While small spaces pose a design challenge in terms of creative use of minimal spaces, large houses on the other hand also challenge homeowners with a surplus of space and how to use it smartly without ending up with a gaudy interior design look.
If you live in a house that has high ceilings and generous floor area, we share five interior design ideas that you should try.
Create continuity between your living room and backyard
While we try to create clear demarcations between our indoor spaces and outdoor spaces, with a large house, you have the opportunity to create a seamless flow between your home and your backyard.
This is an especially good interior design idea for bringing the outdoors in. Show off the landscaping, pool area, or a breathtaking view in your backyard by connecting it with your living area via large glass doors that create the illusion of continuity, while also bringing in lots of natural light.
Place a lounge area in your bedroom
In a a large bedroom, you can certainly have a dedicated area for lounging. Think of it as a small living space where you can read, relax, or even entertain house guests.
Take a cue from luxury hotel rooms that implement the same design idea in a suite. Next to the bedroom is typically a study as well as a sofa. Follow smart design principles in copping a suite- like atmosphere in the bedroom by anchoring each space. For example, organize the seating area around a rug, while overhead lighting can be placed at the study.
Explore an open plan layout
It may seem intuitive to create several rooms in a large house but you can further highlight an expanse of floor area by implementing an open play layout. Not to mention, this creates a bright and airy interior design look and feel with lots of light coming in. An ope layout also calls attention to details such as a high ceiling. One example of a good open plan layout is to have the kitchen next to the dining area.
Add playfulness to your office with a gallery wall
Finally, a large home office can serve not only as your remote working space but as the backdrop for an art collection. If your office—or any room in your large house for that matter— has an unused wall, why not use it for a gallery or a triptych of art? Or mix it up with a combination of framed art and a floor sculptures on the floor for a vignette that is sure to start a conversation.
Thinking of adding art to your home’s interior design? Contact Jas Ancheta Interiors for expert advice on how to find and curate works that resonate with you. Visit www.jasanchetainteriors.com to learn more.