It might not sound possible, but the fact is that just one single little (or not so little, depending) item can completely transform a room and turn it from ordinary and okay into something special where you actually want to spend some time. That’s a great piece of news for anyone who doesn’t know where to start when it comes to interior design, and for those on a budget, it can be a relief – just one purchase can do it all. With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the things that can completely change a room for the better; read on to find out more.
A Rug
Luxury rugs can be wonderful additions to a room, and although you might not think about them all that much, especially as they’re literally underfoot, they can make a big change to a room and tie everything together seamlessly.
The great thing about rugs is that you can pick and choose all different types. You might want a plush, soft rug in the living room, a runner in the hallway, something that can easily be cleaned in the kitchen, and so on, but whatever it is you want, there will be an option for you. You can even use the rug as the foundation for the rest of your interior design, so it can often be wise to pick your rug first and then build the rest of the room around it.
A Coffee Table
Furniture is always going to be important because, when you think about it, it’s something you need in every room in your home – without it, the room can’t be used as it’s meant to be. In that case, why not invest in a great coffee table in your living room? It can be a focal point and even an anchor piece, and you can choose all kinds, from a sleek modern design to a rustic reclaimed wood table, and much more.
Whatever style you’re going for, you can find a table that fits it, and what’s more, not only will a coffee table look good in the middle of the room, but it’s functional too. You can use it to place drinks and snacks on, to keep books on, to play games on, even to rest your feet on if you want to (although probably not at the same time as doing anything else on the list!), and once you’ve got one, you’ll wonder how you did without.
A Standing Lamp
Lighting is something else that’s essential in any room, and if you can find a way to light the space that’s both practical and beautiful, you’re definitely going in the right direction. A standing lamp that can be used for both ambient lighting and task lighting can really change the way a room looks and feels, and this could be the one thing you add to your space that changes it completely, in a good way.
What can make things even better is if you can add things like a dimmer switch or find a lamp that can have its height adjusted because then it becomes a lot more user-friendly.
