5 Quick Tricks That'll Drag Your Home Into The 21st Century
Do you dodge inviting buddies around for dinner? Shy away from hosting that birthday bash for your kids? Does the idea of letting other people into your home bring you out in hives?
We all get complacent when it comes to modernising our homes. It’s easy to palm off a get together for fear of home judgement. And the idea of updating your whole house can feel daunting. But it’s simpler than you think! And could add value to your property - what’s not to love.
These 5 tricks will help you bring your home into the current century with ease. And without throwing loads of cash at it.
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First Impressions
Antiquated doors and tatty windows can really drag the look of your home down. To stop your home from looking dated, consider it’s curb appeal. Consider a lick of paint to revive old doors. Bold colours really modernise your home, and it’s an easy way to show off your personality. Even investing in a few potted plants for your porch will really spruce up the look of your whole home. When thinking about doors, don’t forget your interiors either! Modern barn door panels will bring any room up-to-date.
Green Spaces
It’s easy to forget about your outdoor areas when you have a whole home to modernise. But taking a bit of time to consider outdoor planting and landscapes can turn a drab garden into a modern haven. Even if your garden is small, some choice potted plants will bring colour and life no matter the size. Don’t forget your entertaining spaces, either. There’s a vast choice of modern outdoor furniture to choose from. That way, you can invite guests over to enjoy the summer sun.
Kitchen Upgrade
A kitchen is the heart of the home. And if yours is old-fashioned, it’ll likely be bringing the whole house down. But you don’t have to blow thousands on a top of the range kitchen to modernise the space. Paint old doors if they’re still in good nick. Even swapping old handles for more contemporary ones will transform the whole kitchen.
Quick tip - you can swap up kitchen countertops without buying expensive new ones. Look at vinyl wraps to achieve your perfect kitchen without the price tag.
Declutter
Go Marie Kondo on your home. Lots of stuff on show makes your home feel outdated. Now’s the time to edit, edit, edit! You don’t have to get rid of all of it. Just move the things you don’t need into storage. If there are any cherished items, you just can’t do without, just upgrade your open storage. Modern shelving is the perfect way to show off your stuff to its max potential.
Light The Way
Innovative and creative lighting instantly modernises a home. It turns dingy spaces into somewhere warm and inviting. And if you go for a statement piece, it creates a talking point and aesthetic appeal. Even the type of bulbs you choose can modernise a space. Edison bulbs are the big thing on the market right now. They give soft, warm lighting without sacrificing style.
Investing in a larger lighting piece for unloved hallways will turn the style of your home up a notch. Be bold and confident in your choices.
