Architecture

Freelancing is fast picking up pace as the new platform for designers, artists, illustrators and architects to earn money. With numerous platforms available online, it has never been easier to start your freelancing career. You could be an amateur fresh out of college or an experienced person looking to work independently in the comfort of your house-freelancing gives you the ultimate freedom to use your skill and earn a living.
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But before you start, there are a few things you should keep in mind. Read below and get ready to enter the world of freelance architecture-:
<h2>Find your Niche- Expertise and Specialization</h2>
There is a huge diversity of freelance work available online; from the remodeling of a restaurant to designing of food trucks and furniture. That does not mean you get greedy and try to apply for all the freelance work! There is a high possibility that you might get rejected. Many times, people look for freelancers who are an expert in a particular field. So if you're good at residential architecture, specify it. That will earn you brownie points. If you have added skills like 3D floor plans, rendering or furniture details, specify that too!
You must read <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2734-brilliant-tips-make-professional-architecture-portfolio" target="_self">Brilliant Tips to make a Professional Architecture Portfolio</a>
<h2>Research- Stay up to date</h2>
Never stop researching. Designing is a fast-paced field. There are constant product launches. When you freelance, it is important to stay up to date with the latest trends and materials because there is a chance that the person offering you work would have done a little background research and might want a new material that has been recently launched in the market.
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<h2>Where to Freelance your Work</h2>
Getting your first freelance project can be tricky. This has been made a whole lot simpler by various online platforms like houzz, upwork, etc. These platforms connect freelancers to the buyer without any hassles. They are mostly similar in functioning with a few differences here and there. Find out for yourself which one works the best for you. My favorite freelancing websites are upwork, cocontest, fiverr, houzz, guru and peopleperhour.
You must check out <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2919-how-effective-social-media-get-more-architecture-business" target="_self">How Effective Is Social Media to Get More Architecture Business?</a>
<h2>Creating Profiles on Online Platforms</h2>
All online freelancing platforms require you to make a profile. This is the main factor that will help you get your initial projects. Make a complete profile with your profile image. Add your portfolio or previous works so that it is easier for people to know your skillset and choose you. Some of these websites also have an option of adding your Behance or Linkedin URL. Remember to put all honest information about your work and skills because it might put you in a bad light if you are found with inferior skills and the person might rate your skills poorly.
Here is a complete package of the <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2911-top-10-social-media-tips-boost-your-architecture-business" target="_self">Top 10 Social Media Tips to Boost Your Architecture Business</a>
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<h2>Quality is the Key- Let your Work Talk</h2>
The quality of your work is the deciding factor to the growth of your freelancing work. It is initially difficult to get the first project. But once you get that, then your freelancing work kicks off. This, of course, depends on how well you did your previous work. Recommendations from your client boost your profile and help to increase traffic to your profile.
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<h2>Spread the Word!</h2>
The age-old miracle of getting more work! Tell everyone that you're freelancing. On the online platform as well as otherwise. Twitter, Facebook and Instagram are common platforms used to advertise such skills. Make your pages highlighting your previous work and give your contact details too! Blogging is another powerful tool to advertise your skills.
This is a must-read <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2733-top-10-skill-set-every-architect-must-have" target="_self">Top 10 Skill Set Every Architect Must have</a>
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Also, check out <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2203-how-do-you-evaluate-market-value-freelancer" target="_self">How do you Evaluate the Market Value of a Freelance Architect</a>
and <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2241-how-kickstart-your-architecture-profession" target="_self">How To Kickstart Your Architecture Profession?</a>

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Freelancing is fast picking up pace as the new platform for designers, artists, illustrators and architects to earn money. With numerous platforms available

