Interior design entails more than just choosing furniture and colour schemes so that you can execute a certain artistic. When you’re the one in charge, it’s also an opportunity to express who you are and create spaces that truly reflect your unique story. Perhaps you want to impart more of yourself in your home or office design. These spaces can serve as canvases that each offer glimpses into your personality, history, and tastes.
If you take the time to weave personal touches into your interior design, you’ll be surprised not only at how functional you can make a space, but how deeply meaningful your experiences will be whenever you’re there. From organising a gallery wall to choosing colour palettes that will serve as the backdrop of your room, the team at our art shop DROOL has a good list of tips that will help you tell a more personal story about where you live or work through the space itself:
1) Incorporate Sentimental Items into the Design
One of the easiest ways to tell a tale about the life you live is by showcasing items that have sentimental value to you. These could include heirlooms, travel souvenirs, or art pieces with emotional significance. For example, a handcrafted vase from a memorable holiday or a family quilt passed down through generations can serve as an emotionally resonant focal point while also adding a layer of personal history to the space.
Placement is an important factor when incorporating sentimental items, as you want these decorations to both stand out and tie the room together. As such, think about how they can be displayed. You can use shadow boxes or floating shelves to display items that have been in your family for generations. If you have a collection of art prints and posters that, together, constitute a deeply personal story about your tastes or past experiences, you can use neon-coloured acrylic frames like the DROOL GLO Frame™ or modern glass cabinets to highlight your items while keeping them protected.
2) Use Colours That Speak to You
Colours have the power to evoke strong emotions and set the mood for a room. It’s no surprise that they’ll play a big role in the storytelling aspect of interior design. When choosing colours, go with a palette that resonates with your personality or holds personal significance to you. For instance, if blue reminds you of seaside holidays or green connects you to nature, incorporating these hues into one of your rooms’ interior design can evoke a sense of comfort and nostalgia.
Don’t shy away from experimenting with colour combinations that reflect your story. Perhaps you’re inspired by the vibrant shades you encountered during a cultural festival while on your travels, or perhaps you want to recreate the subtle tones of a cherished photograph. In that case, use these as the basis of your room’s colour palette. Whatever your preference, let your chosen colours speak to that part of you.
3) Display Artwork That Resonates with You
Art remains a powerful way to express one’s individuality and passions, especially in their own living space. Do you have a favourite painting or a local artist whose work you like? Or are you collecting art prints and posters from DROOL to decorate your home and support emerging creatives? Perhaps you’re an artist yourself and you have artworks that you want to showcase in your interiors.
No matter the case, you can use your cherished works of art to add personality and flavour to your room. The use of framed posters, sculptures, and other artworks will easily add depth and character to a space and turn your gallery walls and floors into a good reflection of your artistic tastes.
4) Mix Old Materials and Components with New Ones
Why not combine old and new elements in your design to achieve a dynamic and layered space that tells a rich story about your love for both the past and the present? Say you’ve inherited some vintage furniture or antique accessories. These items can be paired beautifully with modern pieces towards helping you design a room full of character.
For example, a contemporary sofa can be complemented by a vintage coffee table, and a sleek Nordic-style desk can be accented with a retro lamp. This mix will not only evoke visual interest, but also highlight your appreciation for both tradition and innovation.
5) Choose Materials with Meaning
The materials you use in your interior design can also reflect your personal story. Think about textures and finishes that speak to you for one reason or another. Let’s say you have a soft spot for materials from nature. In this case, consider incorporating furniture or decor items that make use of natural materials like wood, stone, or rattan into your space. If you’re drawn to industrial aesthetics, metals and concrete might be more your style.
Additionally, you could select materials that connect to specific memories or experiences. Reclaimed wood from a family home or tiles that remind you of a favourite destination will add new layers of meaning to your space.
6) Customise Your Furniture and Decor
Customisation is a fantastic way to make your interior design uniquely yours. Do you have monogrammed cushions or bespoke furniture pieces, for instance? These personalised touches will make your space truly one-of-a-kind.
Alternatively, you can commission a local craftsman to make a piece that reflects your style and story. A custom dining table carved with a special design or a chair upholstered in a fabric that has personal significance may soon become a treasured feature of your home or office.
7) Create a Space for Hobbies and Passions
A room or a corner dedicated to your hobbies or passions can say a lot about who you are. If you’re an avid reader, for example, it would be a good idea to set up your own reading nook. If crafting is more your cup of tea, then a crafting station in the room can showcase what you love and enjoy. Decorate this area with items that inspire you—books, instruments, or tools of your trade. Make it your goal to set up a space that not only looks great, but also brings joy and fulfilment.
These tips should help you can transform your home or office into less of a generic space and more a place that reflects who you are and what you’re all about. If you’re in need of art prints and posters that will help you realise that goal, check out our collection at DROOL and find works of art that match your vibe.
We also have frames that you can use to display your favourite pieces. Check out our store today to discover new works and discounted posters and prints.
