Stories are important aspects of people’s lifestyle that could interestingly be narrated with a simple sign wall painting or books hung from your coffee table to shelves. A man’s interior layout could give an insight into whether he’s an extrovert or introvert; a die-hard fan of a football club, a nerd or a non-mainstream person or in fact a socialite interested in the next concert happening in town.
Whether you are a technology freak or not, layout communicates your stories to others and could misrepresent your views when you fail to place proper arrangement at the centre. Tasteful and sophisticated ways to reflect your personality and retain a sense of fun begin with keeping it simple.
“This means choosing a neutral colour such as white, black or grey for most of the furnishings and textiles. This also means avoiding clutter by sticking with only a few streamlined necessities: a bed, which will be the focal point of the room; a desk, a dresser; a nightstand. A great way to do this is to choose neutral stainless steel furniture or pieces that can double as storage or fit storage boxes underneath,” an SFGate journal on home guides advises.
Thomas Trafecanty, an interior design specialist, said simple things as picking out a paint colour for your walls says in-depth things about a person’s personality. People who love orange and yellow tones are optimistic, preferring bright reminders of the life force of the sun and fire.
Warm, bright colours also play on a person’s perception as they appear to leap forward, while cooler colours recede. People who gravitate towards brighter blues and greens are more laid back, he said, with the shades reminding them of open skies or bodies of water.
Using muted tones and patterns signifies that you are a peacemaker, according to Jane Lockhart, another interior design expert in an Huffpost report. When you avoid statement pieces or colors, you are taking the middle ground. In a home, this can read boring or even unstylish.
Having settled with a colour palette and furnishings in place, experts advise that effort is put into selecting high-quality, comfortable bedding, pillows and rugs. The duvet cover will be the most visible and most used element of the bedroom, hence selecting a nice one that fits your budget is crucial.
Lighting
Plan on having multiple sources of lighting to accomplish sophisticated illumination effects for different activities and times of day is also crucial. Consider installing a dimmer on your primary overhead source of light, and invest in a floor lamp, a desk lamp and a bedside light, all of which can be moved around to achieve your desired glow.
Once the basic elements of the bedroom are settled, it’s time to add a few touches of your personality. Frame photographs that are special to you in different sizes and arrange them on a dresser or side by side on the wall.
Consulting an art advisor for investment in a piece of art or a print that specially reflects your personality wouldn’t be a bad idea. If you prefer to keep your walls bare, consider looking for a specially designed light fixture, a vintage seating element, or another piece of design that suits your style. A single colourful touch is also an easy way to do the expression. Add a bold-coloured throw or pillow, or paint an item of furniture or even an accent wall.
Temitayo Ayetoto