How to Become a Freelancer Architect

As <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2757-life-architectures-student" target="_self">architecture students</a>, the portfolio is the most important thing for us. It defines us and puts us forward in the industry. It plays a crucial role in determining the type of architecture office we will get to work with in future. Since each architecture office practices a different and unique design methodology, they look for specific things in the architecture portfolio of the applicants. However, there are certain things everyone should keep in mind while making their portfolio. Take a read, and know which ones you are missing out on!
<h2>1. Resume and Portfolio should be together</h2>
They’re like a team. Cv gives a brief glimpse of what you’ve done and lists your skills, but it is the portfolio that is the game changer. It not only highlights your skill but gives you an edge over other applicants. It is a reflection of your creative genius.
Do check out <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2980-8-impressive-tips-make-cv-architecture-student" target="_self">8 Impressive Tips to make </a><a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2980-8-impressive-tips-make-cv-architecture-student" target="_self">CV</a><a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2980-8-impressive-tips-make-cv-architecture-student" target="_self"> for an Architecture Student</a>
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<h2>2. Format and Presentation</h2>
Finalize on one format and keep it consistent throughout the portfolio. It is very important to make your portfolio look like one compact booklet rather than a scattered collection of projects - visual composition is the key. But make sure not to overload it, simplicity is the key here. Strike a balance between images and information - it should be precise but not incomplete.
Here are some tips to <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2803-brilliant-skill-set-make-architectural-presentation" target="_self">make an impressive </a><a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2803-brilliant-skill-set-make-architectural-presentation" target="_self">presentation</a>
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<h2>3. Content is a King</h2>
A portfolio is a compilation of the best works you have done till late. It is of utmost importance that you put those projects which highlight your skills. Your projects should be divided and categorized broadly under the following categories: academic work, professional work and personal work (in that order).
Here are some more <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2734-brilliant-tips-make-professional-architecture-portfolio" target="_self">Brilliant Tips to make a Professional Architecture Portfolio</a>
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<h2>4. Details</h2>
We have to show not only our creativity but also our understanding of technical/construction drawings in the portfolio. However, one needs to be very careful while compiling the technical drawings in the portfolio. Never submit all the drawings as it will eat up a lot of space in your project, and might make the portfolio boring. The key is to present the drawings so that the other person gets a general idea about your project.
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<h2>5. Keep it to the Point</h2>
Nobody has time to read and go through everything that you have done. Quantity is not the guiding factor, so you should try to keep your portfolio in the range of 20-40 pages. I know everyone has fantastic work and they all want to show it, but this often backfires. The offices receive a dozen of portfolios daily, they will initially just browse through it and if they find something interesting then they will get on to the details. Large portfolios are often never looked at completely, the reason being that they have to browse a huge number of portfolios in a day. That is why it is important to keep your best projects in the initial pages of the portfolio.
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<h2>6. Customize your Portfolio</h2>
We all have a dream office! Many offices have a distinct architectural style and specialize in a certain branch of architecture. After shortlisting the offices that you want to apply to, you should modify your projects accordingly. It is advisable not to send the same projects to all the offices. That does not mean you need to make a different portfolio altogether. You could just tweak your portfolio syncing it to the architecture office’s style. Let’s say if you are applying in an architecture office that follows parametric architecture, you should include more projects based on parametric form and designing. This makes you a better candidate at that office.
You must read this <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2094-should-you-really-build-multiple-architecture-portfolios" target="_self">Should you Really Build Multiple Architecture Portfolios</a>
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<h2>7. Be Honest</h2>
Be truthful about your projects and the contributions you have made in each project compiled in your portfolio. Projects are usually a teamwork, highlighting the work done by you will show your actual experience. Also, never ever lie about your projects. Putting someone else’s projects is the biggest mistake one can make, and it also VERY unprofessional. Even if your portfolio passes through the initial screening, you might get make a mistake during the personal interview when asked about the projects. And somehow, if it gets past that, they might expect a lot more from you than you are capable of based on your portfolio. In case they find out, it can tarnish your reputation in the industry. It is better to be yourself and just be honest.
Lastly, Take a read to this article, If you have given a second thought to your career for<a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2713-how-become-freelancer-architect" target="_self"> becoming a Freelance Architect</a>!!

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As <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2757-life-architectures-student" target="_blank">architecture students</a>, the portfolio is the most

