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Nobody will be able to honestly tell you that interior design is always cheap. While there are budget-friendly ways of refreshing your home decor, there is certainly the capacity to spend up large on design options.
To keep the costs down, while still maintaining a fresh and modern design scheme, you need to make wise decisions on decorative investments.
Think of your interior design scheme as an investment. You'll be better off paying premium prices for long-lasting options that won't deteriorate or go out of style.
Think about a solid hardwood dining table with protective layers of lacquer, quality thick curtains and couches that are either high-quality leather (rather than cheaper vinyl options), or guaranteed-to-last fabric.
These larger items will be with you for a long time, so spending on quality, durability and design will save you from buying again in a few years' time.
Splurging is without doubt fun, so don't forget to enjoy it!
On the other hand, there are plenty of tricks you can use to modernise your home – without the mega price tag.
Change the look of your dining table with fresh centrepieces or tables runners. If you only buy one new runner every year, you'll soon be able to rotate them to suit your fancy. Even top-notch quality cotton runners can be bought in stylish colours and designs for around $50, and you'll be surprised that the change it makes.
Keep your couch looking up-to-date with a scattering of pillows. Visit stores when they're on sale to pick up a new set of cushions, mixing neutrals with bright colours, or if you can, pop into a fabric store and get all the materials you need to sew a few yourself.
June 04, 2013
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