10 tips to revamping and updating your room

1. Have a clear out - this is where you should start – a big clear out. It's amazing how this will change the room and refresh just be clearing out/throwing away. Get carpets/upholstery cleaned.

2.  Set a budget of what you want to spend and stick to it. Planning is the most important thing – make a list of what you would like to do to that room.  Paint/ New cushions/New sofa? And then see realistically what you can afford to do and where to spend the money.

3. Create a mini design board – This can easily be done on the computer. It helps you keep the focus on what you are looking to achieve and what you need to buy and what your style and color is. It's very easy to get distracted in shops so if you have something to refer to, it will keep you focused. 

5. Paint or adding a statement wallpaper will instantly refresh your room.

6. Think about lighting - a good update is to get rid of central pendant lights and add spots. Then you can add various floor and table lights to add layers of lighting - this will create a much more considered look.

7. Add in some wall art – Pictures on walls can create a great feature – think about your space and use it well. Go large and really use and fill that space. Think either one very large piece or group together large frames to make a good statement piece.

9. Add flowers and plants – they give such lovely energy to a room. If you struggle to keep anything alive when it comes to plants then fake it! They never die and always look great.