Affordable ideas for your pad

Looking for ways to glam up your pad without breaking the bank? Here are some affordable design hacks that will spruce up nearly any space and help stretch your design dollars. 1. Look for portable design

Look for decor items you can swap in and swap out, whether it means being able to move a decor item from room to room as a refresh or to change out with the seasons. Bring in color and texture using affordable elements such as toss pillows.

2. Bring in affordable art

When it comes to art, even an inexpensive print can often make a bold statement, with the right image and frame.

3. Incorporate greenery

From succulents to artificial florals and blooms, greenery can help add both color and texture to nearly any space.

4. Let there be light

Light not only helps make spaces feel warm and cozy, it also can help add a touch of glam. Brass remains one of the hottest finishes right now. Looking for an interesting way to integrate lighting into your space? Consider a long pendant in an entryway, in a bedroom or over a bedside table.

5. Incorporate mirrors

Mirrors are less expensive than artwork. Looking for a way to be creative? Consider hanging artwork in a series or grid.

6. Sit in style

Consider affordable seating options such as a stool or bench instead of larger items such as a chair.

7. Add small but functional accents

This can range from a side table that creates a reading nook to a table lamp that adds much-needed light to a dark corner. Not sure what to choose? Consider a selection with modern, timeless lines.

8. Explore affordable neutral elements such as area rugs

Often area rugs add a certain finish to a space, and they don’t have to break the bank.

9. Create individual vignettes

Small, affordable but attractive items can look great and aesthetically appealing when placed in a grouping.

PHOTOS BY SCOTT GABRIEL MORRIS/TNS Artificial greenery adds a pop of color and texture to this living space.

Mirrors can often be a less expensive alternative to artwork.

Above: A bench creates a less expensive alternative to a chair. Left: Lighting placed over a bed creates a sense of drama.

Above: Accents such as toss pillows, books and blooms can serve as affordable accessories. Left: Affordable artwork adds both color and interest to this bedroom.