How to style your home like you’ve hired an Interior Designer.

If there’s anything the last few years have taught us, it’s that our homes are our safe spaces, our sanctuary, and the backdrop to our family lives. They provide us with the perfect place to entertain family and friends and allow us to enjoy life’s special moments. Which is why many of us want to make our homes as comforting as we can.

“Our personalities very much reflect the style we choose in our homes. Matching our homes to our character will make them feel unique and special. People need somewhere where they can unwind and feel comfortable away from the stresses of everyday life.” says Kim, who is founder of Wokingham-based KDH Interiors. “I want my clients to feel connected to their surroundings so it’s all about choosing the right colours, patterns and textures to emulate their own style. It’s amazing how textiles, furniture, wallpaper, paint can really give a space personality”.

Easy when you know how, but not everyone has the ability to extend their personal style into their homes. Here Kim shares her secrets to help us all create a happy home filled with the things we love.

MIX & MATCH

By using several different types of textiles, prints and textures in a room is an easy way to add warmth whilst reflecting your personality. Consider your space and what it’s being used for, what type of materials and metals might work? Choose colours that best represent your personality, that make you feel good. As a starting point, look in your wardrobe and pick out the colours, patterns and fabrics that make you feel good?

Style

Decide on whether you want the walls or windows to be your focal point. Fabrics are the best way to add layers of amazing textures and tones to a room, you can mix up lots of different small prints within the same space with a neutral backdrop. Or you can go bold with a vibrant wallpaper and accents of corresponding plain textiles. Create a monochromatic style by choosing one colour and painting it in different shades throughout a room. When it comes to bright colours, pick one or two walls to paint and keep the rest in a neutral shade. Or go all out and colour drench the room using one tone everywhere. There are no limits to what can be achieved in the world of interiors!

Statement Pieces

A refresh might just need the addition of that one statement piece. For instance, a new lampshade, rug, art, curtains or blinds, cushions, or a big central piece such as an ottoman might just be that singular item which transforms your room. By changing that one item it’ll give you greater confidence to change more elements over time. If you’re feeling nervous, start small.

Bespoke

When creating your ideal interior space one big mistake many people make is deciding on their window treatments last and choosing shop bought. It’s a huge mistake to make because soft furnishings make a huge impact on a room.

Having your window treatments made by a professional is an investment you won’t regret.

Bespoke soft furnishings that correctly suit the intended space can really be that finishing touch to bring it all together. Work with someone you trust to help you create your ideal look that reflects your personality. At KDH Interiors we help guide you through the various styles, colours and patterns, trims and looks that suit your personality and room.

Window Treatments

Are you a curtains or blinds type of client, or both? It’s not uncommon to have both at a window and a layered window is a great way to get lots to texture and colour into a room. Full length curtains positioned close to the ceiling are the pinnacle of luxury and almost any trim can be added to create a luxurious finish. Curtains are also a great way to make your room feel larger. They add a spotlight to your windows and will keep the cold out in the winter and can be used to stop the glare of the sun in the summer.

When it comes to blinds, roman blinds are a great solution for windows such as bathrooms and bedrooms that don’t have space to allow for full length curtains. Roman blinds can also be used when layering a window and be positioned behind a pair of curtains. Add trims for a truly bespoke item, they work so well on blinds and provide that added texture or colour.

personality, so don’t be afraid to put your own stamp on it. Be confident in your own sense of style because no one knows you, and your home, better than yourself.

For more information contact Kim at KDH Interiors kim@kdhinteriors.co.uk or 07968 102014. I can also be found on Instagram or Facebook at @kdh_interiors.