Many people invest in home remodeling to enhance the flow and visual interest of their interiors. Although a professional will oversee construction, you should sit down with them and confirm the design plan. Performing this task will provide a bigger picture of what the project will entail and ensure you’re on the same page. Consider the following guidelines for help with the process.

Do:

Think about lighting. 

In addition to upgrading appliances and fixtures, a contractor should also overhaul the current lighting scheme as part of the home improvement plans. A remodeling contractor should use wall sconces, overhead chandeliers, and lamps to create layers of ambient, task, and accent lights. These additions will add texture, depth, and warmth to a newly-renovated room. 

Use the ceiling.

Depending on the color of the ceiling, the elevated surface can serve as a backdrop to showcase built-in shelves, countertops, and other new elements incorporated in a room.

“Greige,” for example, is a mixture of dark grey and beige that provides a noticeable yet neutral background that emphasizes molding and furniture. Pale yellow will make a room look bright and airy to display light-colored furnishings, while a navy ceiling will complement dramatic accents. 

Don’t:

Keep or introduce clutter. 

The most effective interior design schemes utilize negative space. The eye will more easily focus on custom cabinets and other built-in fixtures when the installations rest beside bare walls.

Your goal should be to downsize objects instead of adding more to your home remodeling plans. Avoiding clutter on walls and furniture will give the room a sense of direction. You can keep items out of sight by installing additional storage options and custom-made drawers.

Use wallpaper.

To keep interiors fresh and modern, consider going without wallpaper. A busy pattern could look dated and distract from other focal points in a room. If you want to refresh the room in the future, adding a new coat of paint to walls is less time-consuming than wallpaper removal and installation.

To ensure you’re happy with your home remodeling, let the professionals at Loeck Designs take the reins. Based in Lincoln, NE, the Better Business Bureau®-accredited general contractors boast over 35 years of experience creating clients’ dream interiors. To hear about the five-year warranties and schedule a free estimate in Lancaster County, call (402) 450-1500. See project photos on the company’s website.