Designer Tells How to Easily Give a Typical Renovation Its Own Character

Apartment complexes often come with pre-finished interiors. Buyers of such properties must decide whether to live in the 'cold' walls of a typical renovation or try to liven up the interior on their own.

Designer Elena Ilyukhina tells how to give individuality to a three-bedroom apartment with a typical renovation.

Repaint the Walls

Often, in typical finishes, wallpapers of uninteresting colors are used, which seem neutral to renovators. You should get rid of wallpapers without regret, and when choosing paint, don't limit yourself to just one color, but use at least two. The space will come alive immediately.

Use Natural Materials

Wooden interior elements combined with a large number of houseplants immediately make the space lively and warm.

Don't Fear Bright Details

Create 'perfect pairs': for example, in Elena Ilyukhina's interior, a bright base matches cushioned sofa pillows, turning the kitchen-living room into one space. Use the same technique in wall decor.

Combine Textures

Use various materials in decoration: velvet, fur, velour — anything that feels pleasant to touch and makes rooms cozy.

Don't Forget About Art

Vibrant paintings, like those in Elena's interior, can beautify any room and make it more individual.

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