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The sun never knew how great it was until it hit the side of a building
I really cannot find a word that can sum up architecture, but the line quoted above by LI Kahn is close to what architecture really is! It is diverse yet specific, monumental yet compact, personal yet global and most importantly it is surrounding everyone!
I could list innumerable reasons why architecture is an amazing profession, but I’m going to narrow it down to my top 10. As you go along reading this article you will realize that architecture as a field touches many other areas and is intricately woven into the social fabric of the society. So, it will tap into a lot of qualities that you possess rather than just one as it is an amalgamation of sorts.
<h2>Passion for buildings and spaces</h2>
Winston Churchill said a very powerful line in his speech once, “We shape our buildings, and afterward, they shape us.” As architects, we play a major role in shaping cities at both micro and macro level. If you are influenced by the ever-changing environment and want to play a role in steering it towards a healthier and sustainable future, then your future is here.
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<h2>Link between people and culture</h2>
Every space has a unique quality and is a reflection of people who occupy it and their culture. Architecture is affected by the continuous interaction of people, religion, economy, cultural beliefs climate and geographies. Understanding these factors improves the quality and functionality of architecture around us.
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<h2>It gives you choice to be an expert or know a little bit of everything</h2>
There is so much in architecture, one could never learn it all. Naturally, a lot of architects prefer to specialize in a field that appeals to them- it could be sustainability, planning, vernacular architecture, heritage conservation or facade designing among many others. Due to the nature of the profession, architects also happen to know a little bit of everything. This is because the construction of a building is a team effort, and you are dealing with a variety of people from various fields.
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<h2>It all lies in the details</h2>
Architects are very detail oriented. They would stop and look at buildings, appreciate minute details that a person from another profession would probably not realize. Each new project has a plethora of possibilities. It would involve extensive research, new technologies and their understanding. And this would start a day full of detailing and designing to the very last element.
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<h2>The satisfaction to see your work</h2>
One of the best parts of being an architect is that you actually get to see the fruits of your labor. The continuous work months, meetings, end moment changes and hectic schedules finally pay off to an amazing built structure. Designing is a very exhilarating process, no doubt, but it is only a part of the architecture. Designing is followed by on-site construction activities, after which we finally see the building. The architecture industry has a wide array of professionals with very unique and individualistic creativity. This is reflected in the different types of buildings we find around us.
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<h2>Creative designing and constant evolving</h2>
We get the freedom to design, showcase our creativity. But just to clear out a myth, we are not artists; Architects have to look into a lot of technical details, building technology, and on-site construction activities. The limits in designing are endless, and that is what makes it exciting. There is no fixed route one has to take to find a solution to a problem. Every solution is unique and has its own possibilities. During the designing process architects are never rigid and keep a flexible mind to find the best possible solution. That is why designing is considered an evolving process. There is always scope for improvement!
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<h2>Social and environmental impact</h2>
Architecture is significant in our daily lives and has an inherent ability to touch everybody’s lives because of the way it is integrated into the social and economic fabric of the society. The dynamics in architecture are constantly changing, this is because of the ever-changing nature of the society and because of it the environment. Architecture can greatly improve the quality of life, and make way for a better world for the coming generation.
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<h2>Architects are respected</h2>
Architects are often held in high esteem by the society. This is because of the nature of their work, which has shaped cities, improved socio-economic and environmental conditions, and steered us towards a better living. For a long time, architecture has achieved near-universal recognition as a noble pursuit and continues to do so now.
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<h2>Architecture becomes a part of your life</h2>
It has been rightly said that architecture becomes a lifestyle and not just a profession. Unconsciously also, architects often tend to think about spaces, built structures, lighting and similar things. It is almost all the time. We look for architecture in everything, from movies, books, to advertisement even at weddings- literally everywhere.
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<h2>Career longevity</h2>
I have never heard of an architect retire. Most of the Renowned architects are still involved in their firms post the age of retirement, it could be Raj Rewal, BV Doshi or Norman Foster to name a few. Architects just get better with experience and that is probably why they practice for as long as they are able to.
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The sun never knew how great it was until it hit the side of a building

I really cannot find a word that can sum up architecture,

Why should you be an Architect

With softwares like Autocad, Sketchup, Rhino, etc becoming increasingly popular with architecture professionals and students both, we often wonder if sketching is still important? Or has it been shelved into the great architecture archives? Times are changing, and that too very fast. With these changing times, there is a dynamic change in architecture. With advanced softwares and BIM catching up the construction industry, it is assumed that there is a very little requirement for sketching. But is it that really the case?
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As an architect, the ability to sketch is important. And before, the students who are not really good at sketching freak out, let me clarify. Sketching is not an inherent talent as we believe so. It is a skill, and like any other skill, it can be greatly improved by practice. drawing Imperfections and skewered lines of ink on paper showcase the way architects perceive their surroundings. this habit goes a long way in developing a design style. There are a lot of people who sketch ideas wherever it hits them, haphazard lines sketched on napkins or the last pages of a notebook. Such people rely on this technique as a medium of combining thought and reality. Sketching is not always in imitation of the reality, many times it is a reflection of your thought process. Sketching in itself is a quiet revelation. As the final sketch takes shape, it gives us bits and pieces of information through detailing, the way certain elements are hidden whereas others are highlighted and the roleplay of light in the space.
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Sketching in architecture is often used to express an Idea and clarify the intent of the design. In the initial designing stages when the concept is being conceived sketching plays a crucial role. Sketching helps to catalogue ideas in an efficient manner. You don't need to have an artistic level of sketching, but the sketching process should serve the role of helping you solve the problem graphically.
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At architecture schools, we are often told to sketch our schematic designs. Because this helps in exploring the various problems we encounter as part of an academic design problem. It is beneficial to sketch just about anything- plans, elevations, sections and perspectives, just leave the construction drawings. The constant scribbling unifies the design flow of the project as a whole. Sketching can serve as a base point from which the complex drawing can be made using softwares.
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Softwares are incredible! They have reduced our time to work on a project and improved the quality and quantity of work. But sketching is a must for architects. I agree it is a time-consuming process, but it makes a person wait for a while and think about what they are doing. That is the beauty of a creative process- every line you draw to get your though on the paper is unique in its own way and can someday be instrumental in shaping the world around you! So take out your pens and papers, and sketch away!
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With softwares like Autocad, Sketchup, Rhino, etc becoming increasingly popular with architecture professionals and students both, we often wonder if

