Who could have ever thought that changing and applying new window treatments could play such a huge role in the process of revitalizing your living room? If you are aiming to get the communal living space feeling and looking welcoming and fresh again, here are some of the top ways to liven up your home decor for the days ahead!
Introduce Layers of Texture
One of the hottest trends that many homeowners are following is the installation of Roman shades in their living rooms. Roman shades have been around for many years in many different forms, including those that are made of natural fibers, bamboo, rattan, and more. Regardless of what materials you choose, these shades can easily add visual interest with their texture. What’s more, they can roll up smoothly just like their traditional counterparts.
Consider Adding Some Curves
Existing designs in older living rooms often feature a lot of straight lines – everything is either square or straight. Therefore, updating the space with a modern window treatment such as relaxed Roman shades, can open the space up with its soft curves. Upon achieving a certain level of openness, your living room will feel more welcoming and pleasant to walk into. If you have plans to invite guests over frequently, this is sound advice that you should heed.
Reduce the Amount of Incoming Sunlight
If you have installed large windows for your living room, you should note that it can let in an astonishing amount of heat and sunlight. This can pose as a problem as it may become increasingly difficult to keep your living room cool during the summer months. A quick remedy for this problem is to install simple wood blinds or wooden shades, as they can filter the amount of sunlight coming in (reducing heat) without creating a look that dulls the space.
Choose Colors that are the Most Current
Choosing the right fabrics for your living room’s draperies is an essential aspect of revitalizing your living room. Therefore, a safer approach is to choose fabrics that come in a contemporary tone – that’s if you are using drapes to perk up your living room’s aesthetics. For starters, you can choose terra cotta shades that are mixed with golds, blacks and greens, as they are very trendy. If you living room is particularly small, you can opt for lighter and cooler colors to make the room look more spacious and brighter. If you have an oversized living room and want to make it more inviting, simply do the opposite and opt for darker and warmer colors!
Lighten Up Your Space the Natural Way
Almost every room in a house requires a certain level of natural light to enter it. You can attest to its importance, as it prevents a room from feeling dull and enclosed. Living rooms, in particular, can benefit from pleated shades which allow plenty of light to enter while maintaining the amount of privacy you need. From different tones that range from sky blue to white; to tropical patterns; to subtle stripes, shades make excellent treatments for a wide variety of windows.
Adopt the Minimalist Approach
Nothing is working out for you so far? Don’t fret, simply strip away those old and heavy window coverings and replace them with minimalist shades!