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Why would you want your family to have to live together and bond in a home that is totally artificial and uninspiring? Embracing natural decor in your family home can not only make it more beautiful, it can transform your home into a healthier space that you all love spending more time in, whether that’s alone or together.

Here are a few pieces of useful info you can use for embracing a more natural decor in your family home. Enjoy!

Don’t Hold Back When It Comes To Plants and Flowers

Plants and flowers are a must for a healthy, natural decor for your family to enjoy. Include flowers in the kitchen, lounge, and even the bedrooms. Have plants everywhere you can fit them – seriously! Not only do they purify the air and make us happier when we look at them (according to science), they add natural color to a home, as well as leafy texture. You can include multiple plants in one room and it can look fantastic. Just make sure these plants are easy to maintain!

If you’d rather not have to think about watering plants, you can buy convincing looking fake plants. Just bear in mind that you don’t get as many benefits with fake plants.

Use Natural, Earthy Tones

Using natural, earthy tones in your home decor can help to ground your home, make it feel more relaxing, and allow you to use furniture, artwork, and other design elements without clashing. However, this doesn’t mean you have to stick to colors like boring brown and beige. Look into different shades of blue and green, and don’t forget to include a pop of bright color here and there, like yellow.

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Use Botanical Fabrics

Take a look at botanical fabrics and figure out how you can include this in your home decor. A textile that features something like birds, branches, or flowers can be a great addition to make for spring. You could create your own upholstered chair with it if you know how to sew, but if you don’t, you could try creating a seat cushion instead – a great project for beginners. Failing that, don’t be afraid to make a table cloth, where you won’t need to sew anything at all.

Make Your Own Pretty Flower Portraits

Pressed flowers look beautiful, and they are really easy to do on your own. Whether you’re going for a morning walk or simply looking in your own garden, you could find some great flowers to make unique artwork. First you’ll need to press them using a flower press or a stack of heavy books, and then leave them until they have fully dried out.

When the flowers are ready, you can use a fabric like linen to back the flowers and fit it into a frame. Spray adhesive is a good option to stick your flowers to the linen, but sometimes the glass is enough to hold them in place alone.

Use Sea Glass To Create A Beautiful Feature

Sea glass, or beach glass, is absolutely beautiful. If you like collecting it, or you’d like a reason to start collecting it, you can create a great feature with it in your home. You could simply fill a nice vase with it, but how about using it to cover a window in your home? This would look absolutely amazing in a bathroom, whether themed around the beach or not! You can use a clear setting resin to fill in the gaps between pieces, and this window will still let in light, it’ll just block views. Make sure you’re not blocking out a fantastic view – this is why the bathroom makes the window an asset.

Let In More Light

Natural light makes us happier and more productive, yet so many homes are filled with artificial light. Make sure you aim to let in more natural light to your family home. Your family will feel more productive, less stressed, and happier. Plus, your home will look larger and just a whole lot better. Get bigger windows if you have that kind of budget. If not, simply keep them clean and choose the right window dressings so that you can let as much natural light in as you like.

Find A Way To Use Beautiful Materials

There are so many beautiful materials you can use in your natural home decor, from wooden floors to marble countertops from a place like World Stone. Make sure these materials are totally natural – you might need to take your time with this, as they can be more expensive than man made materials.

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Connect The Inside Of Your Home With Your Garden

Connecting the inside of your home with your garden can create a better living space. You can do this in an open plan living room by designing it so that it’s adjacent to your outdoor space. By making sure your internal colors and outdoor decking match, you can create a seamless transition. Positioning all of your furniture to take in the beautiful views is a good idea too, and you’ll easily be able to supervise children as they play outside.

Collect Feathers in a Cup

You don’t have to spend a lot of time or money to make your family home more natural and beautiful. The simple things can sometimes make all the difference! How about collecting feathers you find on walks and putting them in an earthy looking mug on a shelf to incorporate things from the wild?

Fill Up Bottles And Jars

As well as feathers, you can fill bottles and jars with your finds for a little affordable DIY. You could fill a glass jar with sea glass, as mentioned before – with or without water looks great. You could also place some smooth pebbles and stones in a glass jar, and then place a tea light on top for an affordable candle holder with natural appeal.

Start embracing a more natural home decor in your family home today – you’ll love the difference it makes!

Despite what some magazines and blogs would have you believe, decorating a house successfully isn’t all about making it look modern and current. In fact, if you tried to modernize an older home, you could wind up suffocating the inherent rustic charm of it. If you have a home that’s earned a lot of potent character over the years, then it’s important to approach decorating it the right way. Here’s some helpful advice to bear in mind.

