How to Quickly Fix a Bad Interior: 5 Secrets

Architect and designer Ruslan Kirnichansky in his blog "Diary of an Architect" told what you can do if the renovation is still far away, but living in the current setup is already impossible.

Ruslan Kirnichansky — Expert, Architect, Interior Designer

Neutral Textiles

The easiest way to save an interior is to replace the curtains. Solid-color drapes will emphasize the space and smooth out the diversity and abundance of patterns.

Proper Lighting

Local bright light highlights all flaws. Replace the lamp with a weaker one and add several accent lights. A floor lamp and a wall sconce will create a pleasant semi-darkness, and an ill-furnished interior will be in the shadows.

Prints, Paintings and Posters

You can add dynamism and brightness to an interior using paintings and posters. They draw attention to themselves, so old wallpaper or boring walls will visually recede to the background.

Choose images that you personally like — this can improve not only the interior but also your mood. Repainting Walls

Sometimes radical solutions are needed. Repainting walls is a simple task, and the work will take only one evening. It's important to choose the right color that highlights the strengths of the apartment. If the renovation is far off and you want change now, you can repaint the wallpaper.

Furniture Rearrangement

A distinctive feature of a poor interior is the boring arrangement of furniture. Rearrange it, organize different functional zones — and the apartment will transform.

Furniture placement along the walls is not always convenient, so don't be afraid of bold decisions. For example, place a sofa in the center of the room, and behind it put a table or console.