How to achieve a luxurious home on a covid budget!

2020 has forced us all to have a second look at the space in which we’re living in. Since the theatres, clubs and restaurants have come with more rules than normal, our homes have adopted a new name – our fortress. Funnily, now that we’re stuck in these fortresses, the pieces that fill our spaces start to lose their purpose or even start to resemble hoarding tendencies. That old hat rack that your mother in law gave to you, along with that orange monkey lamp, can slowly make its way to the tip. Why not incorporate some luxury and comfort into your home so that your previous fortress can transform into an amazing castle! But before your brain starts shouting MONEY at you, let me reveal the wonderful reality that lacks such big dollar signs.

First and foremost, turn that clutter into a pile of nonexistence. If you still question the purpose or reason for having that item every time you walk past it, it’s time to dump it! Many organisational experts reinforce the importance of decluttering as less ‘stuff’ equals clearer thought patterns, reduced anxiety and less stress! No strife, happy life!

Before you bring out the jackhammer to go ham on your kitchen, redecorate your living room – the space you and your family spend the most time in. If you want to achieve the ‘luxe for less’ look, run away from matching furniture! Unfortunately, they have a bad habit of bringing their friend ‘tacky’ to the party so always uninvite them. Instead, try introducing a wide variety of textures, shapes and pops of colour to incorporate a sense of quirkiness within your home. Remember that old clock or antique typewriter that your grandad gave to you? Bring it out and make it a statement piece!

One step backwards which equals hundreds of steps forward, a new coat of paint! Such a simple step makes a world of a difference.

Now you’re thinking what would look nice against this freshly painted, beautiful wall? Baby trees – or maybe as you know them, flowers! Flowers are the most subtle yet most impactful step you can take to introduce some chic and style into any part of the house without spending a fortune to liven up the room! Stick to one or two colours with an array of green foliage to bring your space to life.

Incorporate mirrors. By strategically placing mirrors around the room, it can create the illusion of a larger space as a result of its reflective powers.

Coming back to that orange monkey lamp, if it fits well into your space, then keep it! Include some mood lighting to, you know, set the mood. These can encompass many kinds of lamps you desire, from mini table lamps to huge floor lamps and they’re not just a stylish pieces but add a comforting sense of warmth and class to any room.

Now that you have an idea of what direction to go forward in, let your imagination guide you throughout your luxe for less journey and sit back to watch your home turn into that amazing castle!