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2. Provide an artful story. In most apartments, the entry space is small, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make a big statement. This home is bold and chic right from the entryway. A Jackson Pollack-like wallcovering, plush stools, a statement mirror and a geometric rug welcome guests and let them know they are entering a stylish home.
Hide away. Blinds are a perfect means of blocking ugly views or creating some privacy from too-close neighbors. Unlined blinds in a sheer fabric still let in plenty of light while offering some privacy. You can also have blinds custom-made with transparent horizontal rods instead of the more traditional dowel sticks, for a seamless look.
9. Put up wall hooks. Having hooks right where you need them can make all the difference when it comes to staying organized and keeping your home tidy. Pay attention to where you and your family members tend to drop things, then add a row of hooks there — the entry hall, bathroom and bedrooms are good candidates for wall hooks.
1. Paint the front door. It’s far less commitment than painting the exterior and has more bang for the buck. While you’re choosing a paint color, consider whether you want to update the hardware as well — shiny new hardware can give your home a fresh look, and you can change the locks at the same time (always a good idea when you buy a house), so it’s a win-win.
Doorway casing. Encasing a large opening with trim provides a great deal of character. Quite often, wide doorways are simply finished with rounded Sheetrock corners — a lost opportunity to add interest. One benefit of encasing them is how the trim provides a place to stop paint when switching colors from one room to the next.
Wall treatments. Notice how all the rooms in this ideabook have simple wall treatments. That means the background is not the emphasis. Simple wall treatments help dramatic furnishings look like big items in an open space by reducing the emphasis on how tight they are to the walls.
Looking up. Filling unused vertical space is a great way to get major impact in a room without shrinking the usable floor area. One large, leafy plant like this fiddle-leaf fig in a corner of the room doesn’t interfere with traffic flow but makes the room feel sophisticated and lively (while helping the background visually float away).
13. Pull up a window seat. If you have a window in your living room that doesn’t have any furniture near it, consider this an opportunity for a decorating moment.
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