They consulted designers and managed their budget, but it wasn't something they wanted for the house. "Everything was so mechanical. They would give is 3D designs and explain what they were going to do but it wasn't feeling like making a home. Finally my husband decided to put some efforts and design the home which feels ours," shares Nivedita, who said it took them a year to make their house feel home with the kind of interior they wanted "but it feels satisfying."

Most of us come to a point in life when we have to redecorate or do the interiors of our newly bought home. Looking for a right interior designer, managing five-figure budget and then to be ready to bear the tantrums of the house decorator. But actually, you don't need any celebrity designer or break your savings to make your home look fablous. With right tools, imagination, patience, and little creativity can give your space a total makeover on your own. Recently, Nivedita Mishra and her husband Pradeep Mishra were struggling to decorate their Pune home.

If you are also struggling with finalising designs and décor for your home, here's your step-by-step guide that will help you transform your home room by room, without hiring an interior designer.

Step 1: Define Your Vision and Budget!

Start with a mood board. Browse internet, home décor blogs, or magazines to find styles that appear to you and resonate with your ideas. You can choose boho, minimalism, modern, or traditional appearance. Once you have that clarity, then define budget, how much you want to spend on interiors. Divide it room-wise and allocate money for essentials like paint, furniture, and lighting.

Step 2: Declutter and Deep Clean!

Before you bring anything new into your home, remove everything that you don't need. Donate, recycle, or sell them. A clean home can help you think better and will also give you mental clarity for e fresh start to decorate the space.

Step 3: Measure and Map Out Your Space!

Take a measuring tape and mark the dimensions for each room and mark your key areas. Use free digital tools like SketchUp, Planner 5D, or Roomstyler to visualise furniture placement and plan layout without too much of guesswork. Take measurements of the furniture area, so that you can have idea of how big or small the items should be.

Step 4: Pick a Color Palette!

The colour you choose has the power to change your mood instantly. So choose a palette that mixes with your entire home for visual harmony. Use light shaded to make small spaces feel bigger, and warm hues to add coziness. This is best for dining room and bedroom respectively. Ensure you have an accent walls, wallpapers, or textured pain, which will add flair to your home.

Step 5: Focus on Furniture Functionality!

There's no need to buy fancy furniture items. Invest in functional furniture that suits your lifestyle. Modular sofas, foldable tables, or multi-use storage units can maximise your space, especially if you live in Urban homes. You may want to consider rearranging your existing furniture before buying new items.

Step 6: Light It Right!

When it comes to lighting, it can make or break the ambiance. Ad a mix of ambient, task, and accent lights for ceiling, lamps, and decorative. Change the outdated lights with something modern or vintage depending on your theme. Adding a stylish floor lamp can also make a difference.

Step 7: Layer with Textures and Fabrics!

Use some soft and warm curtains, rugs, throws, and cushions. Mix materials like cotton, jute, wool, and velvet for a rich, and layered feel. These details are good to bring some cohesion to the overall look and show your personality.

Step 8: Add Art, Plants, and Personal Touches!

Walls without art appear bare. Hang some art work, frames, or canvases to create a DIY gallery. Use your family photos for personal touch. Don't miss indoor and outdoor plants as they not only purify the air but also add freshness and colour in the home. Have a space for books, souvenirs, or vintage pieces to make the place feel cozy.

Step 9: Go Room by Room, One Weekend at a Time!

Decorating home can be overwhelming but you can choose not to be. You don't need to do the entire house at once. Break the project into manageable chunks. Start with bedroom or living room and then move to other spaces. Use weekends to transform your spaces, which will allow you to do it thoroughly and thoughtfully.

Step 10: Maintain the New Look!

It has been long that you have worked to revamp your home. So, once it's done, maintain it. Clean it regularly, rotate décor items occasionally, and resist the urge to overcrowd the space. Evolve with your home.

"You don't need a degree in design to create a beautiful and functional place which is your own. All you need is vision, clarity, efforts, and some online help and you can do it. Yes, the labour may give you tough time but that's the little pain you take to make your house a home," says Nivedita.

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