Simple Ways to Update any Room (Part 4)

Welcome to Part 4 of the the "Simple Ways to Update any Room" series, inspired by House Beautiful. If you've missed any of the previous posts, check them out (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3).

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• Buy a large map, poster, or print and cut it into equal parts. Frame all the sections and reassemble them on the wall. 

This is a perfect idea for large empty wall spaces. It's an easy way to add some dimension and interest, rather than one plain frame. Doing this with a map is a great way to add an educational element to a playroom and could also go really well in a boy's room - no matter what the age.

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• Pull apart a big inexpensive mixed bouquet from the supermarket. Group similar flowers and put them in small vases. You'll have some for every room.

This is an easy way to add some beauty to any room. Small groupings of similar flowers always look great and it's hard to mess up when you cut the stems short. Put the flowers in a short vase, pitcher, jar or anything!

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• Instead of buying complete matched sets of towels, buy different shades of one color and mix it up.

Apparently this isn't such a popular idea, as I had a really hard time finding any examples of this tip. I'm actually on the fence about it... Usually, designers would say to put matching towels in bathroom for consistency and uniformity, but there is something to be said for adding a little variety and changing the shade of color towels.

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• Gather all your accessories that are the same color from every room in your house. Don't worry how they relate or what you bought to go with what. Now...group all of them together on a tabletop.

Perfect for all the little "tchochkes"and nick-knacks that you have that don't necessarily have a good spot to go. Gathering many different pieces and arranging them as a collection always makes these items look more put together. And even if they have nothing to do with each other, the fact that they are in the some color family in one setting will make the group make sense. Arrange them on a table, mantel, or even a small shelf.

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• Buy a big modern shallow bowl, fill it with photos, and put it on your coffee table. An instant conversation starter. 

This is a great way to showcase vintage family photos and a really unique conversation piece. A big bowl of old photos is also a great centerpiece for a family gathering like Thanksgiving.

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So what do you think of today's round-up of ideas? What do you plan on incorporating into your home?

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