Friday, January 16, 2009

Interior Design 101 - Choosing the Right Wall Accents For Your Home

Decorating your home can be a difficult and frustrating task. Your dilemma will be where exactly you should begin the whole process of decorating. It will be no surprise at the middle of the task when you will feel a little bit overwhelmed. You may probably have a clear idea on what you want but you are not sure how specifically you can incorporate these ideas on the actual room design.

It is always best to start slowly particularly if you are not a professional interior designer. Finding the perfect wall décor can be a very difficult process so it is essential that you do not rush yourself. Every artist needs a starting point so here are a few suggestions on various types of wall art you can use in the different parts of your house.

• For the bedrooms, you can use family photographs and soft draperies to the bedroom walls. You can even use a theme to decorate the whole room. For instance, you can use music theme wall hangings for your children's room to create a melodious atmosphere to it. Other themes you can use can be centered on romantic, sentimental and cozy themes.

• Bathroom wall décor can include ceramic fixtures that can be color coordinated to the room's theme. If you have chosen a Japanese garden theme, you may want to place fortune plants and white pebbles in the bathroom to create that effect. Match accessories such as towel bars, soap dishes to enhance the design.

• The living room is where large and beautiful works of art are displayed. The size of the wall hanging depends on the size and proportions of the whole room. Painting and mirrors are usually placed above fireplaces or sofas. It is important that these masterpieces are secured tightly on the wall it was mounted on. If this is not done properly, it may cause accidents especially when guests are sitting on the sofa.

• Hallways can be decorated by hanging touches of wall accents that can connect one part of the house to another.

• The kitchen or dining area can also be a place where you can have fun with the wall hangings. Have fun and decorate the room with dining or fruit images as well as other decors that you find interesting. In some homes, the kitchen wall is usually adored with beautifully painted plates. You can also hang assorted baskets, fake fruits and cookware which add a homey touch to the kitchen and dining area. Building a wall wine rack can save on space at the same time is a decorative piece.

Choosing the perfect wall accent can surely define an entire room and create the atmosphere you want. For instance, if you are musically inclined then music theme wall hangings reflect your personality best. You should base your decision on you own personal preference and not from advices from home décor magazines. Many people use wall art to make a dramatic statement about themselves. It is also a way of telling a story to your guests. Deciding onhow you would want your room to feel like when you are in it is the best place to start when choosing a wall accent. You should enjoy it as much as everybody else because for the most time, you will be the one staying inside your house.

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