It is a fact that many homes built during the last 50 years or so have a reputation for being architecturally soul-less.
No more so than in respect of interior design where economies of scale often translated into homes with somewhat uninspired room layouts lacking any real sense of character or innovation. With tight budgets, space at a premium and little scope for flair it’s perhaps not surprising that architects had no choice but to stick with tried and tested home designs, floor plans and exterior finishes.
And yet for any homeowner stuck with a little square apartment or less than inspiring last century house design, there are a number of mostly, very simple ways that sparkle and intrigue can be introduced for a touch of verve to transform the dullest boxy room.
Ceilings.
Artexed or textured paper ceilings are notoriously last century. Reinvigorate with a skim of fresh plaster for a smooth surface finish before considering recessed lighting or track lights for a contemporary twist.
Floors.
Hardwood or reclaimed flooring adds instant warmth and character to a room and in most cases, will outlast carpeting. The look can be changed easily by changing area rugs depending on your mood or for a fresh new look season by season. Stone, tiles and sisal flooring can also prove interesting and a departure from the accepted norm.
Skirting boards and coving.
This is the finishing touch to the fundamental shape and style of any room. Narrower skirts and ceiling coving look good in rooms with lower ceilings, whilst deeper mouldings should be used for loftier rooms.
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