Some tips to design your dream home within a budget
Low cost décor can be easily camouflaged simply by using bright colours for the soft furnishings complemented by greenery. Bright colours essentially give a warm ambience. A low cost diwan with bright cushions can lend a classy look to decor.

To liven up a dark room, the use of warm coloured paints can be of great help. If the room is so sunny that it gets hot, cooler paint colors such as green or blue will do the trick. The paint should always coordinate with the fixed interiors such as the furniture and curtains.

For a narrow space, mirrors create the illusion of spaciousness. White or lighter coloured paint will make a space appear less cramped: you must make sure all of the other furnishings colours coordinate with the paint you choose to create this effect.

If you have a penchant for plants, go green. The creative use of plants will liven up any space. Just make sure they're well-maintained. Use inexpensive but attractive plant holders. If you have a terracotta container, decorate it with mirrors and paint the borders to add a touch of artistry.

Displaying the things that the family collects such as curios, scented candles, and miniature cars can add to the decor.

Reinvent

Pull out an old antique item, spray paint with bronze or gold and turn it into instant home decor treasures. Recycle old newspaper, scratch paper, etc. to make them into papier-mache and use them as photo frames or vases. If you find a piece of furniture or any item from bargain stores or garage sales, sometimes it needs just a bit of retouching, reupholstering or just a strategic spot to place it to make it add ambience to a room.

Pick a theme, get rid of clutter and make your living space inviting and alluring.

Smart decorating ideas

It's easy and economical to decorate your home. You need to keep your eyes open for good bargains when you come by them, and need to have a keen sense of decor. Start picking out the right furnishings first. You need to opt for furniture like a dewan, which can also double up as a storage cabinet, with draws in its belly. The same can be the design for your beds too. The rule of thumb is, it should fit and be easy to move around the house. Rearranging the furniture can be the cheapest way to decorate your home. Instead of buying a sofa, consider buying two loveseats especially if space is limited. There is plenty of material available for a low-end contemporary decor. Rubber wood furniture costs half or even less of the cost of solid teak wood, depending on the design.

In terms of style, rubber wood can feature some stunning designs and unique creations. However, mixing a bit of cane with upholstered seating can give an exotic look to the living area. Use modular options for side tables and display cabinets. These are not only less expensive but easy to assemble.

Low cost decor can be easily camouflaged simply by using bright colours for the soft furnishings complemented by greenery. Bright colours essentially give a warm ambience.

As with great works of art, having a focal point is essential to good design. All compositions need a center of interest for the composition to make visual sense. Creating a focal point is probably the most important design step you can take. It will help give your rooms meaning, order and a feeling of balance.

Common ones include fireplaces, bookshelves, built-in cabinetry and picture windows-especially if they showcase a gorgeous view. These features draw the eye to them, giving a feeling of structure and balance to a room.

Choose organic cotton fabrics or even jute for your furnishings. Kuli print organic cotton duvet covers, made of top quality Peruvian organic cotton and printed using ancient wooden block patterns offer an extremely stylish option to organic bedding to offer organic elegance in the bedroom.

Create, recreate and refresh your interiors to get a haute look.