Just like the icing on a cake, when it comes to decor, a room can come to life with the help of fine details. From artwork to accessories, look for fine details to help make individual spaces stand out.
DO:
• Add one or two accessories to a side or coffee table, such as a decorative vase or accent piece.
• Group accessories as a pair or in a vignette. Three items grouped together can work well.
• Mix accent pieces with books when styling a bookshelf.
• Use metallics. Brass remains a hot finish in home decor, especially in accessories. Feel free to also mix brass with silver finishes such as nickel and chrome.
• Use greenery. Greenery, as well as florals, succulents and blooms, can help add texture and colour.
DON’T:
• Clutter a tabletop or surface. In general following the rule of three works well.
• Overlook books as decorative items. From coffee table books to small hardbacks placed on shelves, books can be an affordable and colourful decor addition.
• Forget black and white are colours. Often neutral colours such as white, taupe and black can be used to help highlight bright colors or finishes.
• Mix too many colours and patterns. In general, a colour palette should have a maximum of three colours.
• Forget to plan your look. Purposefully selected accents and accessories can go a long way in creating a cohesive design.
— TNS
