How to Decorate a Loft Condo
A loft condo is an open space typically found on the upper floor of a building, directly beneath the roof. Lofts make excellent living quarters and offer a variety of decorating possibilities. However, because a loft is usually a single large room, it can present a challenge when it comes to decorating. By choosing decor elements that blend well and complement one another, you can give your loft condo a cohesive appearance that suits your personality. Does this Spark an idea?
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Place large area rugs on the floor of your loft. One or two large area rugs can do wonders for pulling the space you have together. Use decorative pattern rugs to give the room a cozier feel and solid color to enhance the open feel of the room.
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Place large decorative elements in corners of the loft. Choose metal sculptures if you want a more modern theme or large flower vases and wooden sculptures for a more rustic feel. The larger the better, since the open style of a loft can support large decorative elements.
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Separate your loft into smaller spaces by using room dividers with artwork that matches the theme you've chosen for your loft. Silkscreen dividers work well with a modern approach and wicker or hand-painted wood dividers work for a rustic theme.
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Hang art prints on the wall to help bring the open space together. The openness of a loft is ideal for artwork in a variety of sizes and styles. Choose frames for the art that go with the color schemes and themes of your loft.
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Arrange the furniture in your loft to help define the space. This is particularly useful if you aren't going to use room dividers. Take advantage of smaller tables for setting up decorative lamps that serve the dual purpose of lighting individual spaces as well as providing pleasing aesthetic qualities.
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Tips & Warnings
When a loft is one giant room, the goal is to give sections of this large room individual personality while maintaining a sense of consistency throughout.
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