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These days, many people are postponing adding upgrades to their homes because budgets are tight and no one is sure what the economy will be like. Even if improvements are needed for practical reasons, people are foregoing the fixes because money is tight. However, if your home is dingy and uninviting, it may be time for a few changes to make everyone feel better. Maybe you are passing on this year’s summer vacation, or you are celebrating the holidays at home instead of heading out of town. To make these sacrifices more bearable, make sure your home is as comfortable and inviting as possible. For a fraction of the cost it would take to completely revamp a room, you can make small improvements that will have everyone feeling as if they want to spend time at home. Whether it is adding piano lights or a few throw pillows, a warm, inviting room makes everyone happy. If you live in the Vermont area, consider visiting the House of Troy for affordable, stylish lighting. Once the mood in a room is established with great lighting, you can think about other changes that will have the whole family racing to hang out in the room.

Aside from lighting, homeowners can look for ways to add color to a room. If you have always preferred neutral colors in paint and furniture, it may be time for an upgrade. Just by adding a few pops of color, you can make a room more inviting. Sometimes people assume pops of color have to be red or orange, in blindingly bright shades. However, if the color scheme in your room is currently in shades of brown and tan, colors like blue and green will look wonderful. You can choose deep shades like forest and navy, or you can lighten things up during the warmer months with pale blue and lime green. Just these small additions will make the environment more interesting and fun to spend time in.

Also consider adding pattern to the room. You may choose to do this with textiles. You can soften a room and add interest with pillows or throws in patterns like paisley, toile, or plaid. Observe your current furnishings and determine what style they are. Choose a similar style of fabric for the accents. For instance, if you have classic furniture in dark, heavy woods, plaid throw pillows will look great. If your furnishings feature clean lines and light woods, opt for more graphic patterns that are somewhat modern. You can also add pattern with wallpaper or wall hangings. Sometimes by just adding a few pieces of art to a room, you can liven it up and create interest. If there is no are that suits your style, consider framing family photos and displaying them in a gallery-like manner.