Your home should be your peace. A place you go at the end of the day to decompress from the day’s stresses. It is important that your home feels comfortable to you, which will allow you to relax. You should make your home an extension of you and it’s important to create a home with your personal touches. Here are a few strategies to help you make your house a home:

How to Create a Comfortable Home

How to Create a Comfortable Home

Window Treatments

You would be amazed at how window treatments make a cozier home and the good thing is you don’t even need to leave your home to shop for them. One great way to get the process up and running is by shopping online. There are many advantages that you can attain when you shop this way, such as being able to avoid slow traffic and aggressive salespeople who attempt to sell you things you don’t need. Additionally, shopping online gives you the opportunity to quickly compare and contrast the products offered by multiple companies.

If you’ve never shopped online before, know that the process is very simple. You can begin by entering a relevant keyword or key phrase. For example, individuals looking for blinds can type in “Find Best Blinds Online.” Then click your “return” key. Doing so will lead you to a screen that features multiple hyperlinks. You can begin clicking on these links to be redirected to the websites of online retailers like Next Day Blinds.

Be More Eco-Friendly

Another strategy you can implement to make your house a home is becoming more eco-friendly. In today’s world, more and more people are realizing that the actions they make will have a negative or positive impact on the planet. Ensure that you’re helping rather than harming the planet by implementing eco-friendly practices in your home. One great way to start is by replacing artificial lighting with LED bulbs. You can also use natural sunlight in place of artificial light. Another eco-friendly strategy you may want to try is developing a compost pile.

Reclaimed home décor has become popular in home design because in many designs it adds texture and warmth. Learning to repurpose items is also a great way to avoid being wasteful and allows you to show your creativity.

Decluttering

If you’re serious about getting your house in great shape, it’s important to get rid of old appliances, furniture, and other items that are no longer contributing to the home’s functionality and aesthetics. One great way to do this is by hosting a yard sale. This strategy will empower you to clear out more space while also providing you with extra money. You can use the money you generate from the yard sale to purchase new items or renovate a room.

Hire An Interior Designer

One final strategy that can help you optimize your personal property is hiring an interior designer. The rise of the Internet has led to the rise of the DIY project as more and more people access online articles that provide them with step-by-step instructions on how to complete a renovation project. However, many if not most people will find that they obtain better results by allowing a skilled industry expert to complete the home renovation project. When you begin looking for the ideal interior designer, make sure that she or he possesses the following attributes:

  • Licensed Interior Designer
  • Been in business at least 5 years.
  • References from past clients
  • A portfolio of their work.

These tips will get you on your way to making your house a home. I would love to hear any tips you might like to add by leaving a comment in the comment section right after this post.

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About the Author: Patricia Davis Brown

Patricia, like her blog, is not a one-dimensional designer, which is evident in her accolades of 17 national design awards. Over a 38-year career in the industry, she has carved a niche in several areas of design. Licensed in interior design and certified in kitchen and bath design, she offers a full menu of design services ranging from whole house interior design, kitchen and bath design, lighting design, full remodels, commercial design and universal (ADA) design. Patricia is a sought-after speaker in the industry and has been published in many publications as seen on her interior design firm’s website, https://www.patriciadavisbrowndesigns.com/. She writes for such publications as QuinStreetinc, Relaxed Remodeler, and eHow.com talent offering design tips.