Think Outside the Box

Do you hate your boxy room? Don't let your room make you miserable, there are a lot of options you can do to change your boxy room into a cozy, comfortable nook that won't feel the slightest bit boxed in.

First of all open it up with some color. If your ceilings are heavily textured, scrape and smooth them off. Then paint in a light, glossy color. It will help open up the room. Where the ceilings meet the walls, consider adding some decorative molding. It won't exaggerate the square shape of the room but rather add interest to the dimensions of the room instead of emphasizing the square shape.

Then look downward in your room and if you don't have anything around the area where the wall meets the floor. Consider adding decorative baseboards. They bring a sense of warmth to your room without calling attention to the boxiness of the shape.

Break up your walls with curves. Round mirrors, flowing draperies with curved or scroll worked rods will help add some necessary softness to the corners of your room. Even round or oval framed artworks or impact pieces such as a resin casting will also help define the walls and take away from the boring square design of the room.

Small roundish shaped console tables used within the room will also lend a nice curved edge to your style. Avoid box-shaped chairs and sofas. Go for curved edges and you'll have a soft, comfortable room as a result.
 posted by Allure Furniture Designs