Creating a home that feels luxurious doesn’t have to mean chandeliers and gold leaf dripping everywhere. Whether you’re living in a sleek city penthouse or an elegant residence in the suburbs, true luxury is all about comfort, style, and thoughtful details that make everyday living feel just that little bit better.
If you haven’t been living your most luxurious life up until this point, but you’re about to move into the Solon Park Apartments, maybe now is your time to finally upgrade your surroundings. In fact, we’ve put together some easy and smart ways to dial up the luxury in your home without making it feel like a hotel lobby.
- Layer your lighting. The fastest way to elevate a space and give it that luxury touch is good lighting. We’re not just talking about a single overhead fixture. You need to think in layers, overhead for utility, task, lighting for function like reading lamps or under cabinet strips, and ambient lighting for the mood. Dimmable wall sconces and candles really can do it for you. If you want your space to feel expensive, lighting that adapts throughout the day is key. It’s also one of the most affordable upgrades that you can make that has the biggest impact.
- Invest in textures. Luxury isn’t just about the shiny, shiny metallic things that you can have, but it’s about how something feels. Trade in the cheap synthetic materials for quality textures that wear well and age beautifully. Consider linen curtains and wool rugs, or a leather accent chair. That gets better with time. You don’t need tons of these items cluttering up the space, just a few standout pieces that anchor your space and make it feel curated.
- Go for tidiness, but not museum level tidiness. If you want to make your space feel high end, declutter it. You want it to be tidy but still look lived in. It doesn’t need to look like a gallery or a museum, and it doesn’t mean you have to go minimalist in every corner. A tidy space with room to breathe gives your furniture, art and decor a chance to shine. If your surfaces are buried under keys and cords, even the most beautiful sofa in the world is going to get lost. Clear some space and your home will feel more polished in an instant.
- Try not to decorate. There is a reason that a luxury home feels intentional. It’s because every item has a purpose, a feeling or a story that it brings to space. It’s not about buying trendy IKEA decor in bulk. You could just curate it slowly. Choosing art that resonates with your antiques, such as a handmade vase from a local artist, can really make all the difference. When your house reflects who you are, you feel it’s more refined and more luxurious because nobody else could replicate it.
- Enjoy the little things. Upgrading your everyday moments can really make your home more luxurious. A quality espresso machine, a plush oversized towel stack, or a stack of hardcover books on your coffee table can really make all the difference.
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