A quick and easy way to make a room visually interesting is to add texture. There are plenty of ways you can add texture to a room but as a renter, we need simple solutions that can travel with us when we move. Our favorite three examples are a cinch--pics and links after the jump.
Adding a bit of pattern or fluffiness to your space with a rug instantly makes any dull room come to life. We love the traditional flokati rug (which simultaneously adds a bit of coziness).
Mirrors--not only do they open up a space, they visually add texture to a plain wall. We love picking up thrift store mirrors and painting a frame around the edges for an updated look.
Marissa painted her found screen a vintage orange and hung on her entryway's wall to add a bit of texture to her space. In addition, the detailed pattern of the screen helps to create an extra layer of texture.
What a simple idea? Instead of traditional framed art above her dresser, Cassandra takes a bamboo room divider and creates an interesting background for her furniture.
What are your simple solutions for adding texture to your space?
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Comments (4)
Heavy floor-to-ceiling draperies are still one of the most effective, practical and easiest way to add texture and color to a room.
I think texture comes from varying and layering materials, not just color.
I try to mix up fabrics-- silk, linen, velvet, wool, leather, cotton, etc. And I try to mix surface finishes -- glass, metal, wood, lacquer, stone, shell, ceramic, etc.
I think it's easy to forget about how important light fixtures and lighting realy are. I'd say lighting adds dimension to a space.
And now, finally, I'm learning how to add plants to the mix.
bepsf -- I love the floor-to-ceiling draperies idea. In addition to the effective, practical and easy way to add color and texture, as you mentioned, they're great for acoustics in most rooms.
Years ago I used a split bamboo blind as a canopy over a bed. Shabby tropical.