The Art of Creating a Cohesive Look
Here are four things that all cohesive rooms have in common and how you can achieve them in your own home:
Do you love to look at model homes? Then you probably noticed how perfectly cohesive they are. Each room flows into the next, with no disruptions. Every space is so well-thought out and the colors and furniture all complement each other nicely. As a designer, I understand the importance of creating a cohesive look in home decorating. Cohesiveness can make your home feel more put-together and inviting, while also reflecting your personal style.
Creating some commonality among the pieces you bring in your space makes it feels intentional and cohesive. Another trip designers use is to repeat the same materials throughout a home. Try these four tips in your home today and see what YOU think!
A Set Color Story: Creating a consistent color scheme throughout your home is essential to achieving a cohesive look. Choose three to five colors that complement each other and use them throughout your home. Vary the amount of color and the items in a particular color in each space so it’s not too boring or predictable. Remember, one color should be your primary color, with a secondary and tertiary color that make up about 50% and 25% or less of the space, respectively. Accent colors can be used sparingly.
A Defined Style: Having a defined style that you can at least put into words is key to a cohesive home. You don't have to have a popular style, but you should be able to identify what fits within your style and what doesn’t. Create commonality among the pieces you bring into your space so it feels intentional and cohesive.
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Traffic Flow: A well-thought-out floor plan can do wonders for a space. Arrange furniture in clusters creating conversation areas and avoid lining all the furniture along the wall. Pulling furniture away from the walls can create a more intimate setting.
Consistent Materials: Repeat the same materials throughout your home to create a visually cohesive look. For example, if you have velvet pillows in your bedroom, try incorporating velvet in different ways in the rest of your home such as velvet drapes in your dining room and a velvet chair in your living room.
Incorporating these tips into your home decorating process will undoubtedly help you achieve a cohesive and well-thought-out look throughout your space. Remember to keep your color scheme consistent, define your style, repeat materials, and pay attention to traffic flow. By doing so, you'll create a home that not only looks good but also feels good. So why not take the first step towards a more cohesive home design today? Start by incorporating some of these tips and see how much of a difference they can make. Still feel you need help decorating your space? I’d love to work with you to create a room that reflects YOU!
This month I am offering a FREE webinar
Creating a Perfectly Cozy Guest Room
Monday, Apr 10, 2023 · 4–5 PM
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ork-ioyj-irg
“How to create the perfect guest room”
We will cover:
1) Finding affordable furniture
2) Choosing bedding
3) Ideas to create a cozy atmosphere
4) How to make the space more personal
5) Incorporating storage solution
By the end of the hour, you’ll have the tools and knowledge to create the perfect guest room on a budget!
Until Next Time!
Jonelle'
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