Plan, Plan, Plan
Work out as many details before turning the first shovel of soil. Everything will go so much faster.
Get It Done Off-Site
Kitchen cabinet makers can build shelving for other rooms, and they’ll make it in their workshop.
Invest in Storage
Closet organizing systems are worth every penny. Otherwise, you have a rod, shelf, and wasted space up top.
Buy “New and Improved”
Look for stainless steel appliances treated to minimize smudges and stain-resistant countertops like CaesarStone.
Overestimate
You’re supposed to order 10% extra tile to cover breakage, but I suggest 15% for breaks down the road.
Look Up
Ceiling height is as important as the square footage of a room.
Break It Up
Two smaller coffee tables offer greater flexibility than a single large one | It’s an option, if you the idea.
Know What You Need
Good decorating starts with a good floor plan.
Keep It Clean
Line up tops of windows and doors. It gives you a clean line around the room.
Use Visual Tricks
Painting door panels 50% lighter than the full door gives them greater definition.
Mix It Up
I like using a loveseat at the dining table. It makes it look less like a conference room.
Keep Outlets Low
Have electrical outlets installed low and horizontal for a cleaner, more discreet look.
Find Your Style
Collecting and sorting magazine pages helped me focus my taste.
Think Outside the Box
Children’s mail-order catalogs are a surprising place for great lighting and accessories.
Create Storage
When planning the house, find unused nooks and use them for storage.
Google It
Buying slate floor online was like being at the ultimate stone yard!
Make Doors High
Go for taller doors inside, like 8-footers, for a lofty feel.
Source from housebeautiful.com, edited to fit to sri lankan homes
