Decorating a room can be an overwhelming task, especially if you don’t know where to start or if you don’t have a clue how to bring your ideas to life. But experts say that rather than overthinking the process, homeowners may want to start decorating with one item that they love, and make that treasured object the room’s centerpiece or focal point. According to interior designer Briellyn Turton, a focal point is a valuable tool for interior design since it’s the first thing that people notice when they walk into a room. “When done correctly, you can control which part of the room demands attention and which parts strategically fade into the background,” she adds.
A focal point can enhance and elevate your interiors and add personality to any space. If you’re planning to refresh certain parts of your home, here are some easy ways to create a focal point in any room.
Create an Eclectic Gallery Wall
A gallery wall can add interest to a room. But if you’re tired of seeing the same curated displays on social media, try mixing different media and materials to create a stunning focal point in your entryway or living room. For instance, you can use A3 frames to display mini posters or prints, then hang them around or beside a huge contemporary-style painting. Add vintage wall sconces to the mix, plus some unique finds from your travels, such as a decorative mask or wooden hangings, a flat decorative woven basket, or handcrafted metal wall sculptures. Don’t forget to add some illumination with recessed lights and track lights to make your gallery wall stand out.
Spruce up Your Windows
If you’ve got a beautiful bay window on your stair landing or dining room, or a set of gorgeous, floor-to-ceiling casement windows in your living room, you’re extremely lucky because those serve as the primary anchor of your room. To accentuate your windows and turn them into focal points, clean the molding thoroughly, then apply a fresh coat of paint. Group some furniture near the window too. Think a cozy couch, a statement chair, and a few ottomans.
If there isn’t any space in front of the window for furniture, just lay a patterned rug in front of it, then add large potted plants on either side. You can install curtains for privacy, but if you don’t want to completely cover up all that glass, hang up decorative side panels on your windows, then install roll up light filtering blinds. This way, you still get to enjoy the view and have privacy at the same time.
Add a Statement Piece
To give some life to a boring room, think about adding a statement piece to the space. Pick something unusual to really make it stand out. An ornate chandelier will certainly draw attention if it’s placed in the dining room, while a sculpture will look amazing in an area with lots of floor space, like the entryway or living room. Meanwhile, a large indoor tree will add wow factor to your interiors, especially if it’s placed beside a spiral staircase.
Unique furniture can also make a style statement in any room, so be on the lookout for antique pieces like a Chinese-style armoire or a baroque dresser. Meanwhile, contemporary pieces from furniture designers like Gaetano Pesce, Kenneth Cobunpue, Ayako Arantani, and Mary Ratcliffe will give any space a fresh and modern look.
Adding a focal point to your rooms can elevate your interiors and infuse personality into your home. Try these tips to create amazing focal points, and see how they breathe new life into your living spaces.
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