FAMILY & HOME
Make good use of light and mirrors
If you have a lot of natural light coming into your space, leverage it by
using delicate, flowing window treatments and strategically positioned
mirrors. These reflect the light and give the impression of a larger space,
tricking the eye into thinking there is more depth than there actually is.
Place a mirror next to a window or directly across from it to create the
effect you want.
Keep prints to a minimum and offset them with solids drawn
from the same palette
If you have a thing for wild and colorful prints, just keep in mind that
too much of even a good thing can simply be too much. The ideal design, if
you are going to use prints in your upholstery or throw cushions, is to keep
some continuity in your color scheme and pick up a shade of your print in
a wall accent like the elegant and simple textures of Vänt Wall Panels. The
colors will blend together without being overwhelming to the eye.
Specifics for a small living room
Avoid darker shades of paint on the walls. You can definitely do
an accent wall in a bolder color, but all four walls in navy blue will be
oppressive. The same is true for ceiling colors: Keep it light in relation
to the wall color to give the impression of openness; even if the ceilings
are low, it won’t feel dark and small. One great tip is to match your wall
color to the larger pieces of furniture in the room. The latter will blend
in more and seem smaller as a result.
Keep flooring relatively neutral with splashes of color in throw rugs,
for example. And when it comes to furnishings, materials like glass and
metal, which reflect light and feel more airy, give a greater sense of space
than dark, heavy wood pieces.
If you want to avoid heavy bookshelves, try floating shelves that are
anchored to the wall. They become a conversation point for guests, and
are fun to decorate with.
Rules for a tiny bedroom
You can, once again, use color to give a sense of space, but keep it light
or neutral on the walls and the ceiling.
To furnish a small bedroom, the key is to avoid pieces that are too
large and cumbersome. Skip the full headboard and footboard and
instead, add Vänt Wall Panels at the head of the bed. They are easy to
install, look wonderful and take little space. And they can add a pop of
color that breaks up the neutral wall a little, making a delightful, visual
focal point.
Streamline your linens so that colors and textures are uniform. You
don’t want a red bedspread with orange pillows and faux fur throws all
mixed together in a tiny space. It’s just too much for the eye to take in.
Learn more about Vänt Wall Panels at vantpanels.com.
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