How to decorate your new home.

Congratulations on your new home! It's likely the most exciting purchase you'll ever make, and there's plenty of work to be done before you can move in. One of the first things on your list should be decorating – after all, you'll want to make your new place feel like home as quickly as possible. But where do you start?

Decorating a new home can seem daunting. The entire home is a blank slate waiting for you to begin. This blog post will give you some tips for decorating your new Oklahoma City home. Enjoy!

#1 Determine your interior design style.

You can use Pinterest and Instagram to help you figure out what your interior design style is. Look at pictures of homes that you like and see if there are any patterns in the designs. Once you know what your style is, it will be easier to choose furniture, paint colors, and decorations that match.

You can look at the decor you already have and see how it fits into some of the more popular design styles out there today. A few examples of popular design styles include:

Modern Farmhouse Style:

Modern farmhouse style has been all the rage lately. This style opts for traditional elements such as wood furniture, a neutral color palette, and vintage decor.

Scandinavian Style:

Scandinavian style or "scandi" is all about simplicity and functionality. Think light colors, natural materials, and minimalism.

Cottage or Country house Style:

Cottage style focuses on creating a cozy, inviting atmosphere in your home. Look for soft surfaces, textiles, and traditional decor for this style.

Mid-Century Modern:

Mid-century modern style has made a comeback in recent years. It is all about clean lines, geometric shapes, and organic materials like wood, leather, and metal.

Once you know your design style it will make the decorating process much easier.

#2 Determine your home's style and work with it.

One way to determine your home's style is by looking at the architecture. Pay attention to the windows, doorways, fireplaces, built-in shelves, and other details that define the style of your home. 

Once you know the style of your home, it will be easier to decorate. For example, if you live in a Victorian home, look for vintage furniture and decorations that fit within this period. If you have a craftsman style home, look for furniture and decor that emphasize natural materials like wood, leather, and metal.

Once you know your style it will be much easier to choose your decor and plan accordingly. However, don’t feel restricted to just one era or design style – mix and match different pieces to make your home unique.

#3 Decorate room by room.

Decorating an entire house all at once can seem daunting. By breaking it down room by room it will be much easier. Start by focusing on one room and work through it until you are happy with the result before moving on to another room.

When decorating, try to focus on a few key pieces of furniture or decorations that will become the focal points of each room. Once those are in place, you can add smaller accents around them to complete the look.

When choosing furniture and decorations, keep your style in mind, but don’t be afraid to experiment with different colors and textures. A combination of old and new pieces can create an interesting look that will make your home unique.

#4 Take time to decorate

It may be tempting to decorate the entire house all at once, but that can lead to rushed decisions and not getting the look you really want. Instead, take your time and enjoy the process. Don’t rush it, take breaks when you need them, and don’t be afraid to experiment with different pieces until you find what works best for each room.

Buying decor items over time will also help you stay within budget. You can look for sales on the items you want. You will be able to wait for and buy the items you actually want instead of settling for what is available now.

#5 Limit your color palette

By choosing a few colors to use throughout your home, you can create a cohesive look in the various rooms. Try to limit yourself to no more than four colors for a unified look. You can opt for neutrals like white or beige, or choose colors that coordinate with each other such as blues and greens.

When selecting colors, keep in mind how they will work together and how they will contrast with the existing furniture and decor. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different shades of colors too – sometimes a subtle change can make all the difference.

Once you have decided on your color scheme, stick with it throughout the entire house for a cohesive look. This doesn’t mean that everything needs to be one color, but try to incorporate at least two in every space.

Conclusion

Decorating your home can be a daunting task, but by focusing on these five tips it will become much easier. Identify your design style and let that guide your decor choices. Determine the style of your home and look for furniture and decorations that fit this mold. Decorate room-by-room to make the whole process more manageable, take time to find the perfect pieces, and keep a limited color palette for a unified look throughout the house. With these tips in mind, you will be able to create a beautiful, cohesive look for every room in your house!

by Rachel Stone