5 No Fail Ways To Change The Look Of A Room
Have you ever had the urge to give any of the rooms in your home a whole new look, but don’t want to go to the trouble or expense of an entire remodel? I’m right there with you!
I love the idea of being able to make small changes in a room, but still wind up with a totally “new” space. Check out these 5 no fail ways to change the look of any room in your home!
Change the Light Fixture
Swapping out a light fixture is a surefire way to change the look of a room. A new fixture helps set the room’s overall style – whether it’s classic, modern, or somewhere in between.
Here’s a before (in the lower right corner) and after look at my breakfast room when it was in the very beginning stages of me giving it a makeover.
I was experimenting with different curtains at the beginning, but the chandelier was the first permanent change that I made.
Above is a before (in the lower right corner) and after of my breakfast roomOut with the industrial/farmhouse look. In with a classic style light fixture that will stand the test of time and serve me for years to come.
Paint Your Fireplace
A fresh coat of white paint on a red brick fireplace will instantly brighten a room and gives it a fresh, clean look.
The ‘before’ of my fireplace is in the small inset image in the lower right corner.
It’s a simple process, but proper prep is key. Clean the brick thoroughly, allow to completely dry, then use a high-quality primer, followed by your favorite white paint in a semi-gloss sheen.
If the fireplace surround is the original wood, painting that white as well will create the most cohesive look, soften the contrast and allow the fireplace to blend seamlessly with the rest of the room.
The result is a fresh, updated focal point that makes the entire space feel lighter and more inviting.
Add Statement Art
Want something that will instantly catch a person’s eye and change the entire vibe of a room? Statement art is the answer.
What do I mean by statement art? Statement art is at least one of three things:
- it’s oversized
- it’s colorful
- it’s bold.
Even if you don’t particularly care for the art currently hanging above my sofa, you still have to admit that adding a piece of statement art has the power to totally change the look of a room.
Fresh Furniture With Paint
Painting wood furniture is a great way to refresh a room without buying new pieces.
It wasn’t in the budget to replace my entertainment center when I found myself moving away from farmhouse style to a fresh, updated traditional style.
Even though the wood could have worked perfectly fine, it didn’t fit with my definition of “fresh traditional”. Even with other changes in the room, it felt dark and dated.
After much consideration, I opted to have it painted white and I’ve never looked back. It totally transformed the entire feel of my family room!
Add Color
Want to bring personality or freshen a room without making a permanent change?
Then color is your best friend. If you’re a neutral lover, add it in small doses. If you’re already a color lover, then switch things up.
If the room feels too monochromatic, layering different shades of the same color creates depth without overwhelming the space.
As you can see, small changes can have a big impact when it comes to updating a room.
Whether it’s a new light fixture, or simply adding a pop of color, each of these no-fail ideas can help transform your space.
The best part? You can mix and match these updates to create a home that feels fresh, inviting, and perfectly suited to your style.
Hi Katie. I purchased the desk in my office about 12 years ago at a local store. I believe the brand is either Stanley or Hooker.
I think the wreath is too much (at least directly under the basket) the wheat looks out of place to me and there is something about either the shutters or those black lanterns that take away from the whole setting. Not sure which one it is…🤔Maybe bring a little bit of your fall colours from the flowers in the basket down onto the the mantle as well. I like that the hanging basket brings a lot of Autumn warmth to the entire vignette…My eye is directed right to it immediately, but then my eye travels down to the mantle and it just seems too bland..(to my tastes anyways). I like colour. Whatever you do, it’s your room, your mantle and your tastes. Beautiful no matter what!
Thanks for sharing your lovely home. I’ve learned a lot in the last year or so about cozy minimalism and how fewer larger items have more impact. I’ve tried that in my own home and have really embraced it. With that said, I agree with removing the wood behind the hanging basket so that more of the cream/iron piece shows. I would also remove the shutters and the grapevine wreath with sign and move the lanterns in slightly. You could put the amber glass bottle and a pumpkin with one lantern, and the wheat and other pumpkin with the second lantern. Love what you’ve done on the hearth!