5 Easy Tips to Beautify Your House on a Budget

Decorating a home can present countless challenges especially to first-timers with little information on the latest home decor trends and ideas in Kenya.

To help you out, we have prepared a quick guide on how to design your bedroom, sitting / living room, bathroom and every other room in your home.

1. Classic theme

One of the hottest home decor trends in Kenya today is the classic theme. What is old in the 1970s or 1980s will give your home the much-needed facelift this year.

Out of date tables, chairs and fabrics are now finding their way into the trendiest home décor stores in the country. You need to get out there and explore items best suits your house.

2. Architectural lighting

Lighting is quickly becoming a major component of home decoration, with lighting companies introducing bespoke architectural lighting systems into the market.

Hanging lights in kitchen, bathroom and bedroom are increasingly being used by many home-owners to get a more contemporary look for their homes.

In addition, some home-owners are using metallic paint on ceilings to further improve their homes.

READ: How to light your bedroom like a pro

3. Wall murals and coverings

One of the popular decor ideas for homes with large walls is the use of wall murals and coverings instead of paint to enhance the look of a room while increasing its comfort.

Wall murals can easily be moved from one house to another – making them valuable decor ideas for living room among tenants who often change houses.

Thanks to the recent environmental conservation awareness campaigns, many home-owners are now seeking decoration accessories made of eco-friendly materials.

READ: How to decorate a bedsitter without spending a fortune

As such, there is a substantial increase in the number of stores offering items made of biodegradable materials – from wall hangings to carpets.

4. Colours

In terms of colours, playful colours such as orange, brown and red are being used for outdoor furniture and décor while neutral colours are being used for interior décor to give homes a more sophisticated look.

5. Open floor plan

The use of open floor plans is also gaining currency among home-owners in many parts of the world as it gives rooms – especially kitchens – an elegant look.

Do you have other inspiring home decor ideas in Kenya that we can add on to this list? Please contact us to be part of our initiative to make our homes better and more colourful.

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