7 Ways to Add Your Own Style to Your Home

Your Home. Your Style. Your Way!

If you've just bought a new home or are looking to refresh your current one, bringing in your own style is definitely a priority. If you don't know what your style is, going through interior design magazines and Pinterest boards can give you a rough idea, but at the end of the day, you want to style your home in a way that reflects who you are; character, personality and all. Whichever interior design style you choose as your baseline, you can always spruce things up to add character into your space that's unique to you. Here are 7 tips to help you add your own style to a home.

1. Add Decorative Glass on Your Front Door

The front door is often one of the most overlooked elements in a house. The primary focus for most people when it comes to the front door is security, but this doesn't mean you can't add an aesthetic element to it. Your front door creates the first impression whenever someone comes to your house or sees it from the street. Break the norm and infuse your own style by adding a decorative door glass on your door. The great thing about using decorative glass is you don't have to get rid of your pre-existing door. Start by choosing the best decorative door glass for your style and and get ready for a fun DIY project!

2. Paint Your Exterior and Interior Walls

The easiest way to bring new life and add a personal touch to a home is with a fresh coat of paint, whether that's on the interior or exterior walls. New homes are often painted in neutral colors to appeal to a wider pool of potential buyers. But once the home is yours, there's no limit to how much color you can play with. Hiring a professional to paint your wall is one option, but you can always Do It Yourself with a can of paint and a paint roller. Painting interior walls is as easy as getting a can of paint and paint roller. However, for exterior walls, factor in the dos and don'ts of exterior painting if you plan on doing the work yourself.

3. Make Use of Wallpaper

Wallpapers have been in use for centuries in interior design and decoration to add more flair into spaces. Although wallpaper styles and prints have evolved over time, it's still a timeless way to bring in your own style into your home. For starters, you can have custom-made wall papers from your favorite picture—and have an interior unique to you. One of the best parts about using wallpaper is the ease of installation—even DIY newbies can figure their way around installing wallpaper. Additionally, wallpapers are easy to remove—they won't damage your walls, and you can always change things up in a new season.

4. Restore and Repurpose Old Furniture Pieces

When selecting furniture for a home, one of the most important factors to keep in mind is size and functionality. Sometimes, this may call for getting rid of old pieces that no longer suit your space. Rather than selling or throwing out an old piece of furniture, you should consider restoring it and repurposing it. For instance, that old chair you may have inherited from your grandma can be cleaned and reupholstered to give it an all new look with a touch of history. You'll not only have a beautiful and functional piece of furniture, but one with a unique story behind it. Or better yet, check out the flea market for unique pieces that you can add to your home.

5. Personalize Your Wall Art

Ever wondered why certain wall art pieces are worth thousands of dollars? It's all about the statement they make and, of course, the artist and the story behind the piece. Whether you have an appreciation for fine art or not, a beautiful wall art piece is a sure way to add a touch of luxury and character into your space. To make that character more unique to you, consider creating your own art and choosing a unique frame for it. Contemporary art has redefined modern art, allowing room for just about anyone to go wild on a canvas and create a masterpiece. Alternatively, you can turn your favorite photo into wall art by having it enlarged and framed, or create a gallery wall with photos of you and your family in custom frames.

6. Add Textured Fabrics

One simple way to add your own style to a home is to make use of textured fabrics. This includes curtains, area rugs, throw pillows and covers. Unless it's summer when we try to work with fewer layers in the home, your options are limitless. A vintage rug, for instance, can have a dramatic effect on your floor, taking it from basic to exceptional. And when adding throw pillows, if you find working with multiple colors overwhelming, try different textures of fabrics with the same color instead. Multiple textures draw eyes in, adding depth and personal flair into your space.

7. Find Ambient Lighting With Character

Ambient lighting sets the mood in your home and elevates your interior decor. Go the extra mile and find ambient lighting fixtures full of character to add your personal style into your home. Unique chandeliers can completely transform the look of your space, drawing eyes upward and creating an aura of luxury. When choosing a lighting fixture for your space, bigger is better if you're working with one fixture in one space. For multiple lighting fixtures within the same space, select identical pieces or similar design and color to create balance and maintain uniformity. Two completely contrasting pieces may have a counteractive effect. If you don't wish to spend money on new lighting fixtures, you can use metallic spray paint to transform vintage pieces and give them a fresh look.

Add Character and Personality Into Your Home with Zabitat

Home represents comfort and safety—it is where our truest selves exist and where we let loose or hide when things get tough. While public spaces call for compromise, your home is the one place that should reflect who you are, expressed through your home decor. At Zabitat, we take pride in helping our customers upgrade their entryway from start to finish. Contact us today!