Turn Your Home Into a Work of Art: Creative DIY Projects for Every Room

The idea of a home makeover can be exciting—but costs can be daunting.​ Don’t despair.​ You can DIY your décor and turn your home into a work of art.​ Here are some creative DIY projects to get you started.​

In the living room, consider creating a unique focal point.​ Paint a feature wall and give it extra dimension with stencils, wall-panels or a well-placed mirror.​ For a pop of color, add a bright abstract rug and some cozy throw pillows.​ And if your furniture looks worn, consider reupholstering an armchair and injecting a few new cushions.​

The kitchen can benefit from an injection of color too.​ Update your splashback with some new tiles or even a mural.​ Brighten up your cabinets with a new lick of paint, replace dated lampshades or revision old appliances with modern finds.​ Or why not upcycle an old chair into a colourful island bench?

In the bedroom, break up your four-walls with color-blocking techniques.​ Create an accent wall with a different wallpaper, or contrast the wall with the furniture.​ Accessorize your bed with new stylish cushions and layers of colors and textures.​ Add a bookshelf and a comforting armchair, or even patterned rugs for a warm and inviting atmosphere.​

The bathroom can benefit from a few creative tricks too.​ Make a splash with great looking tiles or accessorize the walls with a striking artwork.​ Or how about adding some greenery with some creative planters? Replacing the sink could have a huge impact too.​ By customizing your bathroom, you’ll create a space that’s inviting and truly reflective of your decorative style.​

In the hallway you can make your entrance striking too.​ Invest in a tiled floor or add a painted border for an eye-catching effect.​ Hang a mirror with an interesting frame and add a colourful pendant light for a little extra detail.​

For the outdoor spaces, you can use a combination of permeable stonework, gravels and vibrant foliage to create an oasis in your own backyard.​ Finish it off with some unique furniture pieces and artistic elements for an outdoor area that will stand out from the rest.​

To add a finishing touch, rearrange your furniture, hang some new lighting and accessorize with fine details like layered rugs and gorgeous pillowcases.​

Now let’s look at a few other creative ways you can turn your home into a work of art.​ One idea is to repurpose old furniture pieces.​ A wooden chair or chest of drawers can be transformed into something useful and beautiful.​ Change the hardware, give it a fresh coat of paint, or reupholstered it with the fabric of your choice.​

Stenciling is an easy way to add a unique touch to walls, cabinets, floors or furniture.​ Simply stencil a wall with a few simple shapes or images or pick a bold pattern.​ Use tape to get straight and even lines, then layer with different colours and shades to achieve a painted-art effect.​

Upcycling hardware can be a great way to add a modern touch to your home in an creative way.​ Look for affordable finds such as kitchen sinks, light switch plates, handles and door knobs.​ Mix and match different materials and update your fixtures with intricate details and unique finishes to give your home character.​

If you’re styling small spaces, think vertically.​ Look for wall shelving units or other storage solutions and aim for a tidy, clutter free space.​ You can also make use of some clever hacks to turn an empty corner into storage area.​

Make the most of natural light and brighten up your space with mirrors.​ Try a series of smaller individual mirrors in the entryway to add some jazz to your home.​ Or how about a statement mirror on the living room wall? Choose your favorite shape and experiment with different frames.​

Finally, take advantage of wallpapers and prints.​ A statement wall paper can instantly transform your home in a creative way.​ Choose a floral, geometric or illustrated statement wall paper or fill your walls with prints to make an art gallery.​ Prints can be whimsical and fun—or bold and daring—so be bold with your choices!