26 April 2009

Area Rugs For Creating Balance And Expressing Oneself

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by Tyson Cromwell

The art of interior design rests purely on establishing harmony of the various home decoration items used. Colors of the various components incorporated into a room's decoration must at all times express a harmonious theme and complement each other in forming a single profile rather than shout out individually. A room, in which furniture, window curtains, rugs and wall hangings stand out individually in distinctive colors and artwork, makes the room look disorganized and even shabby.

The choices of colors, theme, decorations and furniture are dependent on the owner's preference. Home decorating is a personal project. Personality and style are expressed through the selection of things and the home becomes a reflection of who the owner is. A space also looks more homely with personalized items that show a glimpse of the owner's life, such as photographs, vacation souvenirs, memorabilia and other things that are part of the owner's experiences.

Home decorating being a personal journey and a manifestation of the owner's self, may or may not be pleasing to others. Taste varies after all, so expecting that everybody who has seen your home to share your sentiments is absurd. The end goal should be a home that is comfortable for a human to live in and nice enough for visitors to come in.

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so says the old adage. Therefore, what may look attractive to the homeowner may not be the case for her family and friends. What may seem like a pretty okay place for her may be impressive for other people. Incorporating what people think and aiming for people's approval is a lost cause. The important thing is to create a home that is inviting, warm and well kept, perfect for both relaxation and entertainment. It's a restful place for the owner, yet an ideal place too for welcoming visitors.

Home decorating is all about the homeowner's choices. For one, it is her place and she'll be living there far longer and way more frequent than her guests. Second, it's her money we're talking about. Others may prefer for the owner to splurge but it's her budget that will rule. No matter what, it should be a home comfortable to live in and where the owner feels right to be in.

That is why one can easily read opulence or simplicity, casualness or sophistication in a person by looking at how his or her room is set out. What gives out this look is not just one item placed strategically in the room rather, it is the whole picture incorporating the furniture, rugs, mats, curtains and other items decorating the room: Each item complements with the others to form a picture representative of the person who chose it. What does your home decor say about you?

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Don't let the current economic situation keep your home drab, decorate the economical way and use transitional colored area rugs


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