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mardi 18 mars 2014

The Benefits Of Hiring Interior Design Albany NY Professionals

By Linda Cantrell


One of the biggest issues regarding decorating a home has to do with not fully understanding certain rules that go into making a space look fabulous. That's why many people call on the professionals. Unfortunately, so many choose to do it on their own, and they never have the best results. Below, see how superior interior design Albany NY residents can benefit through calling on the professionals.

Very often, people are faced with adding color to a space, and if they don't is because they're afraid of it. Color is complicated, more than just its surface. In fact, there are different variables regarding it, including whether it's a cold or warm color. Choosing the wrong shade could have terrible results for the space.

Another problem that is often misunderstood and very obvious in many rooms is balance, or lack thereof. Whether an amateur sees it or not, there exists visual weight in every room. For it to look and feel just right, there has to be a perfect balance. Very heavy furniture on one side can set it all off, but the professionals use the right tricks to get around this problem.

Scale should be proportioned to the room and the furnishings must be proportioned with the other elements within the space. If it's too large or too small, it will pose a problem. Then there is line and form to deal with. For example, bringing many tall pieces of furniture can create an imposing space, making it uncomfortable. On the other hand, low horizontal lines without any height is boring.

Lighting will play a huge role in the outcome of the space, and it's often ill thought out by average people. Illumination must come from various sources in order for there to be a level of comfort, good general light, and to perform different tasks within the space. Typically, there should be a floor or table lamp or both, recessed lighting, a pendant or chandelier, accent lights and wall sconces.

Furniture placement is another big factor that can make or break the look of a room. With a professional, one is sure to get the right size furnishing into a particular room size so it fits like a glove. Already owned furnishing may only partially work, and a professional will know when to eliminate a piece or add more for the optimal flow of traffic.

Patterns and textures can often cause many homeowners to feel overwhelmed. They don't know when to stop, or often, they don't know when to start. Too much or too little to make the space boring or over imposing, and busy on the eyes. A professional on the other hand understands all these elements and responds by discussing a client's needs and style, in accordance with their budget and lifestyle.

With so much involved in the process, it's easy to see that an amateur can end up with less than he/she bargained for. There is always a right amount of some element for the best results and a professional knows this. Average homeowners can make numerous mistakes that call for replacements of expensive furnishings and accessories, all of which are expensive. However, a professional will get it right the first time, saving you money.




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