Importance of Sketching for Architects

Design Ideas

Everyone would love to have the<a href="https://www.planndesign.com/blogs/living-room" target="_self"> beautiful living rooms</a> that gets featured in magazines. We often look at those images and think if it is possible to make our own living room look like that?! I'm here to tell you that you can! Two identical rooms can look totally different depending on how they are treating. It usually depends on a few critical aspects like lighting, colours, furniture layouting. Even certain prints and patterns can make or break your living room. Read below my five easy<a href="https://www.planndesign.com/blogs/home-decor" target="_self"> home decor </a>hacks to make your space look bigger and better than before!
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<h2>Color - Living Room Designs</h2>
Let's face it, color is a major game changer in how our living room or for the matter any room is going to lol like. Without doubt, lighter colors add more space to any room. That's a standard rule, and you can for shades of whites, off whites, mild yellow and similar lighter colors without getting worried. But if that sounds to dull for you, you can try artistic <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2360-glamorize-your-walls-eye-catching-wallpaper" target="_self">wallpapers</a> in lighter colours. They beautifully light up your room and a unique aura to it. Since they look like stand alone piece of art, you can avoid excessive decor items. If you're a big fan of darker colors like blues, green ( which by the way is the major trend predicted for 2018!) or reds- you should try to incorporate light The arrangement furniture and decor accessories to balance out. Avoid heavy patterns in furnishings.
Also, read <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2785-beautiful-colour-trends-summer-2018" target="_self">Beautiful Colour Trends Of Summer 2018</a>
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<h2>Light - Living Room Light Fixtures</h2>
Light can do wonders to your room. It can instantly brighten up your area and make it seem bigger. A well-lit space has an “airy quality” about it. Make sure to highlight the windows in your living room. You would often find clean glass and minimalistic styled windows without any heavy frame or ornamentations. Never use a affects glass for your windows as it can lend a dull ambience to the interiors. Mirrors are also an interesting way to light up your room as they reflect light, they can be used if you do not have large windows. You can try using a mirror on a central wall so that it adds as a decor piece for the wall as well as light, or you can try for small framed mirror pieces and put them in a pattern to create a big one. This depends on the room size and other <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2462-contemporary-home-decor-accessories-revamp-your-interiors" target="_self">home decor accessories</a>. But try not to over-do mirrors as excessive light can be uncomfortable.
Also, read <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2737-art-accessorizing-interiors" target="_self">The Art of Accessorizing in Interiors</a>
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<h2>Living Room Furniture</h2>
Minimalistic furniture is the key to making your space seem bigger. Their simple clean lines add a clutter free sense to any space. However, if you like classic furniture like baroque style lounge chairs, then be careful with the other decor items. Or try to mix and match a few styles in a subtle way instead of buying everything highly ornate with detailing. Chose one piece that can serve as a focal point, and add other furniture items accordingly. One important to consider is to install wall mounted furniture. Wall mounted shelves or <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2894-awesomely-designed-tv-units-steal-show-any-living-room" target="_self">T.V unit</a> will give you more space as compared to free-standing ones.
Download <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/collection/2299-designer-tv-unit-detail" target="_self">Designer TV Unit Detail</a>
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<h2>Indoor Plants</h2>
A few potted plants kept at strategic points in sync with the layout of your area can instantly make your area look less congested. Avoid big leafy plants or too many plants at a stretch. Go for small potted plants in pairs. Preferably indoor plants include spider plants, aloe vera, rubber plants, etc. They can be used with a free standing wall to add an element of interest or in a corner. Depending upon the area where you are planning to put the plant, you will have to decide the type- whether space would benefit with a big leaf short plant, or a tall thin leaf plant, etc. Also, pay attention to the colour of the leaf, a dark green leaf plant will look amazing with a white background wall. Try to aim for such combinations. But also keep in mind the complete image of your living room, everything should complement each other. Even the plants!
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<h2>Living Room layout</h2>
Arrangement of items in the room affect the quality of the space. To make a space seem bigger, avoid any heavy furniture at the entrance to the room. How a person perceives space from the entrance of the room matters a great deal. Take down any unnecessary wall in the room, try to incorporate dining spaces or kitchen with the living room. An open plan always makes any area look spacious. You do not need to make major changes for this. Even removing unnecessary doors can make a space look bigger. Try to make the same pattern flow in your living area towards the adjacent area. Seamless wall patterns and floor finishes can also play a role in ”opening up” the space!
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Lastly, take a read of the most important <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3142-9-small-living-room-decorating-ideas-make-most-your-space" target="_self">9 Small Living Room Decorating Ideas to Make the Most of your Space</a>
And an example of one such video uploaded on our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/PlannDesign" target="_self">Youtube channel</a>

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If you own a small living space, most probably you will be looking out for ways to maximize the space by the use of right design tricks. And in this article, you will get know about such 5 hacks that would make the living room more spacious than it actually appears to be!


