3 Low-Cost Ways to Create Stunning Spaces
John Toth, President
North Coast Building Industry Association (NCBIA) ncbia.com
If you’re growing tired of looking at the same-colored walls or clutter in the corners of a
room, it might be time to refresh your interior design. Creating warm and inviting spaces in
your home often does not require an extreme makeover. A few simple design adjustments
with color or lighting can transform an ordinary room into a stunning space.
Consider the following three easy steps to elevate the interior design of your home without
breaking the bank.
1. Add Accent Walls and Ceilings. Accent walls and ceilings can take any room from
ordinary to extraordinary with a small investment in paint or wallpaper. Adding a
contrasting wall color or using textured paint breaks the monotony of a room.
Another option is hanging patterned wallpaper to bring vibrant character and style
to a room. When selecting a wall accent for a room, experts recommend considering
the room’s purpose. The perfect color and material for your accented wall or ceiling
depends on the mood you want to convey, access to natural light, and the room's
square footage.
2. Minimalist. Minimalist designs are based on a “less is more” philosophy and rely on
limited materials, natural light, and clean, simple lines. Decluttering space is one of
the first steps in achieving a minimalist design. To help manage what stays and what
should be moved to a different place, sort items by type and then put them away.
Instead of a collection of clutter, choose a statement piece that reflects your style to
instantly change a room’s look and feel.
3. Lighting. Lighting is an essential aspect of design, with the power to transform the
entire ambiance of space. Good lighting can make a room more functional,
appealing, and flexible. For example, sunlight is a no-cost, natural way to enhance
the interior space. If the room you’re styling in does not have substantive exposure
to sunlight, try combining it with artificial light elements. A well-planned lighting
scheme not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of a room but also has practical
implications for functionality and safety.
For more information on home design trends, contact the NCBIA. We are your local not-
for-profit trade association representing member companies involved in all aspects of
home building, remodeling, and other services available to help you in the future, and more
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protection. If you are unsure that your contractor is a member of the NCBIA or you are
looking for a list of NCBIA members, you can visit our website at www.ncbia.com or call
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