Plan and Budget Seriously before you dive in take a moment to map things out Set a budget so you don t get tempted by all those cute impulse buys Measure your space think about how you want to use it and get clear on your style It ll save you from making some pretty expensive mistakes Quality Over Quantity Instead of filling your space with a bunch of cheap stuff that ll just fall apart invest in a few solid pieces Trust me those timeless sturdy items will pay off in the long run You don t want to be replacing things every year Color Choices The colors you choose can totally change the vibe of a room Before you commit to a whole wall grab some paint samples and test them out Neutral colors can make a space feel bigger and more cohesive so keep that in mind