It’s an exciting day when you start to plan your interior design concept. There are many elements that tie the overall presentation together, like colour, structure and flow, but it doesn’t end there. Personality is the fourth, and arguably the most important pillar to any well-executed interior design concept. Many homeowners shy away from personality styling, not wishing to inflict their interests or anything bold on their home, for fear that it may tarnish the look and feel of the space. Others don’t allow themselves to inject too much personability for fear that they will not be able to assess the style of the home objectively. Whatever is holding you back, we’re here to provide 5 simple ways you can add personality to your interior design.
1. Artwork and antiques
There are few luxuries in life that are as enjoyable as taking an afternoon to visit a museum or gallery. We all appreciate art in isolation, but many don’t take the opportunity to showcase these delights in our home. Consider gallery wall ideas that bring together a myriad of art into a cohesive layout. As well prints, sculptures, laser cut signs and tapestries should be a part of your interior design concept, as they breathe life into each room. The same can be said for antiques, appreciated for their beauty, but not the first thing you think of when styling your home. Adding artwork and antiques to your interior design is one of the fastest, and most interesting, ways to add personality to your home.
2. Colour, colour and more colour
Nothing conveys a flavour and personality quite like colour. We tend to stick to neutral tones, as they complement all home styles and interior designs, but that doesn’t mean you can’t experiment with something a little bolder. Feature walls are a great way to add to an interior concept without overpowering it, and so is the use of bright coloured furniture. If this is all sounding a little radical for your modest taste, you can tie into your interior design style with coloured cushions and throws instead for something a little less permanent!
3. Add or reduce
Is your home balanced, or does it have too much or not enough? The balance will determine how cohesive your interior design is, so cast a critical eye over your home and figure out what stays and what goes. Too much going on will stifle any personality, as each interior theme will be competing with the other. Contrastly, an interior design concept with not enough meat will fall flat – personality cannot exist in this environment. Get to that sweet spot by slowly adding or subtracting from your existing decor, until you find yourself appreciating each element as a holistic unit.
4. Let some greenery breathe life to your home
Plants are in everyone’s homes today, softening every room with their fresh presence. This can be a very complementing element to your interior design concept, especially when you have plants in different sizes, colours and textures. You can tie your pot colours in with the aforementioned colour scheme, which can look very on-trend as a cluster of pots in the corners of your home. Pay special attention to what your plants need to maintain their health, and make sure you are selecting indoor plants only so that they can thrive indoors.
5. Use your lighting
Entering a beauty salon with soft, ambient lighting makes us feel fresh, and a dimly-lit bar can make you feel relaxed and festive. Lighting has a huge impact on a space, and if used correctly can complement a certain personality you are trying to achieve. Natural light is king in any home, and if you can bring more of this to your space, then it will illuminate more of the colour, artwork and foliage that you have worked hard to curate. Skylights are a great addition to any home, as well as replacing wooden doors with a glass alternative. If these options are viable for your space, they can go a long way in brightening the personality of your interior design.
There is no excuse for an unimaginative home, with so many easy ways to inject some personality into each room. If your head is spinning with where to start, grab a Vogue Home or Country Living to generate some smart and actionable interior design ideas.
