FEB 21- Highway DBN

A quick mini revamp!
From spring-cleaning to small décor changes, there are plenty of ways to revamp your
home without bringing in the builders or spending all of your hard-earned money.
Whether you enjoy following décor trends, want to open up a small space, refresh a
space or add something new to the old, making the changes will certainly provide
some much needed inspiration, so we’ve compiled a list of simple décor tips and home
improvement projects that you can tackle before the next season sets in.
Text: Bronwyn forbes-hardinge
When it comes to re-decorating or
renovating your home, there is always
a concern about going over budget
or spending too much on an item
which could have been bought at a
cheaper price, elsewhere. To avoid
this, do your homework before
leaving the house.
1. Browse through brochures and
magazines to find items on trend and
that may be on sale.
2. Search for images of the kind of
look you would like for your space
and keep these pictures with you, so
that you can gain inspiration of what
you are looking for in-store.
3. If you are visiting a specific mall,
jot down the stores you would like to
visit and the kinds of items you would
like to purchase and where.
4. Create a round figure for every item
you are looking at buying before you
start your shopping, so that you keep
within your preferred budget and
don’t end up with buyer’s remorse.
When it comes to deciding what
items to choose, select spaces in your
home that you spend most of your
time in or those which are often seen
by visitors.
Small changes: You could update
your entertainment lounge or sitting
room couch with scatter cushions,
and match a colour to the curtains.
If you prefer a light and airy space,
to make the area feel bigger, opt for
sheer curtains. Alternatively, add in a
single seater couch with a bold colour
or print, to complete the look and add
38 Get It • Highway • Berea • Durban North February 2021