When you move into a new apartment or house, you might think that once you've put all the furniture in its place, you're ready to feel at home. However, many people find that even though everything is technically in place, the space doesn't feel homely or finished. Problems that often arise in the first period include clutter, stylistic shortcomings, inappropriate use of space or a lack of harmony. Below, we'll discuss these common problems that many people may be familiar with when designing a new home, and give you tips on how to solve them.
General problems:
Kong from the emptiness of the apartment?
The furniture and decorations may all be in place, but it still feels like the whole space is empty. This is often caused by poorly placed furniture and a lack of focal points. Placing all the furniture along the walls can make the room feel more sterile and less homely. From Redesign we help you rethink the furniture layout and make the space more dynamic.
You've moved in, but it's still not coming together?
Even a year or two after moving in, the home may still not be a coherent whole. This could be because not all the furniture and decorations match, or because there hasn't been enough time to plan the details. From Redesign we can help you to rethink and harmonise the elements you already have, so that your home can finally radiate true harmony.
Something incomplete, something missing?
Maybe most of the apartment is finished, but you still don't feel complete. Often the problem is that there is no well-defined focal point in the rooms. This could be a beautiful wallpaper, an impressive lamp or even a special rug. From Redesign helps us to complete the home with such small but important details.
Did the furniture or accessory arrive, but you don't like it?
You might order a piece of furniture or any accessory online that looked perfect in the pictures, but when it arrives you realise something doesn't fit. The size, colour or material might not match the rest of your home. From Redesign we think about the best pieces for the space in advance to avoid any unpleasant surprises.
No room for the furniture and decorations you bought?
You may have carefully chosen all the furniture and decorations, but when you put them together in the room, somehow they don't fit. This is often caused by overcrowded or poorly designed spaces. From Redesign we think about the use of space, so that everything has its place and the room doesn't feel cluttered or unorganised.
5 bonus tips for solving common problems:
- Design of zones: Divide large spaces into smaller zones to give them specific functions. Make a larger living room more manageable by creating separate dining, lounge and reading corners.
- Rethinking lighting: Good lighting is key to creating a homely feel. Use multiple light sources such as floor lamps, table lamps and mood lighting in addition to general and local/functional lighting.
- Use of textiles: Soft fabrics such as rugs, curtains and cushions make a space feel cosier and help to create harmony.
- Selecting focus points: Choose a focal point in each room, whether it's a piece of art, a piece of furniture or a decorative element (easier if it's a lamp or a rug), around which you build the rest of the room.
- Planting plants: A few well-placed houseplants will instantly add freshness and life to your space, as well as improving air quality.
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Concluding thoughts
Creating your home is a long process, and it's easy to get stuck if you can't find a balance between style, practicality and personal taste. From Redesign service is designed to guide you through this journey and help you create the perfect home, where every detail is in place. If you feel something is missing or the layout isn't quite right, let our experts help you make your home the home you've always dreamed of.