Use One Color on the Walls, Ceilings and Trims

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Often, the most attractive features of an older home are the beautiful detailed molding, trims and doorway details that you simply don’t get with more modern homes. At one time, these little frills were considered essential to the polish and personality of a home. We all know how important paint can be in interior décor, and it’s probably the best tool for highlighting and preserving these rustic details. Try painting the walls, ceiling and trims all one color, but choose a tone with a slightly higher gloss on the trims, which will subtly draw people’s gaze towards them. With this kind of backdrop, any bolder décor pieces will look much more striking.

Keep Trim Exposed with In-Window Shades

Forget about hanging drapes, and go looking for in-window treatments like this classic pleat drapery from American Blinds. When you have in-window shades, rather than long, billowing curtains, you’ll avoid hiding away your vintage window trims. Furthermore, they contribute a slightly modern highlight. This will allow you to keep your indoor spaces feeling up to date, without smothering the rustic integrity of the space. If you’ve got a particularly neutral color scheme going on, then getting black or dark blue drapery can be a great way to form some interesting contrast.

Update, But Don’t Revolutionise, your Curb Appeal

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Sprucing up the exterior of an older house can be tricky. You don’t want your home to look haunted, but at the same time, you don’t want to modernize it too much, and ruin the inherent, classic charm. If you’re replacing your door numbers, find something in a brass, roman font, rather than anything too minimalist. If your fence gate is looking a bit old and rickety, go with a wooden fence gate from Long Fence, rather than a modern, chain link one. When picking out pot plants, find more classic designs. Most older homes could do with some updates to their curb appeal area, but you need to avoid completely revolutionizing it!

Mix the Classic with the Modern

Obviously, you’re going to have a lot of modern décor pieces in your home already. However, like many people who live in older residences, you may be a little worried about these smothering the potent, classical tone of your home. Try to counteract these modern pieces with some vintage items that fit the period of your home (don’t worry about getting it spot-on). These will help to make your TV, computer, and minimalist sofa more at-home and fitting.

It seems like only yesterday they wanted everything pink and princess, or football and dinosaurs. Now they’ve hit their mid-teens, and it’s all ‘so embarrassing.’ You’ve probably already salvaged some of those much-treasured stuffed animals and clothes your child threw out. They remind you of their younger days. But it’s not going to end there. Your teen wants a complete clear-out of everything ‘babyish, ’ and the only way forward is with a complete bedroom makeover. Are you ready?

The Big Clearout

Teens find this time in life to be full of inner conflict. They want to appear grown-up when their friends come over to the house. But all of those beloved toys, books, and posters still have deep meaning and comfort for them. You might call it sentimentality, but for a teen, this can be incredibly difficult to manage.

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When you have the big clearout, offer to put a couple of containers in the loft so they can come back to those most treasured items later. It clears them out of the room and out of sight of guests, but you haven’t cut that tie to their comforters altogether.

New Furniture

Teens come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, especially at this age. It’s best to buy standard furniture now. If you’re going to invest in it, you need to know it will last beyond college! Don’t feel uncomfortable about buying a bed in a larger size than a single. Teens struggle to sleep, so any help you can offer will benefit their health and education. You can buy a fluffy goose down comforter in most sizes so your child can be comfortable all year round.

Closet space starts to fill up during these teen years. Fashion trends for this age group change so often, and your child will, of course, continue to grow for a few years yet! Encourage your child to swap items when you’re buying new fashion. This means a tee is put in the thrifty gifting box for every new tee they buy. This prevents excess items blocking up valuable closet space.

Desks are vital for kids still in education. Look for desks that come with tidies or organizers, so they have places to store stationery and books. Study periods will start to extend so a comfortable office chair might be the best option here. Position the desk near to the power outlets. Chances are they’ll need a laptop, printer, and desk lamp plugged in there.

Tidy? Really?

Yes, teens like to have a tidy room, especially when they have their friends over. Teens can sometimes be more houseproud than us! Still, it takes effort to do, as well as motivation or, occasionally, incentive. Make it as easy as possible by providing plenty of storage for their things. A home for everything makes it quicker and easier to put things away.

Do you often find the dreaded laundry “floordrobe” scenario? An extra laundry basket positioned close to the door could help save you a lot of time and mountaineering. Carelessly discarded items if your child is a little untidy can really wind parents up!

Many teens are comforted by having their favorite things on display. Install a couple of shelves for this purpose. Of course, you’ll need to get the painting finished first!