5 Easy Hacks To Make Your Living Room Bigger AND Better!

Bathroom

We rarely do experiment <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3068-things-you-must-know-while-planning-modern-bathroom" target="_self">while planning a modern bathroom</a>! We might go for the <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2926-5-romantic-bathtub-designs-and-bathroom-luxury-ideas" target="_self">unique romantic bathtub designs</a> or a really cool rainforest shower head, but color? That too in the bathroom? NO.
We stick to the same old whites or off-whites or beiges or very light tints of other colors. When there is a huge color palette available why stick to the same old? Read our favorite hacks below to get the right color pop in your bathroom.
<h2>THE COLORFUL BATHROOMS - THE PERFECT COLOR</h2>
Since it is ALL about the perfect color, you need to choose your color wisely. And it is always recommended to not overdo with colors. You want to give a cobalt blue tinge to the bathroom because you happen to love Santorini - that is perfect. But don’t do everything in cobalt blue. That is just going to make your bathroom look shabby. The idea is to find the perfect balance. How do we do that? Well choose from the options below
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<h2>HIGHLIGHT THE WALL WITH COLORFUL BATHROOM TILE</h2>
The highlight wall simply refers to the one wall that is highlighted, while the others are kept relatively solid and plain. A contrast scheme is preferred here. So you can go with your favorite cobalt blue on one wall (that you need to decide, preferably the main wall where the bathing area is or the longest wall. Avoid the wall with a window opening) and keep the rest of the walls a solid white. It is going to look beautifully elegant and give you the classic Santorini feel. To complete the look, make sure to <a href="http://www.planndesign.com/articles/2975-guide-choosing-bathroom-countertops" target="_self">choose amazing bathroom countertops</a> along with splendid sinks.
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If you’re a fan of a solid color and don’t want to go in for more than one color. Then choose an accentuated wall with texture or rough finish. There is a huge variety of <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3128-tile-ideas-give-refreshing-look-your-bathroom" target="_self">bathroom wall tile ideas available to give the bathroom a refreshing look</a>, even with 3d surfaces. But remember it on just ONE wall. Keeping all your walls grey and having the main wall in accentuated grey can really add a minimalistic feel to the bathroom.
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<h2>SANITARY FIXTURES</h2>
They can do a lot more than just be functional! Most of us see sanitary fixtures ranging from whites to off-whites and that is what we use. But the times are changing. Although I am not a fan of the colored water closets, I think washbasins are a different story altogether. Various sanitary brands have launched washbasins in various beautiful colors with highly ornate designs in them. With the right slab choice and mirror frame, they can brighten up your bathroom as never before! Even the inclusion of <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2800-bathrooms-stunning-vanity-and-bathtub-you-will-instantly-fall" target="_self">stunning bathtub and vanity will make the bathroom look fab</a>.
Make your bathroom more stylish with <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3139-8-small-and-functional-bathroom-design-ideas-your-private-heaven" target="_self">8 Small and Functional Bathroom Design Ideas for your Private Heaven</a>
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<h2>BATHROOM ACCENT MIRRORS</h2>
“Mirror mirror on the wall, can you really do something to make my bathroom look better?” Of course, they can! I find mirrors to be the easiest thing to play around with when <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3080-8-affordable-ways-turn-your-bathroom-spa" target="_self">renovating your bathroom in an affordable way</a>, especially if you don’t want to do any major changes. Drop the standard rectangular - wood framed mirrors and go quirky with new shapes. You can go with mosaic frame in multiple colors or a particular color variation with irregular or combination of shapes. Or an easier DIY to paint the frames in patterns.
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<h2>BATHROOM ACCESSORIES</h2>
Plants in ceramic, glass or terracotta vases/pots can make a dull bathroom look interesting. Climbers can also be used, but you need to be very clear about the location. If you have a large slab then plants look great there. A separate vanity unit or a window sill is also a preferred location. But try to avoid too many or it can look cluttered. While considering the type of plants, avoid the ones with foliage because they will dirty your bathroom and require a lot of maintenance. If you're into a low maintenance, artificial plants can also be an option.
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<h2>COLORFUL BATHROOM FLOOR TILE</h2>
Yes! Flooring gives an instant lift to the bathroom. If you’re not a big fan of bold colors, try pastels in geometric prints for flooring. A solid colored flooring works well too, but you need to consider the size of the bathroom. Very dark colors of flooring can make the bathroom seem smaller. Browse through a huge array of patterned tiles in beautiful colors to know what is the best for you!
Also, take a read of quirky <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3145-tiles-talk-pros-and-cons-different-tiles" target="_self">Tiles Talk- Pros and Cons of different Tiles</a>
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The colors that favor bathrooms range from dark browns to grey to greens. The rest can also be considered but they require a lot of thinking. Neon yellows can be done with accessories keeping everything else in the bathroom white. Red is another hot favorite and looks the best behind the mirror or the wall on which light walls.
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The bottom line with bathroom design is that it should look clean, ALL THE TIME. The aesthetics and planning should be done accordingly. Always aim for simple and elegant finishes, although I strongly urge you to experiment to find the perfect balance. But remember not to overdo or clutter, because that can later cause problems during cleaning or while using the bathroom.
Lastly, take a read of the dilemma about <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2976-bathtub-vs-shower-which-perfect-your-bathroom" target="_self">Bathtub vs. Shower, Which is Perfect for Your Bathroom?</a>
And an example of one such video uploaded on our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/PlannDesign" target="_self">Youtube channel</a>

