Decorating open areas
Decorating an open area in the home isn’t always easy. In fact, harmonizing the diffe-
rent zones can be quite a challenge. Here are a few tips to get you started.
caution, or the space will end up looking like a mishmash of disparate objects. CREATE ZONES Decide how you want to use your open area and create activity zones by grouping furni- ture according to its use. Define the zones by creating visual separations with elements
CHOOSE YOUR STYLE First of all, choose a style that will be used throughout this open area. Do you prefer a contemporary, traditional, or country look? If you decide to create an eclectic look by using a mix of styles, you might be setting yourself up for a complicated task; a blend of styles has to be carefully thought out and executed with
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such as rugs, plants, a table, or a sofa. Decorative elements, such as woodwork or mould- ings, can also help define a space. DECIDE ON A COLOUR SCHEME Colour is an important ele- ment in any open area, as it unifies disparate elements to form a whole. Create a sense of harmony by using differ- ent tones of one colour. It goes without saying that this colour has to blend well with the furniture and the flooring. USE ONE TYPE OF FLOOR COVERING The flooring has to be chosen with care when decorating an open area. Ideally, only one type of covering should be used — wood is always an excellent choice. At floor level, area rugs can be used to define or separate the different zones.
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