How to achieve the look of timeless design

The timeless home design is the ultimate goal for many homeowners, and there’s a good reason for it. Basically, such design utilises functionality and beauty over decades and remains classic and eye-pleasing even with countless fads and trends that’ve recently emerged. So, is there a way to create this environment in your own home? You better believe there is. Keep on reading to find out more.

Invest wisely
If you’re just starting to equip your home or if you simply want to replace older pieces with the new ones, it’s important to know where to put your hard-earned money. In general, your biggest investment should include sturdy, top quality sofas and armchairs. These can be a starting point of your living room redesign. Opt for a colour that goes well with the overall style. What’s more, sleek and simple forms are the best choice. You can always decorate them with cushions and covers later on. Another great investment is your bed. There’s no point in being frugal when it comes to the durability of bed’s base or the quality of your mattress. Go for bold form yet simple lines that would always prove to be a good match for any style and, of course, a great support for your body.

Redesign the old
You don’t need to spend a tonne of money on every single furniture piece at your home. Some furniture bits can be redesigned, repurposed and even upcycled to match the timeless look. For example, coffee tables can be easily spruced up to fit the modern vibe. Sand the old table and give it a coat of fresh paint. Black, white or wood shades are great unless you want the coffee table to give a pop of colour to the room. Both shiny and mat finishes can look great so go with the one you prefer. You can do basically the same with shelves, cabinets, wardrobe and any other wooden surface. If your coffee table is not made of wood, simply skip the sanding part. You can even use spray paint to make things easier.

Easy on the accessories
Some of the most famous timeless trends today are known as Scandinavian, Japanese and the mix of the two – Japandi design. The common ground these styles share is the minimalistic approach to décor. If you too long for a timeless feel in your home, don’t clutter it with accessories. Plants will always be an essential piece – tall, luscious leaves without blooming flowers are the best. Don’t put too many details on your walls either. Statement painting pieces, as well as good quality wall clocks, are all that your timeless home needs. Matching candle set, figurines and other details, such as cushions, curtains and decorative rugs should all match the general colour scheme that you have going on. Basically, avoid anything that’s simply too gaudy, overly embellished or intricate in design.

No need to break the bank
Classic interior design can be affordable if you know where to look for inexpensive furniture pieces. It’s a perfect solution for people who live a frugal lifestyle as well as those who value elegance and luxury in their personal environment. One can find vintage furniture pieces in all price ranges because they are still the most popular choice among the homeowners. You can buy an amazing statement painting, statue, figurine, coffee table, etc. from a famous designer or take the trouble to create something yourself. Basically, something that deserved the title of being timeless cannot be directly linked to finances.

There are plenty of magazines and blogs that you could use for inspiration when transforming your home into a timeless bliss. In general, stick to more neutral colour schemes, introduce a pop of colour here and there, always choose elegant and sleek design forms and avoid clutter at all costs.

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