Most people would argue that the way a house is decorating is a direct reflection of the homeowner. If someone decorates their house with cold colors and stuffy furniture, the guests may get the impression that the person is cold and impersonal. However, if a house is warm and inviting, the guests will most likely have a better impression of the homeowner and view them as very welcoming. With this in mind, it is important that your house gives off the right impression to those that stop by and spend some time in your house. Simple decisions such as the color of the walls, the style of the furniture and the type of home hardware used can change the whole tone of a house.
One way to make your house warm and inviting is by choosing the right types of colors to paint your walls and accent the rooms with. You can create a warm, inviting feeling by painting the walls a neutral color such as pearl or beige. With these particular colors you can use different accent colors such as brown and red to create an inviting atmosphere. You can also set off the neutral colors by accenting the room with an area rug, picture frames and drawer pulls. In order to create the warm and inviting feeling you are looking for it is wise to stay away from bright and bold colors. These particular colors can be overwhelming to some individuals and guests.
Another inviting feature of a house is an open floor plan. Open floor plans are becoming more and more popular with newer houses. These particular floor plans allow for a lot of open space and air circulation. The kitchen runs into the dining room, which runs into the living room, creating an inviting and comfortable atmosphere with guests. For some individuals the kitchen is simply a place to cook a meal. However, other individuals see the kitchen as a place to entertain and an open floor plan makes this possible. Accenting a kitchen with French country cabinet knobs and soft neutral colors can create a welcome atmosphere to guests.
While most individuals aim to create a warm and open feeling to the living room, dining room and kitchen, there are other places in the house where you can incorporate an inviting feeling. The bathroom, for instance, is one room in the house that tends to be overlooked when it comes to entertaining, however this should not be the case. When guests are invited over to your houses chances are that they will eventually enter the bathroom. With this in mind, you can create a warm and inviting feeling to a bathroom by choosing the right colors and bathroom cabinet knobs.
Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference when you are choosing wall colors and furniture to decorate your house. However, you do want to keep in mind that your house is a reflection of you and your family. Make sure to add your own personality and style into each decorating element that way your guests will be welcomed no matter what.