Simple Decor Updates to Add Personality to Any Room & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up On the Edge #730
Do you want to infuse some personal charm into your room decor? Revamping your living space can be an exciting project without requiring a full-fledged makeover. Moreover, adding unique features that reflect your personality can significantly enhance your connection to any room. Get ready to be inspired by these simple decor ideas.
Incorporate Artwork: Prints for Your Wall
You don’t have to be an art aficionado to display pieces in your home. Art is a form of expression and can set the tone for any space. To add some extra personality to any room, consider incorporating prints for your wall. Whether you prefer monochrome abstract art or colorful florals, high-resolution photographs, or typographic prints, wall art reflects your aesthetic preferences. Don’t hesitate to play around with different compositions like a single strikingly large piece or a carefully curated collage of smaller prints, which can both make a bold statement.
Swap Outdated Lighting Fixtures
Light fixtures are like the jewelry of the decor world. Whether they are flamboyant or simplistic, a light fixture can add a significant touch to the overall ambiance of the room. Switching out outdated ceiling lights with chic pendant lights or adorning your tabletop with a retro lamp can instantly upgrade your space. Additionally, the soft glow from a stylishly placed light source often accentuates the beauty of your decor while creating a warm atmosphere.
Play with Texture and Patterns
Diverse textures and patterns add depth to your room by attracting the eye and creating visual interest. You can incorporate this through a well-placed plush rug that distinguishes the seating area or velvet cushions that pop against your sofa. Patterned wallpaper or a unique paint technique can bring your walls to life. Remember, subtlety is the key. If you prefer neutral tones for your room, opt for textures in similar shades to keep the look cohesive.
Include Personalized Accessories
Personal accessories are a great way to add a dash of your personality to your room decor. This could be as simple as a collection of your favorite books or albums, framed photographs of cherished moments, prized medals or other awards, or sentimental souvenirs from memorable trips. Not only do personal accessories serve as conversation starters, but they will also make any room feel truly like your own.
Utilize Plants for a Fresh Appeal
The inclusion of plants in a room can instantly give your decor a fresh appeal. Greenery breathes life into any space and adds an organic touch. If your room gets ample sunlight, consider an indoor plant like a Fiddle Leaf Fig or Snake Plant. Conversely, low-maintenance options such as succulents or air plants work well for rooms with less natural light. To make it more personal, pick planters that match your style whether it’s rustic, contemporary, or artsy.
Revamp Furniture with DIY
If you are up to the creative challenge, DIY projects can significantly level up the personality quotient of your room. Update old furniture by painting your wooden table in a colorful hue or reupholstering a threadbare chair with a funky fabric. These personal touches will add a sense of originality and uniqueness, setting your room apart from a typical, store-bought aesthetic.
Take Risks With Bold Colors
Finally, don’t be afraid to take risks. One of the quickest ways to update your room is with a splash of bold color. This could be a statement wall in a vibrant hue, colorful cushions on a neutral couch, or a bold piece of furniture. Remember, color embodies mood. The choices you make will be a direct reflection of your personality whether it be calm blues, energetic reds, or balanced greens.
The journey of personalizing your room can be a fulfilling one, adding layers to your space that narratively express who you are. Ultimately, the key lies in representing your own style and preferences without feeling compelled to stick to conventional decor rules. With these simple updates, you will be well on your way to creating a room that illustrates your unique personality.
My next room update will be the kitchen. I am still in the brainstorming stage so I have no idea when I will even begin. I guess when the inspiration hits! Do you have any home projects in the works?
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18 Comments
Nancy
If any home has a personal touch is yours! And it must be the most colourful one in the street. Love that purple blueisch wall!
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Thanks so much, my friend! My house is definitely colorful!
xoxo
Shelbee
Di
Great tips on updating your home decor, Shelbee. I know your home makeover has been a work in progress. Every room is simply gorgeous! You have added so many beautiful and creative touches. This article took me back to remembering the hodge-podge that was my first apartment. It had nothing in it that belonged to me except my clothes. It was full of hand-me-downs that were not my taste-just necessity! To create some semblance of order and unity back then, I painted all of the furniture white, except the things that needed to eventually be returned to their owners. Enjoy your weekend and thanks for sharing!
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Thanks so much, Di! I hate spending exorbitant amounts of money on anything so finding inexpensive ways to inject personality into my home is totally my jam. I love getting creative to make the hodge-podge all come together. As I am looking around my living room with its three separate couches, I realized that all three were second hand. Our double recliner couch was given to us by a friend who was moving, our sectional was purchased for $50 from another friend who was moving. And our leather sleeper couch was purchased for $25 from a neighbor who was moving. Since they are all neutral colored (gray, tan, and ivory), they all work well in the same room. Fun stuff! I hope you have a wonderful weekend, my friend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Sally in St Paul
Your decor posts are always so inspirational, not because I want to copy your idea but because you really show how to reflect one’s own personality and aesthetic in the home. I would never mistake your house for someone else’s…and I think that’s the best kind of place to live!
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Oh my goodness, Sally, thank you so much! My house definitely has our personalities sprinkled all over it!
xoxo
Shelbee
Melody Jacob
Great blog post! Loved the idea of incorporating artwork and personalized touches to make a space truly unique. Your decor tips are both inspiring and easy to implement.
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Thanks so much, Melody! I have really been enjoying updating my home one room at a time!
xoxo
Shelbee
Your True Self
Hi, Shelbee – Nice ideas here for things to do around the house! Thanks – Angie, http://www.yourtrueselfblog.com
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Thanks so much, Angie! I always appreciate inexpensive ways to make my house more me!
xoxo
Shelbee
Steph@Stephcreatesthings
Shelbee, I love your fun style, and that purple room with that nebula background is beautiful! It’s all so lovely~
Thank you for hosting this kindness link-up. It’s appreciated. 🙂
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Thanks so much, Steph! The blue nebula room has since been converted from the game room to my niece’s bedroom. She has decorated it even better than I could!
xoxo
Shelbee
Marsha Banks
I just love your home, Shelbee…from the colorful living room to the amazing mudroom/pantry to your bedroom! It’s all so you and so unique! Thanks for the link up!
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Thanks so much, Marsha! I do love being surrounded by bright cheerful colors!
xoxo
Shelbee
Pamela
Love your unique and beautifully colorful home!
Pamela
http://www.style-yourself-confident.com
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Aw, thanks so much, Pamela!
xoxo
Shelbee
Patrick Weseman
All it looks really nice. Love what you have done. And love that pic of you. You should be proud. Very nice. Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful week.
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Patrick, thanks so very much! I have been on the struggle bus lately but I am still trudging along!
xoxo
Shelbee