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How to make your rental feel like home

October 25, 2023 by magda Filed Under: blog, decorating

As a designer, moving into rental was a bit of an adjustment, to say the least. I was limited in what upgrades I could bring into this new space, but with a little creativity, even the plainest space can be transformed into something that you love. I did have a blank slate to work with and that made things a bit easier. Here are some of the decor updates I did to make this new home feel like home, and you can try them too regardless if it is a rental home or your forever home.

Update the lighting

I swapped out the builder grade/dated light fixtures for some that are more my style and had some personality.

Most homes for rent available here don’t really have great lighting but this is an opportunity to personalize your new place by adding floor and table lamps.

Art and decor

In most of the cases painting the walls is not allowed, and hanging wallpaper was completely out of discussion. I used art to make my new home feel less blah. Can you tell I love color? And the white background works actually great now!

I used area rugs, to add color and texture, and helped defining the rooms in an open floor plan.

Bring in some life with greenery

I definitely don’t have a green thumb but love some greenery around. It feels like it brings a room to life and adds another layer. I prefer real plants and chose tropical trees because of the low maintenance required.

Furniture positioning

Living in a small space with an open floor plan isn’t really helping with storage for items needed day to day. Placing an armchair in the corner created a conversation area for the living room and it also helped to hide the printer, all the cables from TV, router etc.

Create a cozy corner

Last but not least, one of the projects that brought me a lot of joy was helping my kids feel like home. Creating a cozy corner in my daughter’s room to hang out and creatively playing with light in my son’s room made for two happy little kids.

Should I Hire An Interior Designer?

August 3, 2018 by magda Filed Under: decorating, design

Renovating or decorating your home can be very exciting but it can also be overwhelming and time consuming. Having an interior designer in your team could save you lots of headaches and money in the long term.
Sure, interior designers create beautiful rooms but how do you know if you should hire one?

1. You want a low time commitment
Working with an interior designer can save you countless hours going through a multitude of options, trying to pull everything together, making sure the end result will be coehesive throughout the house and will function as you need it to. Sourcing & tracking orders to make sure project is completed on time and on budget can be real time sucker too especially when you’d rather spend that time at the beach with your family or playing tennis.

2. You need functionality
A room that doesn’t function as you need it will end up being a waste of space. As an interior designer, my goal is to understand exactly how you will be living in your space and design that space to fulfill those needs.

Do you have small children and need extra storage, or you want to know your beautiful new sofa will survive toddler years and pets?
Our knowledge of materials and vendors will ensure we design your ideal space. Not only your home will be beautifully decorated but it will fit your day to day needs.

3. You want a unique look
As interior designers, we pride ourselves not only for creativity and problem solving skills. We also have the connections and knowledge to to source or build those unique pieces that are right for you, your family and lifestyle so that your home will be we’ll be uniquely yours.

4. You want a cost effective project
Hiring an interior designer is an investment but the value we bring by avoiding costly mistakes, sourcing the right items for your project and solving issues before they become time and money sucking mistakes usually offsets the cost and more.

5. You need peace of mind.
Decorating or renovating is not only about the financial investment but also about the time until you can resume life as normal. Working with a professional you will know that at the end of the process your space will be stunning and will function as you need it to

Are you wondering if you need an interior designer helping with your project? Reach out to ask any questions you may have or check out our services page.

Online Interior Design – Get Great Design Wherever You Are

April 29, 2018 by magda Filed Under: decorating, design

Online interior design is quite the thing for a few years now but is it a service for you?

Online interior design services are geared towards those who are not local to the Philadelphia area and it works beautifully wherever you are because you are measuring, send us pictures of your space and items you wish to keep.

Due to popular demand, this year Reimagine Interiors started offering online design but for us is more than just that. We are offering a comprehensive design plan so if you live in the greater Philadelphia area and are looking to keep the cost lower online interior design can be great, if you don’t mind doing some of the work on your own.

If you never worked with an interior designer, our online service might be a good place to start.

Online interior design is ideal for you if you are someone who can take a concept and run with it and if your project is decor/ design only and it doesn’t involve a renovation, construction or addition. If you need help with space planning, concept boards and 3D visualization to get a feel of the room before purchasing furniture the online interior design service is going to give you all the tools needed to execute great design.

What does online interior design cost?

Our flat fee service is $1,500 per room and it includes: a floor plan, a 3D view of the space, a concept board & shopping list with the items we select based on your input and budget so you can go ahead an purchase, install and update at your own pace. You’ll also get inspiration images and suggestions for placement. This is a one time fee and it does not include any furnishings. If you have an open space/multi function space or more rooms contact us.

So how does online interior design compare to full service design?
At Reimagine Interiors, our full service interior design is a streamlined step-by-step process that ensures our design is delivered with no excuses. The full service design enables me to execute projects and renovations from the first meeting to the final touches. I get to know you, we make a few decisions in the beginning together, but then I will take over and make your dream home a reality. It is a hands on process and we focus on making sure all the details are right.
As your interior designer it is my job to identify and represent your personality in the space. Our full service interior design clients know their home will be a reflection of their style and lifestyle, be it sophisticated and luxurious or comfortable and inviting.