How to Brighten Up a Dark Room
Brightening up a dark room is something we get asked about often! It’s one of our favorite tasks to undertake because there are so many options to add lightness and an airy feel to any space.
If natural light is not an option, definitely bring in light with either standing or table top lamps. If natural light is an option, but limited, we recommend using light fabric curtains in light neutral tones such as beige or white to make the most of the natural light available. Blinds are also a great option in order to control the amount of light you let in, if you’re worried about the room becoming too warm. Our favorite lighting options & white, linen curtains:
In terms of walls, we recommend sticking to light neutral colors such as white, ecru, or beige in order to keep the space feeling open and airy. If you’re looking to bring in wallpaper, keep the prints light in terms of design to not overwhelm the space. We love vertical lines or floral prints in neutral tones to add interest, while avoiding adding “weight” to a space with large, overwhelming prints. Our favorite wall papers:
As with the walls, keep furniture upholstery and finishings light and neutral. Go for lighter metal or wood finishings, and keep upholstery soft and airy. To bring a pop of color and depth into the space, we love adding throw pillows and blankets in pastels or light greys and browns.
Greenery instantly adds life and light into any space. Whether real or faux, we highly recommend bringing in plants to a space to brighten it up. Depending on the space and season, there are so many options available from monstera to succulents, you are sure to find greenery that works for your space any time of year. How we style faux stems:
You can find sources to my designs and home decor favorites linked directly above on my LIKEtoKNOW.it page.
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