by Kelly Dawson
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Try hanging the curtain rod a few inches above the window, closer to the ceiling. “This will give the illusion that the windows are bigger and the room is larger,” Lester explains.
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An ideal rug, Lester notes, is one that properly frames your furniture by making sure that all of the pieces can sit comfortably on it with a few inches to spare.
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Instead of keeping standard four-inch hardware in a refreshed kitchen, Lester recommends searching for replacements that fit your budget and renewed style.
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Lighting can be a way to enhance a space, Carr says, not just make it livable. Consider changing out original fixtures for up-to-date options, and add different light sources throughout.
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Meichtry suggests setting aside funds for accessories that help a room come together, such as a few stacked books on a coffee table, a gallery wall above a console, or various plants for a corner.
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“If you got a little carried away and your living room looks like it’s straight out of a furniture catalog, try choosing one item at a time that you’re willing to swap out,” Miechtry says.