You have your own place, a home where you feel comfortable, a man-cave. But does it reflect who you are? One of the best parts of getting your own living space is making it a reflection of your personality.
Who Are You?
One of the first things you need to do when choosing decor for your home is to decide what style you’re most in tune with. You can look at some photos in style books or inspiration design websites to see what you like.
Popular Styles
Here are a few traits of the most sought after styles. You can go with strict design rules for each, or you can mix it up. Very few people stick to one style. Think about the different parts of your personality, check this list, and see if anything catches your imagination.
Minimalist
You’re a minimalist if you like clean lines and no clutter. Minimalist design often has metallic accents.
Classic or Traditional
If you’re most at home with fine, dark, wood furniture, rich colors, and varied textures, you might be a traditional guy.
Retro/Antique
Do you like unusual, fun, nostalgic, and quirky items? The retro/antique vibe might be your thing.
Modern
Attracted to intense colors and geometric patterns, but not too much color? Pick the modern style.
Rustic
If you feel at home in the outdoors and are drawn to masculine print fabrics, stone, brick, wooden accents, and heavy practical furniture, you should go for a rustic theme design.
After choosing furnishings and a wall color, you’ll want to step up your decor game by picking out accessories and artwork. One way to personalize your home is to incorporate something handmade. You can make this yourself of course, but most people decide to buy pieces at a market or online.
To Look At
Wall art is an easy way not only to fill empty space but to add a personal touch. For most people, photos and paintings hanging in their home means something. For a handmade and unusual twist, you can even take one of your favorite photos and have it turned into a painting on canvas. For hand-painted art brought to the next level, there are some spectacular ideas from Instapainting to look at.
To Use
Artisan home accessories and art add a personal touch to any space. An easy way to incorporate handmade items is in your home’s living, kitchen, and dining areas. These can make your home a reflection of your personality.
Some ideas for handmade items to use, include:
- Hand-painted beer glasses for the bar
- Pottery dishes and bowls for snacks
- A collection of stoneware coffee mugs
- Handmade blankets or quilts
- Custom-made pillows
There’s no shortage of talented, artistic people out there. Some will even make custom items for you if you bring them your ideas.
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To Walk On
Don’t forget about where you put your feet. Floor coverings can change a room from boring to fantastic in one roll-out of a carpet. There are so many choices for rugs, it’s impressive. However, a quality handmade carpet won’t be cheap.
A rug can be an investment, so make sure you choose something you like. A reputable carpet dealer can give you advice on style, wear, and construction. Some online sellers have features on their website to upload a photo of your room and try models virtually.
To Finish Up
Decorating a home isn’t something to be done in a day’s trip to a big box store. By using handmade decor, you can truly take over your abode and make it yours. Decor in your home can reflect your personality and give your guests a glimpse of the man you are.