Decor Tips for a Luxurious Home

Introduction

• Host: Kristen
• Purpose: Sharing 10 decorating tips to make homes look luxurious and expensive without breaking the bank.
• Sponsor: Walmart

Window Treatments

• Layering Window Treatments: Use more than one type (e.g., drapes with Roman shades, roller blinds, wood blinds).
  • Provides functionality (privacy) and style.
  • Hang drapes high and wide for a tall, framed look.
  • Example: In the living room, use roller shades for privacy and light diffusion, heavy drapes for framing.

Rugs

• Importance of Runners:
  • Ideal for hallways, kitchens, bathrooms, entryways.
  • Walmart offers affordable options with popular brands like Sabave and Loloi.
• Rug Recommendations:
  • Loloi Winter Printed Rug for transitional or vintage designs.
  • Loloi’s Cloud Pile Technology for softness.
  • Jute Rug for mix of fiber colors.
• Carpet Tape: Ensures rugs stay in place, prevents tripping hazards.

Styling Surfaces

• Stacking Decor:
  • Use different sizes and shapes (e.g., books, trays, candles, beads).
  • Creates a designer look even with affordable decor.

Furniture Arrangement

• Large Furniture Illusion:
  • Combine small pieces (e.g., dressers, cabinets) for the look of a single, large piece.
  • Example: Finish with decor to hide seams.

Dining Room Lighting

• Coordinate Light Fixture with Table:
  • Match the shape of the chandelier to the dining table.
  • Use multiple fixtures for rectangular tables.

Curtains

• Double Curtain Panels:
  • Use two panels on each side for extra width and texture.

Planning and Visualization

• Space Planning:
  • Use Photoshop for planning decor arrangement.
  • Ensures compatibility in real life.

Wall Art

• Matted Frames:
  • Look more expensive, provide high-end finish.
  • Adds contrast and uniformity in a gallery wall.

Adding Greenery

• Incorporate Plants:
  • Use real or faux greenery to add life to spaces.
  • Suitable for all rooms including bathrooms and kitchens.

Soft Furnishings

• Add Soft Elements:
  • Use pillows, throws, and runners to soften spaces.
  • Enhances warmth and coziness.

Conclusion

• Encouragement to implement tips.
• Invite feedback and engagement (comments and likes).
• Promote upcoming content and encourage subscription.

• Additional Resources: Links to products mentioned are provided in the video description.