“Home, the spot of earth supremely blest, A dearer, sweeter spot than all the rest “.--Robert Montgomery

We see people using ‘Home’ and ‘house’ interchangeably. But they have two different meanings. A House is a structure made of lime, mortar and steel. A Home is where you live all your life. Where you are loved. It’s the place for which you long to return back at the end of the day. Its in the home you dream. Its in the Home where your dreams are fulfilled and paths are laid to the golden future. Its in this social unit, aspirations of the future citizens of the country are shaped and fulfilled. 

We are aware, even the best of the seed has to be provided with ideal conditions to grow into a mighty tree. Every seed that’s sown will not become a mighty oak, if its not properly nourished.

Akin to this A home has to be endowed with those features which assist and contribute to the fulfillment of the desires and aspirations of  the people living in the home.

Happiness is the vital aspect for a human being for realizing his dreams and fulfilling hid aspirations.   No one who is burdened with grief and melancholy  can achieve his cherished goals in any field.  If a home located in a good locality succeeds in providing the necessary ambience for healthy and spiritual and mental growth  of the people in the home, to a large extent, an imaginative and creative Home decoration will complete the remaining job of making the home a “Sweet Home.”

What constitutes Home Decoration.

Your decorated home mirror your personality. My friends who visit my Home invariably say, “You are everywhere. On the doors, on the arches, on the walls.” Because all the paintings on the wall and the colour schemes speak in unison about my tastes.

Home decoration is not buying furniture from a fancy furniture shop and cramming a chair here, a stool there in the entire home.  Home decoration involves more than just choosing furniture. There are several other home décor items which are cost effective and highly successful in adding a touch of dazzle, a bit of chic. Have a look at some of the home furnishings other than furniture. If you have a bit of aesthetic sense, you will find every spot and every corner of the home worthy of adding your own style statement.

Window Treatments

You can give a big boost to the bare windows which look  drab, dreary and wear a sterile look with a plethora of window treatments like suitable curtains and drapes and valences. Curtains of solid or subtle prints will boost the style quotient of your rooms. Wherever the windows are located be it in the kitchen, kids room, bed room or hall, they should speak loudly and clearly about the occupant.

Floor Treatment

When it comes to floor decoration we have four varieties of  carpets. They are well known in the market with the names Kolam, Rangoli, Alpana and Floral. Of course all of them are ndigenous. They are to be drawn free hand with white stone or chalk powder.  All these floor treatments are traditional in nature.People interested in oriental floor styles can opt for floral or striped carpets. Carpets are very useful for grouping the furniture like Sofa set and subsidiary furniture. Similarly rugs are used for kitchen floors. They not only save the floor in the vicinity of sink and stove, but also add a touch of glamour.. But for Rugs or for traditional floor treatments your creativity and imagination play an important role.

Lighting and Lamps

Appropriate Lighting  adds a new dimension to the interiors of a Home. Presently, the most economic way of lighting is with LED lights. LED lighting not only adds value but also enriches the surroundings. For mood enhancement different varieties of LED lights are at our disposal. Use LED rope lights, LED fairy lights ,LED Panel lights and a plethora of many kinds of lights to choose from, you can add that dreamy look to your home.

A Chandelier can enhance the elegance of the place In two ways. It glorifies the place and gives that priceless antique look. Crystal Chandelier is the world’s largest chandelier with 750 lamps. It weighed 4.5 tons.

At one time Chandeliers used to be the symbol of aristocracy. Only few could afford them. But now with the sophisticated technology chandeliers have come in to the reach of all. With a wide range of variety of themes ranging from crystal, stone, stained glass, Victorian, renaissance to name a few, one can give that touch of Royalty  to their homes.

Wall Décor

Empty walls look  desolate and stark. Walls offer immense scope for adding value to the entire home. With a bit of imagination walls in a home can be made vibrant and lively.Mostly interior decorating is about determining what to use on the walls.  Walls are  largest component in a home that demands most of your attention. 

Fortunately there are a plethora of things that can pretty well sit on a wall to amuse and enchant any visitor who visits your home.

You can mount pictures, posters, paintings mirrors and clocks  to enliven the home..  But it should be kept in your mind anything you wish to put up on your walls should complement your home interior decorating style. Exercise utmost caution while Choosing your pieces. carefully and mount them thoughtfully. Each piece you hang up should be fully appreciated. 

Location holds the key

Ensure the level and height of the decoration contributes to easy viewing. Remember not to hang a picture on the wall too high or too low. A picture that’s hung too high or too low will look like a distorted picture. This should be avoided by all means.

Choose the place of display keeping in mind the size of the object. A huge wall decoration set in a narrow place will present a very bad look. Similarly, you can enhance the beauty of the picture by using an appropriate frame. Illumination through natural light and the electric lights should not create an unwanted dazzle. If necessary make use of spot lights wherever necessary.

Picture or a Poster?

A picture, even if it’s a print costs more. That’s why I prefer posters with a good quote or a line drawing to be mounted on a wall. The advantage with posters is that, it’s not always necessary to get it framed. The poster can be attached to the wall using a good wall adhesive. Before mounting on the wall, see that it’s smoothened with a cold iron to remove folds and curled corners. 

 Using Mirrors

Mirrors create a feeling of largeness besides creating a dramatic change in the overall appearance of the room. If the room has inadequate natural lighting, a Mirror helps in enhancing reflecting the existing light. And the saving grace is mirrors are not very expensive.If it becomes necessary to cover an uneven or an ugly spot on a wall, Mirrors  are the best way to cover such blemishes.

Colour Scheme

Colours are the most effective elements in the realm of interior decoration. Color helps in making a house bright and cheerful. Colours, like solids have three dimensions.  They are hue, value and intensity. There are many colour schemes in the field of interior decoration. 

From the three Primary colours, Red, Blue and Yellow all colours can be obtained. The resulting colours when two Primary colours are mixed are known as secondary colours. Similarly depending upon the colours mixed. A host of colours will emerge from which one can easily choose the colour that suites his interiors.

When in doubt, a professional can help you. Remember different colours have different characteristics. Choose the one that best suits your requirements.

Vinyl wall stickers

These easy to apply stickers are cost effective. They are the best with low cost for adding an extra layer of glamour to the room. These Vinyl wall stickers are available in different forms and shapes. They can be used in living rooms, bedrooms, dining spaces and kids’ rooms. They even come with attractive designs for kitchen and bathrooms.

Wall clocks

Wall clocks especially Vintage pendulum clocks are nothing short of a piece of art. These are not only functional, they make a loud and clear statement. From wood framed clocks to solid metal ones. A wide variety of clocks are available for you to choose from.Depending on your creativity and the size of your purse, select a set of clocks that display times in different countries.

Even an ordinary home can be made a Dream Home with less expenses amd with a bit of creativity. Making s dream home is not the domain of just a select few.

Pics :Wiki media and Author's painting.