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It is a known fact that colors can make any space pop. So why not ditch the whites in the bathroom and try something different with the tips and tricks shared by the expert here!


Tips to Add Color in your Bathroom

What do you like to be surrounded with?
<blockquote>Blingy? Dramatic? Eclectic? Bizarre? Elegant? Bright? or just pristine calm?</blockquote>
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Well, We surely cannot bring it to you but can tell you how you can get that around your house. Colours play that vital role in our lives which we often overlook. If you like any of the moods mentioned above, you should know how to get that vibe in your personal space. But before we jump on to that let's have a look at what colours actually do to space.
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We all know what colours are like really even the tiny tots can answer that. But do you also know that every colour has its own characteristics? That is why there is a popular saying that a colour can make or break your room. You cannot put bright red in a study room. NO, it just won’t do. But you can definitely try that for your living room, maybe pair it up with a contrasting colour for your bathroom! The possibilities are endless. Below you will find the positives and negatives of different colours
COLOUR
POSITIVE
NEGATIVE
WHITE
Clean, innocent, fresh, pure, soft, goodness
Emptiness, pristine, isolation
RED
Power, strength, love, energy, warmth, desire
Warning, danger, anger
GREEN
Growth, heal, natural, freshness, environment
Jealousy, guilt. envy
BLUE
Professional, security, integrity, loyalty, trust
Coldness, masculinity, fear
BLACK
Luxury, sophistication, prestige, elegance, classy
Mystery, evil, death
ORANGE
Social, fun, confidence, success, courage, optimism
Sluggishness, ignorance
YELLOW
Creativity, light, motivation, happy, intellectual
Unstable, irresponsible
PINK
Tranquil, nurture, sensitive, love, happy, happy
Immaturity, weak, feminity
There is a huge colour spectrum, but We have tried to cover the most basic ones. Various shades of the colours can be used, and each shade will create a different vibe. Also, keep in mind the light following on the colour
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The colours can be used in a variety of ways- in combinations or stand alone. You must have seen the colour wheel. It showcases the entire colour spectrum, and also the different relationships between colours.
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<li>Complimentary Colours: Like the name suggests, these colours compliment each other well and when used together they create a vibrant atmosphere. Take the colour wheel, the colours that are opposite to each other compliment each other. For example, consider red, opposite red you will see green on the colour wheel. So, the red and green combination will create a bright vibe. But do not go blindly with the colour combination. You need to consider other spatial aspects also along with the choice of colours.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Analogous Colours: They are of the same family. Colours that are next to each other are analogous colours and such combination is used to create a visual harmony. Taking red on the colour wheel, you will notice orange and yellow next to it.</li>
<li>Triadic colours: these colours form a triangle on the colour wheel. This colour scheme is tricky to use since it has three very vibrant colours. Try to keep only one colour as dominant and use lighter shades of the other colours.</li>
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Once you get an idea about the ways colours can be used, try to decide on a mood. Hot red with gold can create a beautiful oriental vibe in your area, whereas soft pink and blue can be used together to create a soft and comforting environment for a baby’s nursery. Colours can actually create a whole new visual delight if used in the perfect way. Just the right hue, shade and balance can do miracles to your room.
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You need to first visualize what is the exact vibe that you're looking for, and then shortlist your colour accordingly! Go crazy with creating various combinations. A lot of paint stores, give you a sample of paint so that you know how exactly the colour will look. Remember it is not always about the trends that are going hot in the market but most importantly about your personal sense of space. If orange is your happy colour, then paint your walls orange! Colours that you use around are a true reflection of your personality and it is important that they make you comfortable. So, use them to your advantage!