Decor

Some kids can be pretty indecisive when it comes to choosing a style for their new bedroom. Of course, whatever you choose, they won’t like! Still, it’s worth shortening the list of choices as much as possible so you can get on with doing the job of decorating. Picking the main color is the first task. Broadly speaking, you should be able to pick a palette from this color that suits everybody.

Blues for boys and pinks for girls rarely works by this age. Brighter colors might be popular choices, but try to steer away from the moody navies, blacks, and dark grays. You want to be sure that whatever changes you make to this room can actively add value to your home rather than put any potential future buyers off. Of course, there is nothing wrong with these richer, darker tones being used for an accent wall if the other color choices are complimentary.

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Decorating can be a fun life lesson for your teen, as well as an opportunity to spend quality time together. Eventually, your child will have a home of their own, so they need to learn these valuable skills. Prepping the walls is essential. There may be lots of posters and pictures to take down. Any secured furniture is likely to leave a few holes in the plaster too. For a really good finish, fill the holes and sand the surface flat again.

Cleaning the woodwork or stripping the old paint off may generate a fair bit of dust. Make sure you’ve got your vacuum handy. If you take the time to make all the preparations, the finish will appear much better. Start with the ceiling, and work your way down. You might choose to wallpaper one or more of the walls. This can be quite hard work so make sure your teen is around to lend a hand! When everything is adequately coated and dry, you can install the flooring.

Usually, carpeting is used in the bedroom. For a start, it’s quieter when you’re downstairs! Your teen might prefer wood flooring and a rug. The cost to lay the flooring is quite similar, but carpeting might be the cheaper option for you. A rug can sit equally well on either surface. Leave the patterns to the rug – this can be easily and cheaply swapped out if tastes change later on.

Like adults, teens are more inclined to keep a room as pristine as they found it. A fresh new room could be ideal if you find your kids aren’t tidying up or taking care of things as much as you would like. Wall art and a good mirror could be the finishing touches this room needs. Hopefully, this space will do wonders for their sleep, studies, and moods! Enjoy.

If you have some savings stashed away, buying a second property as a holiday home is an excellent way to spend your money. Not only will it give you a fantastic place to while away occasional weekends and holidays, but you can also earn some income back if you decide to rent it out. The big question is, what makes the perfect holiday home. We’re going to go through everything you need to know – so let’s get started right away!

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It’s cheaper than you think

You might believe that buying a second property is an impossible ask. But if you are already a homeowner and can make a sound business proposition for renting out a holiday house, many banks will be willing to give you a shot. However, bear in mind that you will still need significant savings behind you for deposit purposes, and the more you pay, the better mortgage deal you can expect.

Location is critical

Of course, there is little point in buying a holiday home in an unpopular area. A lot of research is required before taking the plunge, and you will need to find out about the ins and outs of the location to ensure it is suitable for a holiday home. Look at tourism rates, activities, and facilities, as well as transport routes and proximity to services like airports. A quick look over at www.nclp.com.au shows you there can be a vast difference in price when it comes to location. Beachfront properties tend to be on the expensive side, while the further inland you go, the cheaper properties get. That said, it is possible to find a happy medium – the perfect point between price and location.

The maintenance issue

Don’t forget, if you are renting out your holiday home you will need to make sure it is well maintained., It will involve cleaning up after every guest leaves, in time for the new ones to arrive. If the property is located far away, you might need to find a property management company to look after business on your behalf.

The cost of furnishing

Another cost to consider is the furnishing – and it can rise to a significant amount. While you won’t have to deck out the holiday property as nicely as your own home, you will still need to invest in quality to ensure it appeals to potential guests. Run down properties with shabby and dirty furniture will soon result in disappointing reviews on sites like tripadvisor.com.au. And that means fewer guests are making bookings and potential problems in paying your mortgage.

Choose your niche
Finally, consider establishing a target market for your holiday home. Do you want to appeal to the luxury traveler? Or perhaps you want to attract the more adventurous types who enjoy outdoor activities? You could even take the budget travel route, and provide very basic accommodation. Ultimately, you can’t appeal to all these groups at the same time, so consider the sort of person who travels to that location and create something based entirely on their needs.

When you’re a parent, you have to think about safety as well as a style when it comes to redecorating or remodeling your home. It’s important that your home is a safe haven for your kids, but that doesn’t mean that it can’t look incredible too. If you’re a mommy with an interest in interiors, here are some tips and tricks to help you achieve amazing looks, which work for the whole family.

