How can your home design reflect your personal style?

Merino Laminates, December 12, 2024

Our home is a dream that we have nurtured for a long time and not only is it an investment of a lifetime, but it is also an emotional journey that makes the experience of being a homeowner all the more special. The architectural planning, size, location etc are a response to our budget and need of the users and the design is often a reflection of our personal style and our aspirations for our dream abode. The interior design of the space is often a conscious reflection of one’s aesthetic while it also aims to explore ideas that have always mesmerised the inhabitants. Here are some ways in which you can identify and utilise your personal style to enhance the look of your home:

1. Understanding the needs of your family

While the aesthetic appeal of your home must be in alignment with the ideas that you relate to, the functionality of the space and the way it addresses the needs of the occupants must be given a higher priority. Utility and comfort must be considered while designing the space and choosing the colours, finishes, furniture etc. Every element must ensure the safety and wellbeing of the occupants and must be tailored to suit our needs in the present and the future.

2. Understanding colours

Colour theory is fascinating and can have a great impact on the overall wellbeing of the inhabitants. Hence, one must study colours in detail, and understand what colours work for them and how they can be used to create a tranquil and relaxing environment. For instance, some people might enjoy minimal colours and enjoy a neutral color scheme that has a lot of whites and greys, while some others might find this very boring and almost depressing. Similarly, some people might find comfort in warm beiges and browns, while some others might want their home to have a lot of bright yellows, oranges and greens. This comparison goes on to show that the same colour scheme might seem enjoyable or even relaxing to some but too rigid or restrictive to someone else. This understanding of one’s self is important to choose the right scheme that will help you create a space that is not only elegant but pleasant to live in. SImilarly, you should also consider the needs of your family and how you would accommodate the growing needs of the same. For instance, you might enjoy warm tones like beiges and browns, however, a kids room with bright yellows or pinks might not compliment your design vision. In this case, you can create a kids room that has pleasant warm tones like burnt orange, mustard yellow, leaf green etc- this not only aligns with your theme but also allows you to add more colour and make the kid’s room more exciting for them.

3. Choosing the right finish and textures

While functionality and a base colour themes are crucial in any design, it is the layers that you add that add more character to your space. The finishes you choose give your space the personal touch that will set it apart. Merino Laminates offers a wide range of finishes like stone, concrete, wood or even leather, thus giving you a chance to experiment with different finishes to create the desired effect. From creating sleek, mirror-like walls for your bar counter to fluted wall panels for your foyer, you can choose the finishes of your choice to make the space more dynamic.

4. Using art as a form of expression

Nothing gives a space a touch of elegance like art does. It is also a very personal and unique experience to choose art for one’s home, which ultimately creates a certain ambiance that is exclusive to that space. You can integrate art into your home in the form of paintings, sculptures, collectibles or any other elements that you feel strongly about. This can further be highlighted with the right placement of lights and by creating panelled sections, alcoves or dedicated spaces to showcase things that are an expression of who you are.

5. Designing for the present and the future

While your home is a reflection of your personal style, it is also your vision board and your chance to realise your goals for the future. You should not only plan for the needs of the occupants today, but your home should also be prepared to embrace the vision you have for it, and for your family in the future. For instance, today you may only be designing your home for yourself and your spouse, but the space, colours, size etc must also allow the addition of a room for a child without a lot of changes in the structure or design of your home. SImilarly, today your children might be sharing a room with a bunker bed, but eventually they may want their own separate rooms, hence the size of your home should be such that it allows provision for the same. Another instance can be how, today, you may have a job, but if you are someone who aspires to start their own practise or have their own startup, then you should have a dedicated space as your office nook or study where you can set up your own practise or the equipment you need to realise your career growth that you have envisioned.

It is exciting to design our home and add our own touch to it, but what is more exciting is the possibility to build a space to create a life that you aspire for! Not only does your home reflect your style and your personality, but when designed well, it can also be your safe haven to live the life you have always dreamt of.