Tips to Make Your Home Look Expensive

The living room is a great place to start since it’s often the first room to make an impression on your guests. Begin transforming the space with a fresh coat of paint. A carefully chosen color — whether it’s a statement-making vibrant shade or a more calming neutral — will go a long way. For inspiration, check out our paint ideas and inspiration guides.

Wall paneling will add texture and interest and can make for a stunning accent on one wall. Select an elegant fretwork design to create a sophisticated ambiance. Top it all off with decorative crown moulding. You can also learn about other wall panel and plank ideas from our guide.

Look for little things that you can splurge on, like luxurious throw pillows, to fill your space. If your budget allows, switch out your current curtains for ones made from higher-end fabric or with creative a design. Shop around for antique pieces to display and look for stylish lamp options as well. Large artwork will make a bold impression and elevate the feel of your space. But you don’t have to spend a ton — a tasteful piece in the best frame you can afford is all you need. Use picture lights for showcasing prized pieces.

The chandelier is often the focal point of the dining room, so it makes sense to start there. The price doesn’t matter as much as style, and finding coordinating sconces for the rest of the room will tie the look together. For the height of elegance, add a decorative ceiling medallion.

As for furniture, dining chairs are relatively easy to reupholster yourself. You can also find easy-to-install dining chair covers. Add color and beauty to your dining table with a real or faux floral centerpiece. The dining room is also a good place for upgraded curtains, which you might want to coordinate with an area rug.

Wallpaper is making a comeback, and it’s a great way to add elegance to a dining room. Other wall details, such as wainscoting and chair rail moulding, can give the room a cohesive and finished look. And don’t forget to display any heirloom pieces or other elegant chinaware you own.

Even if you don’t have high-end appliances and countertops, you can still create an expensive-looking kitchen. For instance, specialty paint can give your countertops the look of marble or another expensive material. You can also use specialty paint to enhance the appearance of your cabinets. Add a coordinating backsplash to tie it all together.

Replacing cabinet knobs and drawer pulls is another way to make your space more luxurious. If you have room in your budget, replace your cabinet doors. A stylish faucet can also be a focal point. Upgrading additional items, such as dispensers and storage containers, can also enhance the look of your kitchen.

Illuminate your space with a statement-making ceiling light, such as an elegant pendant light over your kitchen island. Greenery is also a welcome addition to a kitchen, so hang plants or grow herbs in attractive containers.

You don’t need to remodel your entire bathroom to get the look and feel of an upscale spa. New fixtures, such as faucets, shower heads and cabinet hardware, can add sophistication. Install sconces on either side of your vanity mirror, or if you have a high ceiling, hang a pendant light. Enrich the space with details such as stylish containers for your toiletries and decorative items like vases, candles and artwork. Find a decorative shower curtain and coordinating towels to tie your design together. Real plants and plant-inspired arts and crafts will also bring a spa feel to the room.

Take advantage of your powder room’s small size by splurging on fancy tile flooring, luxurious wallpaper and touches of gold décor to impress your guests.

Whether your bedroom is rustic, traditional or contemporary, there are simple ways to combine comfort with class. For instance, velvet curtains have an elegance to them, and an oversized upholstered headboard can also add glamour to the room. Install crown moulding to give the room a more finished look and add accent lighting to create a relaxing ambiance.

Smaller details include elegant bolster pillows for your bed, stylish bedside lamps and large decorative vases with faux botanicals.