1.TRY BOLDER SHADES IN THE KITCHEN
Step out of your comfort zone and introduce bolder color schemes to your home over the coming year. 'Clients are increasingly moving away from the timeless, crisp white kitchen, for example, and are bravely embracing adding color to cabinets instead' says Patricia Knight, Founder & Principal Designer of Zinnia Design Studio.
2. ONLY INVEST IN QUALITY FURNITURE TO UPDATE YOUR ROOMS
'This year, my biggest recommendation to update your home is to really invest in high-quality furniture pieces that are going to stand the test of time. If you're looking to make updates, take the time to research materials and craftsmanship and invest in spending a little more for items that are artisan-quality and sustainably crafted' recommends Kathy Kuo, CEO of Kathy Kuo Home.
3. FOCUS ON LIGHT FIXTURES TO BRING A NEW LOOK
Lighting has a bigger impact on a room than you might expect, so consider your existing fittings before making any bigger changes. Add a warm ambiance with additional bedroom lighting, or make a kitchen feel larger and spacious with fixtures that let out more light.
4. EXPERIMENT WITH INTERESTING TEXTURES TO ADD DIMENSION
Blending different materials and finishes is a great way to add depth and interest to your interiors this year, especially in more utilitarian spaces like the kitchen, bathroom or utility room. It can be a simple update too, you needn't totally remodel the space - focus on smaller areas like backsplashes, countertops and wall finishes.
5. PAY ATTENTION TO NEGLECTED AREAS
'The new year is a great time to tackle spaces that can easily be neglected, like a bathroom. Start by having your current tiles cleaned and regrouted. Crisp, clean grout lines can instantly refresh the look of your shower and make it appear well-maintained' suggests Victoria Holly, Principal and Founder of Victoria Holly Interiors.