The Importance of Setting Goals Before Starting to Decorate
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In the world of interior design, a series of parameters must be taken into account: The resources to choose, the distribution, the design, the combinations, etc. But before taking any action, it’s worth assessing the importance of setting some goals before starting to decorate.
Sometimes, we limit ourselves to repeating models due to a lack of ideas or a lack of creativity. Any approach that we propose must be conceived as an opportunity; that is, something positive can be extracted from everything to generate a comfortable space.
We’re the ones who set the principles and limits at home. Our tastes must be reflected, in the same way that one’s personality must be present, as it’s an essential factor in beautifying the interiors.
The main objective: Well-being
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The concept of well-being can be applied to many areas of life. It’s associated with health and comfort, which is why it’s an essential component to configuring the home and, above all, the goal you want to reach.
The very essence of this concept lies in the search for internal harmony. Once we start decorating, we want to get to this point, but it’s not an easy process, nor is it accomplished quickly. Actually, you have to achieve the objectives by visualizing where you want to go.
If you comply with this idea, you’ll be much calmer and at ease. In addition, it’s considered the foundation of any family. For this reason, in a home, everything adds up, both the living environment and the resources used to decorate.
You don’t have to settle for little; it’s important to go as far as possible.
Mark the goals before you start decorating
First of all, it’s essential to keep in mind the different functions that home decoration provides us. On the one hand, it beautifies, while on the other, it provides a functional service. If you’re clear about this premise, then it’s time to start setting the goals you want to meet.
- One aspect to keep in mind is that the objectives we set must be coherent, concise, and achievable. In this case, utopias are out of place. Everything that doesn’t make sense or have a reason for being there should be left out.
- Regarding the choice you make, you mustn’t fall into the error of developing impersonal procedures; in other words, the fact that we set a goal isn’t related to imitation or copying, but quite the opposite. It’s a matter of searching for your own approach that identifies you.
- The correct color combination is the basis of any house. The relationship of all the tones is governed by a series of rational criteria that allow the setting of the space. For this reason, it’s important to know which ones are going to be available and which combinations are viable.
- Regarding furniture, it’s important to resort to the models that best suit our needs and that define a specific style. If you want to transmit specific sensations, you mustn’t make the mistake of choosing elements that aren’t in keeping with the space.
The definition of a style
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Obviously, it’ll be the style that determines what the decoration will be like and how it will be arranged in the interiors. In order for it to be defined correctly, you must first of all keep in mind what its format is, what you’re going to need, and what elements need to be present.
It’s always good to take a look online or in stores about different types of styles. The decision you make will be the origin and the beginning of what will be your home in the future.
It should also be noted that the style reflects who you are, what you represent, and the way in which you work the internal organization.
You have to know what you want to achieve and where to direct the decoration.
Tips for setting goals before you start decorating
Doubts will probably arise before starting to decorate. This is common. For this reason, the participation of an interior design professional is recommended. If you don’t want to use this resource, then you always have the possibility of making a list of what you need and what you don’t.
The second opinion of another person is also a good idea to clarify the path to follow or to counteract the information. Ultimately, other points of view are always good.
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- Lava Oliva, Rocío: Interiorismo, Vértice, 2008.