Every home needs that one thing that pulls everything together, the signature piece, the eye-catcher, the focal point. Because honestly, you can always tell when something is missing, but what exactly is it missing?
Only you or your interior designer can pinpoint that; however, there are features in every room in the house that make a great statement, even if the rest of the room has nothing much to say.
Let’s take a quick look at what some statement features your home could look like.
Fireplaces
Classic for a reason, a fireplace, regardless of the style, will always pull your eyes to it and help you create that one point that commands attention. Whether you have a stunning period fireplace that adds charm and character to your room or you need to invest in a more modern options that deliver 21st-century fireplaces without losing any of the charm or wow factor, you need a fireplace, be it in the living room, dining room, or even bedroom if you wish.
Lighting
But not just any type of lighting, you need to find lighting that adds something and highlights what is already there. We’re talking about pendant lighting over a breakfast bar or grand dining table, a chandelier in the large, oversized hallways, or that tall lamp in the living room that looks good both turned off and when it’s illuminating its space.
Practical and capable of commanding attention, lighting is the double whammy you need to pay attention to for a simple feature that holds its own.
Artwork, Mirrors, Sculptures
Not all statement pieces need to be practical; some can simply exist because they look good. There’s no reason why you can’t opt for this over practicality.
One piece of artwork on a wall can add depth and interest to the walls and bring them to life. A mirror will help you reflect more light around a room and add style to the wall or even floor if you opt for a floor or freestanding mirror – oversized arch mirrors propped up against walls are trendy right now and can have a massive impact. Wall sculptures are like artwork, but not traditional prints in frames or on canvas. They’re pieces created to stand out on walls and are usually composed of materials such as metal to give more dimension to a room and deliver something more unique than your standard wall art.
Existing Features
For the longest time, features in older homes were covered up and hidden from view; however, that time is coming to an end, and people are loving not only uncovering these features but also making them the focus of the whole home. Coving on ceilings, wall panelling, original tiled or parquet flooring, and fireplaces are being uncovered, lovingly restored, and brought back to life.
Use exposed beams, deep window sills, and high ceilings to your advantage and use your decor and styling to point them out, not make them blend in, and honestly, they’ll add so much more to your home than anything you can buy.
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