Decorating & Design
March 2, 2023
10 Luxe Design Moves That Will Upgrade Your Rooms
A great design pick can convey luxury, and it doesn’t always mean splurging on the most expensive items. Here are 10 things that inject a luxe look, from table linens and lighting to antiques. Scroll down for the whole list.
Extend The Backsplash
Don’t come up short when it comes to showing off a wall of dramatic veined marble. In this West Coast kitchen, the stone extends to the ceiling and makes a beautiful backdrop.
Add A Vintage Area Rug
A combination of skilled craftsmanship and beautiful patterns, vintage rugs transcend trend and anchor a room. This artisanal rug makes a cottage bathroom seem worldly.
Hang Oversize Art
Art is a great way to personalize a home and support artists, and it can actually make a small space feel larger. Combining an oversize abstract painting with white Barcelona chairs enhances the gallery vibe.
Style And Layer Your Bed
A well-made bed is an affordable luxury for just about anyone. Tying in crisp linens to the palette and accessories makes the bed the star of the room.
Install Marble Floors
A classic in foyers and bathrooms, marble is timeless and luxe, and wears beautifully over the years.
Invest In A Standout Light Fixture
Lighting can serve as functional sculptural in a room. This organic pendant by Canadian brand Luminaire Authentik is eye catching and matches the groovy, swooping lines of the wallpaper.
Use A Statement Antique
“Brown furniture” has fallen out of favor, with young generations opting for mid-century pieces. But don’t pass on an heirloom piece, a well made antique like this Biedermeier secretary desk looks fresh when contrasted with contemporary accessories.
Try Surface Applied Moldings
Designers know that moldings dress up plain walls with a hit of texture, interest and architectural dimension. It’s a good trick for making a new room feel custom.
Set A Luxe Table
Top your plain white dinner plates with a decorative salad plate or bowl.
Buy Quality Hardware
Little details count when it comes to making a room look luxe. Substantial, well made pulls and knobs like the ones seen above enhance cabinetry and withstand daily use.