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How to decorate your home like a pro – without going broke

A quick overview of five classy home decor ideas that will not cost you a fortune.

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The interiors of a house greatly influence building costs. PHOTO | FILE

Home decoration can be very challenging especially when you consider the various choices and styles that are available.

It is, however, so easy to decide on a style of decoration for your home once you identify your personal style.

To help you figure out your personal decorating style, here is a list of five classy home decor ideas that will not cost you a fortune:

1.) Modern decoration style, which is quite common in homes today, is ideal for you if you fancy social gatherings, movies, literature, wines and adventure.

It enables you to use synthetic materials to create an urban feel based on how you decorate your house.

The style is characterized by rich textures with lots of glossy metal and glass being used. The spaces are wide with minimal barriers between indoor and out.

2.) Natural earthy decoration style is ideal for individuals who are naturally fascinated by nature. If you like taking nature walks in the wild, relaxing on beaches, going on game viewing adventures etc, then you should consider making use of nature-inspired home decorating ideas for your home.

3.) If you are creative enough and eclectic, it is a good idea to use antiques and vintage pieces as additive decorative accessories. Antique window curtains, furniture and carpets are superior home decorating options.

The style makes use of bright colours and unifies diverse styles through texture, size and shapes to make a cohesive space. Electic style incorporates a little bit of just about everything hence care should be taken to avoid cluttering the space.

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4.) Rustic style of decoration is crude and rough with emphasis on natural, unrefined elements. The style is characterised by raw and often unfinished materials such as wood with warm holes and knots, exposed brick walls and a prominent fire place.

The fabrics used for soft furnishings in this style are natural and may include cotton, wooland animal hides.

5.) For people who like simplicity, the minimalist style of decor is most suitable for their homes. The concept of this design is to strip everything down to its essential quality and achieve simplicity.

The style is mostly defined by a sense of functionality. The furnishing are simple and streamlined with neutral colours beings used both for the walls and furnishings. Very few accessories are incorporated in the decor.

Joy Makena is a skilled interior designer with a degree from Egerton University. With a keen eye for detail and a natural talent for transforming spaces, she brings a unique perspective to her coverage.