Design by Pauline Thomas / Photo by Shane Baker
Flooring is quite literally the foundation of any room.
It serves many functions in the home and helps set the stage for how you will design the space.
So what do you do if your home has ugly floors you cant replace?
Design by Pauline Thomas / Photo by Shane Baker
The same goes for narrow hallways or smaller roomsuse area rugs wherever possible.
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Use Oversized Furniture
Similarly, Alix suggests choosing oversized furniture to help distract from ugly flooring.
Think large sectionals, double-wide nightstands, oversized coffee tables, chunky ottomans, and more.
However, you should probably be cautious not to overcrowd the space.
The goal is to distract from the flooring, not clutter the area.
Keep it simple and choose larger pieces where appropriate for a clean and sophisticated look that catches the eye.
You arent limited to the ceilingthe walls are fair game, too.
So, what exactly is good lighting?
You want to avoid overly bright, cool-toned light, which can make a space feel sterile and uninviting.
Only having one light source (such as a harsh overhead fixture) can have the same effect.
The key is to be smart about where you use it.
Keep bold colors and textures above floor level to draw the eye up and away.
I had a client withterrazzoflooring that was all kinds of ick at first glance," she says.
