How to Make Your Home Look Expensive on a Budget

Have you ever walked into someone's home and were in awe of how sophisticated it looked? There’s an art to putting together your home to look sophisticated. You don’t need to buy the most expensive furniture to accomplish this look. You can achieve this expensive look on a budget. Here are some tips to get the home of your dreams. 

1. Stick to a neutral palette. Warm white paint gives a classic, luxurious look to your home. Neutral colors are also easy to decorate with. White paint is timeless, it will never go out of style. It will also make your space look bigger.
2. Get matching dishes. This is a simple trick for your kitchen. You don’t have to buy the most expensive dishware set. Any set will fit the bill. It doesn’t matter how much you spend or where you buy it from, but a matching dishware set will be sure to create a sophisticated feel for your home.
3. Make your home smell good. Having an expensive looking home doesn’t just appeal to your eyes. You could have the most stylish home, but if it smells bad it will completely ruin the vibe of your home. So don’t neglect your other senses, especially smell. To make your home smell good you can, light candles, use essential oils, buy a diffuser, or sprayed scents. Another trick to have your home smelling good? Stay up to date on your cleaning. 
4. Style your home in threes. Display pieces of art or decoration in threes. If you have one tall decorative item, be sure to balance it out with two other smaller items. 
5. Opt for all white towels. Nothing says sophistication like all white towels. You will feel like you are at a spa. If you like robes choose an all white robe to match. 
6. Organize your space. A cluttered home never looks appealing. No matter what kind of design you choose for your space, be sure to keep it organized and clean. 
7. Plan your furniture out well. Be sure to size the furniture to your space. If you have high ceilings you can choose heavier items and use statement pieces. If your home is smaller, make sure your furniture is also smaller to fit your space. No one likes an overcrowded home!
8. Lighten up your space with lamps. Overhead lights can be harsh as they are very bright. To create a more cozy atmosphere use soft lighting with lamps or fairy lights. It is a sure way to make your space look more classy.
9. Add flowers or plants. Flowers and plants help to liven up the space. Be sure to plan how big of plants you want and which will do well with certain lighting. If you have a lot of plants there are many stylish plant stands on amazon. They come in a variety of sizes and colors to fit with your unique home decor. 

Use these tips to help elevate your space to look classy and sophisticated. Remember, it’s not about how much money you spend on your decor. It’s how you create a serene and cohesive environment.