Are you the kind of person who gets bored with your decor? I am. I love all of my stuff but I get tired of looking at the same things in the same place every day. So in order to liven things up, I give my rooms regular mini-makeovers.

Rearranging Furniture

Every couple of months I completely rearrange the furniture in the living room. I pull pieces away from the walls, reverse the placement of the sofas and chairs, I create new seating areas, and I place pieces of furniture in unexpected spots. All of these techniques are great ways to do a quick room makeover without spending a penny. I’m always surprised at what a big difference moving a few things around can actually do. 

Replacing Throws & Pillows

Throws and throw pillows are perfect decorative accessories. They add color, pattern, texture, and honestly, I can’t get enough of them.  These accessories are also very powerful when it comes to a quick room makeover. They have the ability to change the look and feel of a room instantly. So if you want to give your room a new look without replacing any of the major pieces try switching out the throw pillows for ones that are a new color and/or pattern. The difference is small but mighty! Just don’t fall into the trap of putting too many on the same piece. Pillows should enhance the furniture, not overcrowd it.

Styling Surfaces

I learned this from a magazine stylist I used to work with. When you want to expel some creative energy and give a space a new look, restyle book shelves and table surfaces. Take everything off and start again. Use books, decorative objects, flowers, fabrics – whatever you’ve got, and arrange them in pleasing vignettes. 

 Rearranging Art

I’m a big fan of rearranging art to give a space a quick update. I suggest replacing large pieces with gallery-style arrangements and vice versa. And switch pieces from one room to another. You don’t need to buy anything new, just move it around the house. Remember, art doesn’t have to look perfectly placed all the time. It’s meant to be fun!

Replacing Light Fixtures

This one may cost a few dollars, but it’s easy and impactful. If your overhead fixture is heavy and bold, switch it out for something light and airy. If you have something modern, switch it out for something traditional.  Or if you have a flushmount light, switch it out for a chandelier. When you change the overhead fixture, you change the mood of the entire room. Don’t be afraid to try something a little different!

Edit Your Accessories

Sometimes less is more – especially when it comes to clutter! So if you need a quick change go through your space and remove some of your accessories. Whether it’s picture frames, candlesticks, decorative objets – whatever. These things are great to have and they add personality, but sometimes enough is enough. Clearing out a room of old accessories or even pieces of furniture makes it feel fresh and new. It’s like a reverse room makeover.