Decorating the abode using ‘themes’

Interior Decorating with a theme in mind can inspire and assist when choosing finishes and furnishings.

Motivation is important when decorating.

• The best way is to start with an item that will provide inspiration. Perhaps you adore cows or cars. You can use these ideas as a starting point. Just be very careful that you do not go too far. Visitors will be overwhelmed with a room filled with cows and cow patterns.

Start with an item of artwork that you love or an interesting piece of furniture that you would like to make a centerpiece. 

• This is a great way to begin when choosing the décor for a room. You are using your centerpiece to create a motif for the room.

  

• Use the colors and theme from the painting. Floral art is easy to pull colors from. Use a floral wall covering on an accent wall with your floral paintings on adjacently painted walls. Add a floral trimmed area rug. Use an abstract painting as inspiration to add a wisp of color across a plain wall. Take a vibrant color from your art work to use to upholster a sofa.

You might have a beloved collection, such as old bottles, toy cars, roosters, etc. you wish to show off.

• Make up a display case. Do not overwhelm. If you have a tremendous amount of items than swap older items with fresh ones as you dust. This will create a focal point that your visitors will always want to look at to see what is new and exciting.

• Find pillows within your theme to place on a neutral sofa.

If you like cars you can find interesting items repurposed from autos to be used for the abode’s décor.

• You could have an interesting sofa made from a car seat. Keep the rest of the room simple.

  

• Pull the colors from your car seat to use on the wall. Consider running a racing stripe around the room.

• Upholster chair seats with a race flag patterned fabric.

For sports fans, bats or hockey sticks can be repurposed to make an interesting chair.

The internet is great for gathering ideas. Read the examiner article Decorating the “man cave” for some theme inspiration.

Remember less is more. You will find hundreds of items to fulfill the theme of your décor. Choose wisely. You are not going to enjoy dusting a million themed accessories. Make sure to keep your colors coordinated. If you feel overwhelmed, have a consult with an Interior Designer, such as weberlifedesign, to help you in your final decisions.

You will also want to make sure that your rooms flow together in the abode. Read about Feng Shui to learn about creating a soothing environment.

Enjoy your own little showcase and never be afraid to dance!

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