admin A house is merely brick and mortar, but there are those small little elements that we add to it that make it a home. New homemakers are usually in a jiffy to get everything done and hence do not pay heed to the trivial details that hold utmost significance. Designing and furnishing a house are daunting tasks that require patience and perseverance, which many new homemakers lack. The power of designing is so huge that a trifling adjustment can change the outlook of the entire space. In order to give you your dream home, we’ve highlighted seven mistakes that new homemakers commonly make and the easiest ways to avoid them:
- Not Making Enough Room for Natural Light
Human beings spend most of their time in the comfort of their houses and yet forget to inculcate the most important aspects of natural light and fresh air into their homes. Natural light is something you simply cannot miss-it provides you Vitamin D, wears off seasonal depression, reduces the risk of various diseases and ensures proper sleep. While designing your dream home, you need to make certain of the fact that you achieve a balance between natural indoor and outdoor lighting. A combination of floor lighting, windows and recessed lamps can be used. Broad windows and curtains can be used to enhance the same.
- Hanging The Artifacts Too High
While hanging any form of artwork, mirror or shelve, one needs to be careful with the height of the object. When they are too high or low, an uncomfortable focal point is created that proves to be a major problem in the future. To stay a bit on the lower side is always better. The best solution to this problem is using a removable hook that allows you to test the placement without doing any permanent damage.
- Using Furniture that is not Proportional
When it comes to designing a house, furniture plays a huge role. Try to buy furniture that fits naturally into the room and not something that is just appealing to one’s eyes. Do not invest in L-shaped furniture if you do not have plenty of room available. Moreover, there is a common misconception of pushing the furniture against the wall so as to create a larger room. Avoid doing that, rather place the furniture close to each other so that a sense of intimacy and warmth is created.
- Open Storage
No one likes to look at clutter but that is what happens when you opt for open storage. This is one trivial mistake that gets too difficult to rectify later, thus, it is always better to select storage in furniture that can be easily veiled or used for a completely separate purpose. However, if you do favor open storage, be careful of what you put in it so that you can create a tasteful space rather than a chaotic mess.
- Choosing A Single Theme
If you are a fan of a particular theme, try not getting too indulged in it. A single theme often gets monotonous and lacks the personal touch. Do not go in for furniture that matches way too well, it makes your house look like a furniture store and not your own personalized space. Try assembling different things and do not lose out on functionality for the sole purpose of aesthetics.
- Over-Accessorizing
As important as it is to not stick to a single theme, similarly to over accessorize will mean to clutter. A few things here and there might add to the beauty of the room and space but over –accessorizing will make only those things visible leaving no room for the actual function. You also lose the sense of minimalism. For example, on a dining table, there should be room for spices and food products rather than artifacts that will be of no use there.
- Bare and Exposed Wires
These exposed wires, pipes and outlets not only hamper the beauty of the place but also cause loads of trouble. What may look trivial in the beginning or something that can be dealt with later proves to be an ordeal. Always ensure that these are covered well in time and not left for the future as in most cases. This will protect the beauty of your home and minimize any form of wear and tear.
Everyone invariably has a lot of emotions attached to their homes. So, why compromise on even the minutest of details? New homemakers need to be aware of the fact that it is the small things that eventually add up to make something a comprehensive whole. Be fully aware of the know-how before making the final decision. The aforementioned points are a few mistakes that are commonly made and need to be avoided for the best possible outcome.
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