7 Decor Tips for a Home That Looks Expensive

A tight budget can still give you a home that looks like it came out of a magazine.

1. Keep it clean

Clear the clutter, hide the paperwork and give everything a place. Group objects in threes and fives, and leave some walls and surfaces empty. Less really is more.

2. Stick to neutral walls

Beige, grey or soft yellow go with almost anything. Save bold colour for cushions and accessories, which are easy to change.

3. Build a gallery wall

Done well, it adds elegance and personality; done badly, it looks messy. Pick frames that belong together. Many of the world's most successful people, from Bill Gates to Mark Zuckerberg, are serious art collectors for a reason.

4. Light it up

Keep windows clear for natural light, and add floor and table lamps for warmth. Lamps are cheap and make a room feel bigger.

5. Update old fixtures

New knobs, handles, drawer pulls and switches, especially in the kitchen, are an easy upgrade.

6. Put the toys away

Keep big toys in bedrooms and small ones in storage so shared rooms stay calm.

7. Hang art you love

Art turns a house into a home. Plan where each piece goes, choose sizes that suit the wall, and don't feel you have to fill every space.

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