Fortunately, we’ve got a few tricks up our sleeves that instantly make your home look more expensive than it actually is. These methods won’t break the bank, but they’ll have a huge impact on the overall feel of your house.
Follow a Minimalist Furniture Approach
Many people fall into the trap of believing that more furniture, decorations, and artwork will make their homes appear more expensive. In reality, less is often more when it comes to design, especially with furniture.
Your home layout can alter your mood and the feel of the space dramatically. If you’ve got tons of furniture crammed into a space, the room will likely feel cramped and cluttered, not to mention less luxurious.
Take a look at the homes of the rich and famous. You’ll likely notice that they have fewer furniture pieces, but each one brings a statement or purpose into the room.
Instead of buying the next luxury armchair or dresser you see, focus on creating visually-appealing, clean lines in your home with fewer objects. You’ll find that sticking to simple designs and neutral colors will quickly boost the “expensive” feel of any space.
Accessorize with the Right Items
Expensive homes often contain many items for entertainment. From flashy gold bar carts to a billiards room, these accessories give the home an air of luxury.
If you’re on a budget, you can’t necessarily afford to hit the town and start purchasing fancy entertainment pieces. However, you can pick and choose how you want to accessorize, then do thorough research on how to snag the best deal.
Want to impress guests with a billiards set up? Know what size is perfect to fit in your empty space. Refer to a pool table buying guide before you drop five grand on one. Have you decided that a wet bar in the entertainment room would be worth it? Do serious research on hiring contractors and pricing estimates before pulling the trigger.
Although accessorizing with unique, fun items is a great way to make your home look more expensive, you need to put a great deal of thought into how you’re going to afford these accessories – and whether or not their price tags will be worth it.
Our suggestion?
Pick and choose the items that will have the biggest impact with a realistic cost.
Only Upgrade the Pieces That Are Important
When you’re frustrated with your home’s appearance, it’s easy to think that appliance and decor upgrades everywhere will instantly improve the atmosphere. Unfortunately, that would be a hefty bill to foot.
In all honesty, you don’t have to upgrade everything to kick your home’s bougie feel up a notch. Instead, think about the pieces that will either have a direct impact on your daily life or that guests will notice without your guidance.
One great place to start is in your kitchen. It’s many people’s favorite room, and you likely spend a substantial amount of time entertaining, cooking, and cleaning.
- Are the counters ugly and out of fashion?
- Do you hate the color of the cabinets?
Start there with basic, cosmetic upgrades for a big effect.
Similarly, bathrooms make a big impression on people. According to a USA Today article, even a minor bathroom remodel can provide a 102 percent return when selling a home. Consider regrouting tile, replacing your toilet, or adding some newer, fancier fixtures.
Everyone knows bathroom and kitchen makeovers are expensive. The key is to think about upgrading select pieces, not everything. You’ll find that picking the right upgrades to make will save you money and give you the luxurious effect you’re seeking.
To Wrap It All Up
By focusing more on minimalism and putting lots of thought into the purchases and upgrades you make, you can improve the feel of your home without spending an arm and a leg. Any designer will tell you that intention (not budget) is what makes or breaks a design.
So what are you waiting for?
About Author: Riley Swanson is a lifestyle blogger, passionate about food, fashion, home improvement, and traveling. She is also an avid traveler and shares her traveling experiences in her blog Riley+Christian Travel. You can find her on LinkedIn.
