Photo credit Christian Torres
I love all the details in this kitchen remodel – look at that crown molding!
First of all, how do you find decor ideas and inspiration? As we mentioned above, Pinterest is a great place to look for inspiration, but magazines and books are great too. Love for renovation.
“Look everywhere you go for inspiration,” says Barry. “Whether you're traveling, eating out, or whatever you're doing, there's always somewhere to get inspiration.”
When you find something that captures your imagination, take a photo right away and record the location so you can go back to it if necessary when planning your renovation.
Interestingly, Barry and Jordan also use music as inspiration for their projects. “One of my favorite exercises to do with my clients to help shape the overall aesthetic of their home is to have them create a playlist,” says Jordan. “For me, music is so inspiring and also sets the mood and ambiance of how I want the future room to feel.” A client who sends me a playlist dominated by jazz music is probably [for a] For example, your aesthetic will be different from someone who primarily sends you classical, pop, or country music.
Try this for yourself: pick a room in your house, imagine how you want to feel and what songs you want to listen to, and create a playlist. You'll likely pick up on a common theme or a particular vibe that you can use to narrow down your design.
Finally, and perhaps the most important strategy, is to think about what brings you joy. “Your home should be your most personal thing and should reflect all the things that make you happy,” says Jordan.
Your happy place might be your local coffee shop, the park across the street, or your favorite vacation spot. Once you've decided on it, ask yourself why. Is it the colors, nature, places, or people? Figure it out and let it show in your design.
