Its time to get inspired! The building/renovation process could be a long journey so it is important to get off to a positive start.
Here are some ideas to help you on your way:
Go to your local library and search for books on houses of all different styles and designs. If possible, include a book on building construction.
While you are at the library (or bookshop) try to find an art book, preferably with lots of colour prints in it, which covers different styles of art as well.
Check your newsagent or friends coffee tables for house, kitchen or home style magazines.
Keep an eye out for any pictures that catch your eye, a photo of a garden or bookshelf or a window - anything!
Buy a big scrap book, some pencils and glue.
Once you have all these, its time to sit down and go through what youve found. If you have a partner or family its important at this stage to develop a feel for everyones different tastes so
Keep the scrap book open and try to have everyone make a contribution at this first meeting.
Go through the art book with some post-its and ask everyone to mark the paintings they like. This will give you an idea of how similar or different your aesthetic interests really are.
Make some notes of ideas which appeal to everyone.
Write a list of points that you like and/or dont like about the house you are currently living in.
Write down things that youd like to have in a new house.
Remember, this is a creative process and the objective is to glean as many ideas from a variety of sources to help you formulate your own design.
Have fun and dont be afraid to think outside the square.
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