When I decided to makeover my den, I also went with the black and gold color scheme. The wallpaper adds interest to what would otherwise be large (boring) walls. I love the black and gold color scheme in the room above. That doesn’t mean that every surface has to be decorated, but if it’s not, it’s because the designer decided that the space would look best that way. When an interior designer decorates a high-end home, they make a plan for all of the surfaces in the house…ceilings and floors as well as walls. One of the questions I like to ask myself when I’m coming up with ideas for upgrades is what would an interior designer do? Then I go and find some inspiration pictures…Pinterest and Instagram are my friends in this area! Note: This image cannot be pinned due to restrictions Traditional Living Room by East Anglia Interior Designers & Decorators Oliver Burns via For more information, click here to see our disclosures. But we only recommend products we would use ourselves. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. We make a small commission if you buy the products from these links (at no extra cost to you). Or keep reading to see my whole list of easy ways to make your house look more expensive. But fortunately, there are lots of things you can do which are easy, budget-friendly, and make your house look like it was custom-made even if it wasn’t.įor a quick preview of some of my tips you can watch the video.
#Houzz kitchen makeover upgrade
Trying to upgrade all of the standard-grade materials in the house isn’t a very affordable (or efficient) way of improving the look of your home. Or in my case, the fact that there were NO custom details in my house! Two of the big differences between a custom home and a cookie-cutter builder grade home are the quality of the materials and workmanship, and the number of custom details. Along the way, I have found some easy and relatively inexpensive ways to do this. Since I live in a builder grade home which was a boring square box when I moved in, I can tell you from experience it is possible!Īs many of you know, I live in a builder grade house that I have been updating so that it doesn’t look so builder grade. Whether you want your bedroom to feel like a luxury hotel or just want to add some rich-looking details, there are lots of little ways you can make your house look more expensive than it is. In the final overall aesthetic the simplicity and natural light resonates in this small functional space.Want to make your house look like a custom home without spending a lot of money? Check out these 10 easy ways to make your house look more expensive. The Caesarstone countertops we sourced from a local remnant yard to keep to budget.
Selecting watery subway glass tile for the backsplash was a way of bringing in nature against the warmth of beach drenched diamond plaster.
#Houzz kitchen makeover windows
This is one of my favorite features as a new take on the old school garden windows which back in the day were great but, somehow they landed up distorting a great space by being a bit intrusive.
The open shelving and herb garden window creates a wonderful extension of natural space. What is so lovely about the garden window is it acts as an artistic focal point that feels fresh and can change for each season. Sourcing reclaimed wood shelving for the space added charming character and artistic detailing. This kitchen expresses the nature of the homeowner and that keeps it comfortable and cozy for her over time. To begin with I am not particularly fond of upper cabinets for small kitchens and really love the feeling creating a casual and relaxed vibe. Knowing the design of this small kitchen space would offer ease and function based on my client's lifestyle we agreed to keep it natural and light but add a distinctive warmth to the overall feel. White-washed vigas, tongue and groove ceiling details, the new garden window, and all the challenges of an older adobe where mastered artfully. The building family of Yardman Construction provided the expertise and skill to create the design we envisioned. This particular kitchen remodel project was a spirited collaboration with a divine client. Recently I was thrilled to receive word that a kitchen project I designed in an historic area of Santa Fe received recognition from the online site for "Best of Remodeling 2013" from my region which includes areas of Albuquerque to Santa Fe, New Mexico.
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