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Blingy? Dramatic? Eclectic? Bizarre? Elegant? Bright? or just pristine

Importance Of Colours In Interiors

Bedroom

Spring is already here, with all its vibrancy and colour! This is the time to celebrate the new season with a new makeover of your personal space. Bedrooms are usually never updated as often as the living rooms, mainly because people don’t like to experiment with their bedrooms. But let that not be the case this season! We are going to kick ass this new season with a pop of green in the bedroom decor. Yes! GREEN is the colour hitting this season like crazy. You can work with any shade ranging from lime greens to emeralds. It is all the rage, particularly the darker shades of green. Before i cover up the ways in which we can do that, keep in mind the size of your room, the light and the existing layout! They are crucial points and will play an important role in deciding the colour of the room along with decor items.
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<h2>Walls</h2>
The best way to create an impact is to highlight the walls. Instead of colouring all the walls, go for a highlight wall. You can work on this wall in exciting ways. There’s texture paint, wallpapers, and wall tiles. They can be used in a solid shade or two tones, but giving a bit of depth to the wall really creates the drama. There are a lot of ceramic companies that have released a new collection of textured tiles. If used judiciously, they can help create an edge. Remember to never over-do with anything like textured tiles. The idea is to create an element of interest, not distress!
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There is a classic taste to green and white, and using natural materials for example wood or cork can create a vibrant ambiance.
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<h2>Plants</h2>
This is definitely a must have. Spring is the season of blooms, so bring in that energy to your bedroom. Choice of vase and plants is the key factor. If you’re looking for a modern edge go for a glass vase with clean cuts and minimal detailing, excessively ornamented vases go if you have an of space and want to give a luxurious feel to the room. Other options for potted plants include ceramic, terracotta and metal. Choose them depending on the look and feel of the room. Now coming to the plants, the all-time favorite indoor plants are aloe vera, asparagus fern, snake plant, English ivy, fiddle leaf fig, staghorn fern, peace lily, golden pothos, spider plants and string of pearls plant. It is relatively easy to maintain them, however, you need to ensure that they are kept around an opening. Apart from these plants, you can also bring in the flowering plants, but since they are usually a little bit high on maintenance they are not preferred.
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<h2>Furnishings</h2>
And finally to the easiest way of getting all the green in your room. The furnishings! We are talking about drapes, carpets and rugs, bed coverings and other furnishings. If you’re looking for small changes, opt for coloured cushions in different variations of green. Art-inspired prints are hot in the market these days. Rugs can also accentuate the room, it is advisable to opt for a darker shade for rugs since it would be easier to maintain.
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Spring is an amazing time of the year! Let us get all the sunshine and happiness in our rooms!

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Spring is already here, with all its vibrancy and colour! This is the time to celebrate the new&nbsp;season with a new makeover of your personal space.

Bedroom Decor To Welcome Spring With A Touch Of Green

Spatial quality is important in lending a character to our homes. It is often that we find ourselves wanting to brighten up our home by trying different DIY’s or buying new furniture! But that may or may not work. If you really want a change and upgrade the quality of space in your home, read the different ways that will definitely work to add the extra factor. You don’t have to follow all the ways given below. Depending upon the size and existing spatial quality sometimes only one small change can give a dramatic effect. Try what is best for you and get your dream now!
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<h2>1. Walls</h2>
Walls are the easiest way to change the overall look and feel of your space. Although, changing the wall finish can be a costly and time-consuming factor but remember it is only one time investment and will last for a long time. If it has been too long and you’re looking for a major change, or if you have dull walls - then it is time for you to play with your walls. Currently, there is a huge variety of finishes available in the market. The most common one being paint followed by wallpapers, stone/brick/tile cladding, etc. Starting off with paint- there are solid colours, texture paints, art inspired wall paints among others. You need to decide the colour palette as per your room size and lighting. White is a forever favorite, but the new market trend suggests a lot of earthy and natural colours in vogue. Green is emerging as a hot new favorite in the interior design industry. Wallpapers add an artistic feel and improve the aesthetic quality of space. Nature-inspired patterns are fast hitting stores. You can also check out the art inspired wallpapers, but be sure to use furniture and decor wisely with them to create a perfect balance in the room. Cladding with stone, wood or tiles is usually preferred on one wall with solid paint on other walls to avoid visual clutter. Natural finish marbles, printed tiles, finely grained laminates are favorites. If you want to experiment with new materials, then cork cladded walls are a major hot trend catching up in the market.
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<h2>2. Light</h2>
Windows are a major game changer for a room design. Not only do they provide with daylight and ventilation but also increase the depth of space. Your area would seem bigger and brighter automatically if you highlight the windows in your room. The curtains can also help in highlighting the windows. Potted plants near windows also lend a pleasing vibe to the room and improve the spatial quality drastically. In the case of absence of windows, opt for light fixtures and place them strategically. Apart from study rooms, use diffused lighting in other rooms to create a cozy environment. Beautiful light fixtures work both functionally and aesthetically. Avoid too much artificial light as it will cause glare. Research has proved that dim warm lighting helps us to relax, so select lighting fixtures as per room requirements.
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<h2>3. Furniture &amp; Accessories</h2>
No room is complete without furniture and accessories. They are small changes that help in creating the overall look. The key in buying the furniture is that it should help in creating the perfect space. All elements in a room should strike a perfect balance. Try to visualize a space, search for items that complement or contrast (depending on the theme) and then create a look. Anything from rustic, ethnic, eclectic to minimalism it all can be modified with the furniture and decor items.
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Just keep in mind the vibe and look you want in your space, and you are not far from creating the perfect dream home!
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Sparkling Ideas To Brighten Up Your Spaces

