Adding a bit of glitz to your home doesn’t need to empty your pocket.
Today, there are a lot of ways to make your home look expensive without actually having to break the bank.
We’ll go over 7 of our favourite tips for that in this article. With any luck, afterwards, you’ll have found a fair number of ideas that you can use for your own place!
1. Update the hardware on your doors and cabinets.
This is one of the easiest and yet most effective ways of making a home look more glamorous.
That’s partly because you can get amazing drawer pulls, cabinet handles, and doorknobs for cheap now.
Simply shop around and you should be able to find some elegant options that won’t burn a hole in your pocket, from satin-finished options to ornate pieces.
Best of all, changing out the hardware on doors and cabinets is also fairly easy, so you can do it yourself with a few DIY videos!
2. Upgrade furniture for quality over quantity.
Upgrading furniture can do a lot to create a glamorous home. The idea is to transform spaces without sacrificing function.
Furniture that’s both beautiful and functional adds an element of ease and sophistication to everyday life. For example, replace plain storage bins or boxes with things like storage ottomans and coffee tables.
Or you can invest in a well-made side table or accent chair with a timeless design. This provides for future style changes while still enhancing the polished, luxurious look of your space.
Statement pieces offer even more options. Add one standout item to create a focal point and let that set the tone for a luxurious yet functional style.
A bold accent chair, a velvet sofa, maybe even a unique piece of art-deco-inspired furniture could work. Better yet, consider window treatments. These can specifically be used to create a glamorous look in any room.
Window treatments have come a long way from the days when they were simply intended to be functional. Now, they’re statement pieces in themselves and can add a lot to any room.
It’s worth noting that depending on what fabrics and designs you choose, getting custom ones done can be pretty pricey, though. Fortunately, if you’re a smart shopper, you can get by without spending too much.
Part of the trick is to avoid going for overly embellished or flashy fabrics. And believe it or not, you can still make your treatments look super-chic with just sheer or plain options when doing floor-to-ceiling drapes!
Of course, if you can swing it, try to get luxurious materials for a big difference. Some materials can make an instant impact, such as velvet, silk, satin, or damask.
Opting for big treatments also makes an instant impression. Try floor-to-ceiling length ones.
Or try hanging curtains higher than the window frame, ideally extending to the ceiling. This creates the illusion of taller ceilings and a more grandiose space.
Allow the curtains to cascade down to the floor, and even let them slightly pool for an elegant, luxurious vibe. Layer your curtains too, combining heavy drapes with lighter sheer ones.
This technique gives you more options for light and privacy control while creating a soft look that enhances elegance.
3. Get new lighting.
Lighting is big in interior decor. It can set the mood for a space, which means it can also determine just how glamorous it looks.
If your lighting is starting to look a little dated, it may be time to update it with some new lamps or lights. You can even just buy some new drums or shades for your lamps.
Or, if your lighting isn’t well-thought-out, you may want to go over the lighting plan and move some things to attain a better effect.
Think of your home as a stage: the lighting has to be arranged to present what you want in the best way possible!
4. Do an accent wall.
We’re particularly fond of this tip. It’s a hugely fun way to make your interior decor look more striking as well as pricier.
The interesting thing is that it usually doesn’t cost that much. You’re only working on one wall, after all, so that keeps costs down compared to if you had been doing four.
Try adding brick, stone cladding, wooden boards, or even tile and other special coverings to one wall to make it pop.
Consider adding textured wall panels too. There are affordable options for these if you don’t wish to splurge, and they can still elevate a room’s aesthetic with an interesting accent.
Select your option based on the look you want to achieve. For example, a glossy and metallic texture can be good for adding a modern and high-end feel to your space.
Wallpapers are alternatives if you want to create elegant patterns on a budget. It used to be costly, but now, there are so many budget-friendly options like peel-and-stick wallpaper or patterned wall decals.
Our tip? Choose wallpaper with metallic accents, geometric patterns, or even floral designs for a touch of glamour.
This instantly adds dimension and pattern to your room. Since some are even peel-and-stick options, it’s easy to remove or update whenever you want to refresh the space.
5. Repaint your walls or ceiling.
A lot of people don’t realise how worn their paint looks. You can pull off a serious upgrade in your home’s looks just by fixing that or by replacing the current paint with something a bit more appealing.
Using neutrals and whites is often a good way to improve a space if you’re doing contemporary decor, for instance.
It depends on what your actual interior decor looks like, though!
6. Install some moulding.
Moulding is pretty affordable now, especially since you can even get plastic versions.
Adding crown moulding at the tops of your walls or even to your baseboard can make a big difference in your home’s looks.
Consider ornate moulding such as intricate cornices or decorative trim. While these are fairly affordable to install, they can give the room a more expensive, glamorous feel.
Remember that it can be used to help define and frame your room. The right moulding can draw attention to the features of the room and add a designer-quality touch to its finish.
When paired with other glamorous elements like statement furniture, bold fabrics, or metallic accents, moulding becomes an important detail that pulls everything together.
It serves as a perfect backdrop for more luxurious items, amplifying their effect. You can even paint over it afterwards for a truly finished look!
7. Get a rug to serve as the accent piece for a room.
Rugs can add a definite splash of glamour to any space.
The right rug can transform a room and give it the polish it was lacking before.
There are so many types of carpets and rugs you can choose from now too. These even include custom options, which let you take the glamour to another level. We’ve also done a guide to those.
Though a lot of people don’t know it, custom area rugs are now pretty affordable. It depends partly on the materials and type of rug weaving technique you specify to your rugmaker.
If you’re interested in those, feel free to get in touch with us so that we can help you choose in a way that fits your budget.
We’re experienced working with different budgets while still delivering the unique glamour homeowners desire!
