This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of CORT Furniture Outlet for IZEA Worldwide. All opinions are 100% mine.
No matter if you’re moving into a new home or finally focusing on perfecting one room in your house, furnishings can get expensive. A majority of us need practical ways to furnish a home with pieces we love, all while on a budget. Today I want to teach you how to achieve high-end Design for less.
After spending hours upon hours on Pinterest, you start shopping for pieces inspired by your Pins. Soon enough, the butterflies are gone, the list of needed items piles up and the budget is suddenly busted. There are ways around this; let me guide you!
Use Impactful Pieces
Your most significant and most impactful piece should be something worth talking about, but so should all other aspects of the room. This one is worth the splurge. The other pieces in the area don’t have to be expensive, instead, focus on making them unique.
Shop Smart
Ever walk into a model home and admire the aesthetics wishing you could have? Me too! Did you know these home stagers find these at CORT Furniture Outlet and you can purchase them? You get to have designer pieces for a fraction of the cost. The important thing here is to make sure that you check the showrooms frequently as inventory changes daily. Today, while I was inside the store, I found some beauties worth documenting. This is where you can save BIG!
Layer the Materials
Instead of choosing all the same finishes, be sure to mix in different tones to curate a polished look. For example, look at the chrome legs on the modern leather chair I found at CORT Outlet. I paired it with a geometrical side table topped with a stone lamp. Mixing these elements gave me a much more professional look than if I had used a chrome lamp next to the chair. Also, note that I used the leather material and paired it with a more hefty item like the side table. Since the chairs had legs that weren’t substantial it is important to balance the weight by pairing it with something “heavier”.
Mix Patterns
When selecting textiles for your room, be sure to incorporate different patterns into the room. I love these pillows paired together. The bold design is complemented by the textured throw placed in front. While the overall color of the pillow in front may be solid gray, the subtle texture brings so much contrast to the setting. Don’t be afraid to mix patterns. Choose one bold pattern pair it with a smaller scale pattern, and then set them with something solid in color. Be sure to keep the undertones in your colors the same!
Accessorize Like A Pro
When I am styling homes, I always think in odds. Instead of buying two pieces, buy three. CORT Furniture Outlet had some fantastic accessories. I love the look of these wired trays with tiny vases sitting inside. Did you notice I only used two? Let me explain why. It is essential when creating vignettes that you look at the overall picture. In this case, I used one ottoman, two trays, and two vases. Did you do the math? That’s five pieces. Not always, but sometimes you can get away with even numbers. To save money, fill vases or bowls with pieces found in nature. I love oversized branches in clear vases, applies piled in a brass bowl, or freshly picked flowers from your rose garden. Think outside of the box to give your room personality that sets it apart.
DIY
Another great way to save is to DIY! There were so many great options at CORT Furniture Outlet that could easily be upgraded by adding a little paint so that the piece becomes customized to your room. Add peel and stick wallpaper to the front of a dresser, paint it a fun color, or simply change the knobs. Your DIY options are endless. If you find an accessory that is the perfect size but the wrong color, spray-paint it! Now it matches perfectly.
Think outside of the box next time you are furnishing your home. Follow these simple guidelines and you will achieve a high-end design for less. Check out the CORT Blog for more!
