With the new year comes a fresh start, and what better place to begin than your home? Small changes can make a big difference in the overall look and feel of your home, and Design Theory Interiors has all the tips on a home refresh that will give you a newfound place of serenity as you head into the new year.
From the addition of new bedding to statement art that speaks to your soul and your home, find ways to update your space without breaking the bank. Refresh with soft textures by introducing new throw pillows and blankets; add color with a rich paint hue on cabinets or an accent wall; or change a space with a gorgeous rug that brings in new colors and textures.
Upgrade Soft Furnishings
Upgrading your pillows and bedding is one of the easiest ways to make a bedroom feel brand-new. Fresh textures, fuller inserts, and updated colors instantly lift the whole space, adding comfort and polish without a big renovation. Even a simple swap to crisp sheets or a new duvet can make the room feel cleaner, calmer, and more intentionally styled. Even simple additions like throw pillows and blankets can breathe new life into a room.
Statement Art
Adding statement art refreshes your home by instantly creating a new focal point and setting the tone for the entire room. A bold piece introduces color, personality, and scale in a way that can make existing furniture feel re-styled, not replaced. It’s an easy, high-impact update that tells a fresh story about your space with zero remodeling while giving new personality to your room. Find local artists you love and your sense of home becomes even more meaningful.
Add a Pop of Color
Incorporating a pop of color on your kitchen cabinets refreshes your home by giving the most-used room an instant shot of energy and personality. Even a single color moment—like a painted island or lower cabinets—can modernize the space and make neutral countertops and finishes feel newly curated. It’s a high-impact change that transforms the kitchen’s mood. Colors like Transformative Teal, Hidden Gem (a smoky jade), Warm Eucalyptus (a muted sage), and Universal Khaki are all on trend for 2026.
New Rugs
Whether you like colors or neutrals, an accent rug can instantly change the look and feel of your room by adding in texture and dimension. Rugs can add color to a neutral room or give a soft texture to a previously hard floor. A small rug in an entryway gives personality to your home when guests enter while a large area rug can bring the whole room together. Our design experts can help you pick one that is perfect for your space.
Fresh textures, fuller inserts, and updated colors instantly lift the whole space, adding comfort and polish without a big renovation.