Colors are beautiful! But when it comes to deciding the color for your living room why does it not help? The shade card gives a huge palette of colors to choose from, and yet we can't decide what to do with the room walls, the sofa fabric or maybe the decor! If you’re still stuck on what color to go for, read along with my favorite <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3082-colors-brings-positivity-any-home-lets-add-some%C2%A0" target="_self">living room colors</a> palettes and decide which one suits you the best. Before you begin, keep a basic idea about the vibe that you want to create in your <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/blogs/living-room" target="_self">living rooms</a>, because colors play a vital role in creating that vibe and if you have a headstart beforehand it will be easier for you to chose.
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So what are you waiting for?
<h2>1. The Neutral Palette Of Beautiful Living Rooms</h2>
Never underestimate the power of neutral colors. We are talking about beautiful blends of browns, beiges, and tans. You would have seen them in a lot of places, and yes they do look amazing. The neutral colors create a warm ambiance. To play around with these, you can go for neutral walls, adopt decor and furnishings in a brighter hue. This will help you create a balance. Avoid mixing too much of color as it can give a clustered look. Lighting is very important while using this palette. Use warm temperature light (these are lights which give a yellow hue, you can look it up in the lighting catalogs), please avoid white lights as they will just kill the soft vibe.
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<h2>2. Living Room Design - Beach Inspired Palette</h2>
As the name hints, we are talking about whites and blues with a pop of bright color here and there. This will aim to make your room a lot more airy with a cool atmosphere. Try to keep plain white walls, textured would also look nice with blue draperies and contrasting furnishings. The flooring here also need to be paid attention, go for solid light color flooring or minimalistic pattern. Anything heavy or intricately ornate should be avoided as we are aiming for a light look.
Also read, <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2761-importance-colours-interiors" target="_self">Importance Of Colors In Interiors</a>
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<h2>3. Living Room Colors - A Little Bit Darker</h2>
If you are one of those people who love dark colors and has been planning since forever to bring that dark hue to your room, then now is the time. <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2785-beautiful-colour-trends-summer-2018" target="_self">2018’s latest interior color trends</a> hint at dark and saturated notes. The hot favorites colors here include dark greys, emerald greens, and rich purples among others. But you need to be a little careful while going all dark and rich in your living room, to avoid dullness and too much dark opt for a contrasting color in decor and Furniture. Cream colored or white furniture with a splash of metallic bling works beautifully with a darker hue surrounding.
Also, read <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3144-10-most-popular-interior-design-styles-you-should-know" target="_self">10 Most Popular Interior Design Styles, You should know</a>
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<h2>4. Living Room Designs - Tropical Paradise</h2>
This palette is for those who are obsessed with the bright shades. The key with a <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2772-12-ways-get-colourful-living-room" target="_self">colorful living room</a> is striking the perfect color balance. Too much or too little can actually just kill the bright happy vibe of your living room. Use a mix match of pink with greens ( you can vary the shades ranging from dark pinks to lime greens, try to find the perfect balance for your space in accordance with the furniture), or yellow and blue, maybe just orange with white. The cue here is to find two colors that <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2788-sparkling-ideas-brighten-your-spaces" target="_self">brighten up your living space</a>. Have a look at the images below to get an idea of how the colors coordination can be worked.
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<h2>5. Living Rooms Ever Lasting Elegance</h2>
How could we forget the age-old elegant combination of classic white with gold? This color palette has donned rooms all over the globe, especially with the royalty. The rococo style of architecture draws inspiration from the classic combination of white and gold. It is simple, yet bold and can never go out of vogue. This style can also be adopted with minimalistic furnishings. Plain white walls, drapes or <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3148-expert-guide-choosing-curtains-your-home" target="_self">curtains</a> and sofa with a lot of metal work finished in gold paint. If you want to add a bit of color, you can go for simple living room rugs, carpets or home decor items, avoid a lot of color on walls or fabrics. The visuals below will give a better idea on how to adopt this look!
Also, read <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2781-luxury-living-room-decor-ideas-golden-touch" target="_self">Luxury Living Room Decor Ideas With Golden Touch</a>
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Designing the living room can be fun if you know what exactly it takes to create a fab living space. From the living room furniture to living room lighting, all play&nbsp;a vital role but so does the living room color palette.&nbsp; Read on and explore to find some of the most beautiful&nbsp;living room color schemes, from subtle to bright shades for your living space.&nbsp;


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