A discussion from an Architect's point of view in relation to Interior design and some practical solutions on how to transform or renovate your home's spaces in more creative and functional ways.

1. Revolutionizing
the spaces in
your home
BY: AR RAQUEL BLAZA
FRANZA ARCHITECTS

2. to change (something) radically or
fundamentally.
synonyms : transform, reform,
reorganize, restructure
rev·o·lu·tion·izing
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based on Oxford dictionary

3. IT CHANGES YOUR OUTLOOK AND MINIMIZES THE LEVEL OF STRESS
"What are the benefits of transforming any spaces in your home?"
IT IMPROVES THE COMFORT, ENJOYMENT AND FUNCTIONALITY OF YOUR SPACE
IT INCREASES THE VALUE OF YOUR HOME OR PROPERTY
IT CAN MAXIMIZE YOUR PRODUCTIVITY
IT ATTRACTS OTHER PEOPLE TO BE INSPIRED AND DO THE SAME

4. Here are some of the things you
may consider on how you can
revolutionize your space at
home.

5. 1.
Set or choose a style

6. MODERN CONTEMPORARY
SCANDINAVIAN MINIMALIST
BOHEMIAN (BOHO STYLE)
FARMHOUSE / COUNTRY STYLE
MID CENTURY MODERN
INDUSTRIAL / VINTAGE
NAUTICAL OR BEACH THEMED
MUJI STYLE ( TRENDING IN ASIA)
This allows you to explore and shows up your
character and personality into your space which
definitely gives you the guidance or path to where
your design is leading to. These are some of the styles or
themes which are most widely used
and still trending up to this date.

7. 2.
Accent walls

8. WALL PAINT
WALL PAPER
WOODEN CLADDING
WOODEN MOULDINGS
TEXTURED SURFACE
This creates a focal point which accentuates the area and adds up depth in
your space. Makes the room or space appear bigger and larger.
Add separation to an open concept design without construction
Opt for rooms that lack any interesting architectural features.

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12. 3.
UPGRADE YOUR
LIGHTING

13. add up accent lights with warm
bulb
emphasize artwork with
spotlight
bigger chandelier and pendant
lamps creates more luxurious
feeling
put up some table or floor lamp
as decor and functional at the
same time
lighten up your shelves with
indirect strip lights

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16. 4.
Spice up with Color and style
contrasts

17. Mixture of style such as modern furniture with
traditional finishing, or textured finishing with
clean lines creates unique character of your
space

18. Play with bold colors. Combine some
colorful furniture with another striking
color of your wall accent

19. 5.
STYLING IS THE KEY
PILLOWS, CURTAINS, CARPETS, ARTWORKS

20. Layering your pillows with different texture, sizes and fluffiness creates
more comfortness and elegance to your sofa, couches and beds
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PILLOWS

21. Installing your curtains correctly can actually make a huge impact in terms of your ceiling height and the treatment of your
windows. The taller the Curtain , the more it will look elegant and pristine.
CURTAINS AND DRAPES

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24. CARPETS AND RUGS
Carpets and rugs make every room warmer and more comfortable, including the
bathroom and kitchen, so they are a welcome element of the interior decorating
It also creates visual division of areas without putting an actual partition.

26. Large-scale Artwork or gallery wall-type frames can also make your space more attractive. it also give a feeling of an
artwork studio which actually impresses one's eye like the feeling in a museum or exhibition-like area.
ARTWORKS

28. 7.
You can never
go wrong with
simple design

29. SIMPLE DOES'NT
MEAN BORING
When you are on a
Budget and wanting to
just create a calming and
comfy space, go for a
minimalist-looking style.
Simple and not so busy
and complicated design
is a better way to
achieve it.

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32. 8.
Defining spaces
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33. Booshelf divider
Planters on shelves
Curtains to section off
private area like
sleeping area
Sliding barn door
Folding see through
screen or lattice
woodwork
Break up an area with
Furniture
Elevated flooring
Framed glass partition
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Partitioning an open plan house is another way to transform spaces
by providing extra privacy, maximize a storage space or just create a
change of ambiance and scenery.
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40. 9. Freshen up with Greens

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AESTHETICALLY PLEASING
REDUCES STRESS
IMPROVES AIR QUALITY
INCREASES PRODUCTIVITY
REDUCE NOISES
NEUTRALIZES THE AMBIANCE

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43. 10.
DECLUTTER
&
ORGANIZE

44. If you come home to a "clean"
home but still aren't able to
relax, it's probably time for
some serious decluttering and
organizing.
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45. KITCHEN AND PANTRY AREA
These are the areas that are most likely to be messy
all the time.
And so, LABELLING and SEGREGATING with containers
or baskets are some solutions to make it organize and
clean.
DISPLAYING YOUR OLD TABLEWARE, CERAMIC
PLATES AND GLASSWARES can be an added
feature to your home instead of keeping them in
your storage.

46. BUILT-IN / CUSTOM CABINETS and
MULTI PURPOSE FURNITURE AS HIDDEN STORAGES
Another way to eliminate clutter and organize your space is by considering
hidden storage where you could keep as much unwanted stuff as possible
without using extra spaces.
You only need your creativity on how you can create the storages looks invisible
and functional at the same time.

49. Ceiling curtain track is one of the most effective way to hide clutter in your home. Especially when you have a very small space and
wanting to eliminate unwanted stuff or private things you dont want your guests to see.

51. Thank you
"Always remember, when
transforming any spaces, the
character of the end user must
be instilled in order to bring
out their true self and to
satisfy their needs and
comforts within the
atmosphere."
- AR. RAQUEL BLAZA
of FRANZA ARCHITECTS
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