Creating separate areas

Many modern homes boast open living areas, which are ideal for family life. The open layout enables everyone to socialize in the same area and gifts families the opportunity to spend more time together. If you have a large space, there’s scope to section off areas to create distinguished zones. In one corner, you could have an area for the kids to watch TV, paint, and play games. In another section, you could have a workstation for older children to do their homework. You can create a relaxing hideout with a teepee, some floor cushions, and a small bookshelf. Once you’ve sorted the kids, you can focus on adults-only zones. You may want to commandeer a couch for watching movies or take over a corner for sewing, reading, writing, or drawing.

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Choosing the right materials

When you’re decorating, and you’ve got kids, try and opt for materials that are tough and durable. Children can be heavy-handed, and let’s face it, accidents will happen. If you don’t have at least a few spillages or muddy footprints to contend with, you’re very lucky! Don’t be afraid to use outdoor rugs indoors, especially close to the back door, and choose sofa fabrics, which will put up some resistance to the energy and enthusiasm of young kids. Rattan is a good choice for furniture in garden rooms and conservatories, and solid wood chests, coffee tables, and wardrobes should stand the test of time. Try and avoid glass tables and go for dark colors when you’re choosing rugs, cushions, sofas, and chairs.

Getting your storage right

If you walk into a family home, you’re normally greeted with the sight of toys, books, and games. Even a tidy pile can detract from a beautiful interior and make the place look cluttered, and this is why clever storage is so important. If you have the right storage, this enables you to tidy away toys quickly, and conceal them from sight when they’re not in use. You can choose from pull-out drawers and wall-mounted units, or you could convert nooks and crannies into storage spaces. Under-stair cupboards always provide useful storage, for example. If you’re looking for ideas, have a look at sites like Plumgoose.com/vanguard-furniture/.

Fancy framing

Every parent is proud of their children’s artistic masterpieces, and there are stylish ways of exhibiting their work. Rather than attaching a load of images to the fridge with magnets or simply sticking them to the wall, create a gallery by using frames of different shapes and sizes. This will create a stylish focal point, which will also make your house look more homely. If you’re struggling for inspiration, check out https://uk.pinterest.com/explore/displaying-kids-artwork/.

If you’ve got kids, having an elegant decor might seem like an impossible dream to you! Fortunately, this post is here to help you. Take a look at these tips and you could have an elegant decor that’s easy to maintain in no time.

Make Sure There Are No Sharp Edges or Dangerous Elements

Although you want your home to look elegant, you don’t want to have any sharp edges sticking out, or anything that could pose a danger to your kids. By simply choosing furniture and accessories with softer edges, you can make your luxury home decor look incredible without posing a risk to your children. It’s still possible to have an elegant decor while making child-proofing a priority too!

Consider Keeping Your Color Scheme Dark

If your house is small, you will likely think you have to keep a light color scheme to make it appear bigger, or at least stop it from appearing any smaller. The only problem with a light color scheme with kids, is that their fingerprints can get just about anywhere. We love our kids, but they aren’t the tidiest of people. If you have light walls and light sofas, chances are you’re going to spend the majority of your time cleaning up after them and working out how to remove stains from certain fabrics. Your home doesn’t need to be a dungeon with black walls and ceilings, but you can use colors like purple to give an element of luxury while hiding fingerprints and other things kids bring to the home.

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Choose Your Furniture Carefully

When you go about choosing your furniture, make sure you take your time. Choosing something durable is a must, especially if you and your kids are going to be sitting on it regularly. Again, it’s a good idea to avoid sharp corners and light colors. Apart from that, you have many lovely pieces to choose from that will bring style, luxury, and practicality to your home. You can get an idea of what’s available by looking at pureinterior.com.sg. Make sure you choose something that will stand the test of time. Think of it as an investment!

Consider Limiting It To One Room Or A Few Rooms

If you’re worried about having elegant decor all over your home, there’s no need to panic. Consider limiting it to one room, or a few rooms in your home. Keep the kid’s rooms in a traditional children’s style, and consider creating elegant decor in rooms they don’t tend to use too much. It’s up to you of course, but this will make your theme much easier to maintain and you’ll likely have better peace of mind!

Avoid Visual Clutter

Keeping your elegant decor free of too much visual clutter is beneficial for a number of reasons. You won’t have to constantly rearrange things as they are moved by your kids, and you’ll have one less thing to worry about! You can still have an elegant decor and only select a few accessories you really love to play up the space.

This guide to elegant decor when you’ve got kids has hopefully helped you to get an idea of what you’re going to do with your home. Have fun with it, just make sure it’s practical. Thanks for reading!