New Designer Radiator
Radiators can often get neglected in homes, becoming old, rusty and generally not very nice to look at. That being said, a brand new radiator can not only transform a room, but also help you save money on your energy bills.
Whether you need an electric or central heating radiator, would prefer a horizonal design over a vertical one, or even if you are looking for something a bit special like a gold aluminum radiator, eskimo design radiators offer the perfect heating solution for everyone.
No longer do you have to simply choose a run of the mill, standard white radiator, you can now choose from a whole plethora of designs, colours and materials.
Add New Lighting
Lighting has the ability to completely change the overall atmosphere of a particular room — even your whole house.
Embracing natural light where possible is always a good idea; you may even want to consider installing a skylight to let in even more light to a particularly dark area of your home.
Well-placed neon wall signs or neon wall lights can also work wonders as they create little areas of intimacy around your home and can instantly make your guests feel more welcome.
Landscape Your Garden
If you have not yet got round to sorting out your garden and making the most of your outdoor space, then now is the time to do it. Whether you have a large lawn area or a small patioed space, there are lots of ways that you can optimize your garden and make use of this additional space.
Top tips for updating your garden include:
- Identifying what you want from your garden
- Thinking about the right location for your garden features including furniture and plants
- Starting small with a flower bed or potted plants
- Finding a focal point
- Focusing on scale and pacing
Other Small Changes You May Want to Make to Update Your Home Include:
- Adding house plants
- Revamping your stairs by painting them or adding a runner rug
- Hanging artwork on the walls
- Updating soft furnishings such as cushion and throws
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