7 Home Design Upgrades that Won't Break the Bank

If you feel like your home is in a design funk, maybe all you need is to try something new. Before you start making dreams of an expensive new kitchen or a renovation, please note that making your home seem like new doesn't have to be expensive or complicated.

Sometimes the only thing a home needs is a little face-lift in order to bring in a sense of renewal. With some simple upgrades, you can have a brand new stylish design for little to no money.

Rearrange the furniture.
Sometimes the only thing a room needs in order to escape the doldrums of routine is a little rearranging of furniture. Spend a weekend seeing how you can rearrange the furniture in a room and watch how quickly the room's ambiance changes.

Bring in some new accent colors.
A great way to bring in a facelift to the home is by bringing in some new color. The best part is that bringing in some color doesn't have to be as drastic as picking out new wall colors. Instead, bring in some new accent colors with pillows, fabrics, and other accessories.

Embrace minimalism.
Minimalism is in this year as home are becoming less cluttered and simpler. Many designers are preaching the wonders of a minimalist home as they are said to bring peace and happiness. It also provides for simpler cleaning. You can find great guides for a minimalist home by checking out Zen Habits .

Bring nature in.
Bringing in small plants is a great way to bring nature into the home.There are also a multitude of plants that thrive indoors and serve as natural air purifiers for the home.For a complete database of indoor plants and care instructions visit PlantCare.com .

Organize.
Organizing all the stuff you have in a room can make a huge difference in terms of design and mood. If you don't know where to start you can definitely check out The Container Store. They have beautiful and functional organization tools for the home office, the closet, and anything in between.

Try new curtains.
New curtains are a great and inexpensive way to bring a new dynamic to a room. You can check out the inexpensive curtains available at Wal-Mart or learn to make your own.

Re-purpose old cushions.
By using pieces of fabric, pillow cases, and even sweaters, you can make stylish cushion coverings for old furniture. This is also a great and cost effective way to give Mother Nature a hand. You can find wonderful guides for making cushions out of anything at Crafting a Green World .

Making simple design upgrades are a great way to give your home a new feel without breaking the bank. Try some of these projects and watch how quickly a dull home turns into a masterpiece.

Sources:
The New Homemaker
Zen Habits
PlantCare.com
Crafting a Green World