Make Your House a Home This Year

A home can represent many things to people. It's an investment in the future, a place where you should feel the most relaxed, and a place to host family and friends. If you build a custom home, you'll want to make it your own. This means creating spaces that reflect who you are at every turn. Now is the time to turn a current house into your retreat or build from the ground up. A few easy tricks make it possible to create the space you've always wanted. 

Make it Personal 

  

This is a space you can make custom in every way. Think about what you like best when it comes to the architecture, finishes, and decor. If you're into classic style that has stood the test of time, now is the time to customize it and make it special. Bring in pieces like down filled sofas and lush rugs where you can place your feet. Add in some subtle color to elevate it and make it feel finished.

(Photo credit: Whitney Durham Interiors)

Little Details 

It really is the little details that can transform any space and make it feel like a space that invites people to enjoy. Small touches make all the difference. For example, just updating with some custom throw pillows can bring in bits of texture and color that make any space feel more inviting. Each corner of the house can be thought of as a blank canvas. You can bring it to life and have fun with it. Finally frame those family photos and hang them…make it your own! 

Consider the Seasons 

The changing seasons can be a great source of inspiration for your home. Take inspiration from the world around you with seasonal decor. When spring comes along, bring in those marvelous colors from all the surrounding flora. Summer is another time to savor. Put up breezy curtains in linen fabrics that let air pass through to cool the house. Take up fall with those rich tones. Put up a carved pumpkin in the middle of your dining room table. Winter is another chance to bring in some life with garland that will last not just through the holidays but through the season.

(Photo credit: Whitney Durham Interiors)

Use the Exterior 

The exterior is just as important as the places inside your house. Create a series of outdoor gardens with the kind of plants and flowers that best represent you and your family - it’s also a great way to add curb appeal. Also, think of a color scheme that will carry in to the inside of your home as well. A well thought out plan can pay off with a house that is truly your own.

(Photo credit: Al Kelekci - Hask Custom Homes)