Congratulations on your new home in Albuquerque! Moving presents an opportunity to holistically design your home's interior. Mismatched decor can make a home feel disjointed, like people talking past each other. Follow these tips to smoothly transition your furnishings during your move.

Planning

The first step is to survey the territory:

  • List any furniture or decorative elements (like rugs or framed art) you are keeping from your prior home.
  • Consider design aspects you can choose, like wall color, textures and lighting. Also take into account existing aspects that will impact your planning.

If you have a treasured family heirloom that will be moving with you to your new home, consider how your future furniture purchases can complement it. Take a moment to reflect on why this heirloom is meaningful to you. If it no longer sparks joy, feel free to pass it on to someone who will cherish it.

Preparing

Before painting, consider the furniture and overall interior design. For example, if you plan on a bold red sofa, choose neutral wall colors to let it stand out. Making paint choices too early may clash with furniture and decor you add later. It's best to finalize the furniture first, then select wall colors that complement the furnishings and create harmony.

When refinishing wood floors, consider how the floor and molding colors will visually interact with the rest of the interior design.

Prioritizing

Though acquiring all your furniture before moving in may not be feasible, prioritize purchases based on your family's needs. If you have children, buying a dining table and chairs should be a top priority, as this gathering spot can help the new house feel like home right away. Let the kids have input on decorating their rooms too - giving them a say can ease their transition.

For couples without children, having a picnic on the floor can be an exciting adventure at first. Furnishing the bedroom might also be a top priority during the initial weeks in a new home.

Purchasing

Consider furnishing each room with major pieces from the same designer's collection, as they are designed to coordinate. Once you find a piece you love, explore other offerings from that line to build a cohesive look.

Rather than mere gimmicks capitalizing on a celebrity's name, celebrity furniture brands are carefully designed to evoke the mood and emotion most linked to that star. A great deal of work goes into creating a cohesive, evocative style for the entire line.

Getting Help

Rather than hiring an interior decorator, you can find free online tutorials on interior decorating and design that provide helpful guidance.

Your new Albuquerque home is just waiting for your vision and the opportunity to create your own world. Take your time and don't make rash decisions. Making the right choices now will help you create a home that will be your refuge for years to come.

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