8 Décor Features Every Room Needs

In order to have an inviting and aesthetically pleasing presence, every room needs specific décor features. Luckily, most of these features are relatively affordable and easy to make a part of a room’s décor. Today we are going to look at eight features that can transform any room.

Rug

As far as rugs are concerned, look and texture matters. The reason that you should start with a rug is that it determines everything else, including the room’s décor style, color scheme, furniture and complementary décor.

There are many different designs and patterns that you can choose from, so go with something which you genuinely love.

Paint

A coat of paint can determine the overall color temperature and personality. Light colors are more elegant or soothing, whereas bright colors can give a room vibrancy and energy. When you paint a room with more than one color, make sure that you use colors which complement each other. Also, if your walls are in bad shape, go with a matte finish, unless there is a chance the walls can get dirty. Glossy finishes work best for children’s playrooms, as the walls can easily be cleaned.

Plants

Plants bring natural elements into a room. They work in all types of rooms, even bathrooms, kitchens and bedrooms. Use plants in combination with wooden features and/or curtains or wallpaper with floral or natural themes for better effect.

Art

Just like rugs, art is a very subjective choice and should be bought without regard to other decorative features in the room. If you want, you make an art piece blend in by using a frame that matches the rest of the room. One big art piece usually works best especially in a small room or a space in an open plan area that is free from small décor pieces or clutter.

Natural light

Not a décor feature per se, but natural light is made possible by one of the most versatile décor pieces around – a mirror. Mirrors are one of the most obvious and effective décor features that you can add to a room. It makes a room seem lighter and larger, plus a beautiful mirror frame can add extensively to a room’s visual interest.

Another way to ensure that your room has ample natural light is with the correct window covering. Curtains that are sheer will always let the light in while those with a light shade or blind can be opened to make an otherwise dark room appear light and airy.

Layered textures

To fill your room with depth and lots of interest, use different textures. Wood, wicker baskets, throwing pillows, and table runners can be excellent ways to bring in some layered texturing. You can also place rugs with different textures on top of one another to create interest and personality.

To know if layered texturing will look good, you have to make sure that the different tones and shades are complementing one another. Sometimes, two seemingly incompatible colors can be unified by a third decorative feature. Also make sure that you like the layering, even if it does not adhere to all the rules of interior decorating.

Books

Books give the impression of different times and perspectives in the décor. They make a new room seem lived in and add a lot of personalities. Filling a room with books will also incentivize you to put your phone down and do some reading, even if you’re not a regular reader.

If you don’t have books, pay a visit to a second-hand bookshop and buy everything that you can find. Books are a more affordable décor feature and will look in place, even in a modern or minimalistic décor style.

Black décor

Black features or accents can add contrast and visual interest to a room, especially if the room is dominated by light shades. A chalkboard or something like a black little coal stove can break the monotony. Another benefit of black décor features is that it instantly modernizes a room, even if the feature is old or authentic. Black features add depth and, can ultimately, make a room more interesting. Of course, a rug with black tones in its pattern can also do the job. If you ever look at a room and feel as if something is missing, chances are you may need some black décor.