23 Connecting Tips of the House of Property Engineering House Brothers

These brother property design tips are guaranteed to transform your home, the courtesy of Drew and Jonathan!


Even if you are not aHGTV devoteeIt is likely that you heard about the property brothers. The Duo-Twin brothersDrew and Jonathan Scott-Go around the transformation of houses on their well named seriesBrothers of propertyand its many spin-off series. They also have furniture, fabric, bedding lines and other decorations that fans can not have enough. Clearly, these HGTV stars know one thing or two oninterior designAnd they have never been shy to share their expertise. Whether you are in the middle of the main renovations or you just want to add a few final keys to your decor, here are some of the best property design tips for helping you transform your space.

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Do not be afraid to mix and match materials.

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To make your home less hairdresser, Jonathan suggests mixing and matching materials. "One of the biggest trends is mixed metals, but also mixes many materials to make more interesting conceptions," he explained to the home improvement companyIndigenous trails. "You never walk in a space where everything is gamey-gamey and typical, then trains with a feeling of being unique and wonderful. We go for a very eclectic mix of materials."

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A small paint goes a long way.

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Do not underestimateThe power of a layer of paint. "Just refresh with a little painting can go a long way," said DrewAarp. "It can do [a room] as a brand new space."

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Use clearer colors to open small spaces.

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If you areWork with limited spaceYour best bet is to opt for clearer and brighter colors. "Use a clearer color palette and bright luminaires that will clarify space," said DrewPopsugar On the best ways to maximize a small area.

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Get a sofa that is a suitable size for your space.

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When shopping for a sofa ", choose something that matches both space and it's comfortable for you," said JonathanApple. "So many people forget to measure and bring home too big sofa. You want the coin to get secret, do not take on the room."

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Use the world around you as a design inspiration.

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"We find an inspiration wherever we go," explained to the indigenous trails. "I just got married in Italy and we both spent a little extra time, turned around and looking at cathedrals and different spaces." Jonathan added in an interview with Philippines News SiteABS-CBN that his house "has inspirations of all [his] trips".

As an amateur indoor designer, you can apply this Property Brothers Design Board by hanging maps from your favorite cities or signaling panels in the language of a country you visited.

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Make sure your home reflects who you are like a person.

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"It's important for your home to be a reflection of your personality," Jonathan ABS-CBN said. "I hate that when I walk in a house and you can not say who lives there or everything seems so generic and boring ... The house should be a collection of a person's interests."

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Opt for quartz countertops.

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Quartz countertops are aWorthy of investment for your kitchenaccording to Jonathan. "We love quartz countertops because they look like natural stone, but are so easier," he told Apple.

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Install counters that everyone can use.

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If there are people from different heights living in your home, you need to make sure your cooking facility reflects this. And like Drew saidAarpYou can make your kitchen accessible to everyone by installing counters at different heights. "Have counters at different heights allows each family member - grandparents to grandparents - work at their own level," he explained.

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Think about functionality as well as style.

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Whether you renovate a room completely or you simply add small improvements, DREW warns to keep in mind practicing. "Most people, when they try to renovate, think about and forget the function," he explained to the indigenous trails. "It does not matter if you replace the fixed or cabinets if you keep a really bad stream. It's the big thing - we always try to give a function with the style to the owners."

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And invest in multifunctional parts.

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Especially in smaller spaces, it is also logical to buy furniture that serve more than one goal. "For example, built-in shelves can be great, but you can also have an incorporated desktop in the lower level. Or use furniture, such as an ottoman that can also be stored," said Drew Popsugar. "Murphy beds are popular in very small guest rooms to also be used as an office area or children's games."

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Go to elegant blackout curtains.

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Although blackout curtains ensure a good night's rest, they are not always the mostStylish accessory. When you buy curtains, Drew says you should make sure what you get is both elegant and functional. "You do not need to get a solid black sheet to put over your windows", "he saidAarp. "You have elegant options nowadays."

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Install enough lighting.

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No matter what room you redecorated, Drew says that enough lighting is a must. "Whatever you do, do not rest only on an aerial bulb," he told Apple. "Mix it with a variety of table and floor lamps, or maybe a pendant chandelier or built-in lighting to make a lighter and more welcoming room."

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Place mirrors strategically to reflect sunlight.

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Do you want to hang a mirror in the house? Do it somewhere where the sun will hit. "Mirrors can help [let in more sun], especially when it is placed to reflect a window," Jonathan explained Apple. "Natural light creates the appearance of more space."

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Use a neutral color palette in the bedroom.

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Drew says that one of the challenges of a master bedroom design makes masculine and femininity. "While I have a lot of soft accents in decor, I always have a pallet of neutral colors and some male elements that make it appeal to the man of the house, but above all, the woman of the house", a he explained in aHGTV video.

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Think of shelves when designing your bathroom.

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WhenDesign a bathroomDrew says he often sees that people forget the storage when it should be a top priority. "To stretch a dollar, use prefabricated cabinets, which are of higher quality that they were and are cheaper than tailor-made," he explained toMydomain. "You can also build in open shelves."

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Enjoy the tile in your bathroom.

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"You will always be able to find a sale on a large selection of tiles," said Drew Mydomain. "Use this to stretch your dollar when tiling your bathtub. You can even consider using a small scale version of the same tile on your bathroom floor."

Encertain of what tile go with it? Jonathan told MyDomaine that the team of the ownership of the Brothers always seeks something that has a "form, model" and of interesting color. This is one of the easiest ways to make a bathroom. "

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Create an inspiration board.

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When you areGive your home a makeoverIt is useful to turn to places like Pinterest for ideas. On the social media platform, you can create inspiration boards and determine the trends you prefer.

"Shoot what speaks to you, whether it's crown molding or a color palette," said JoanthanModern Wellness Guide. "Everyone can be good at design - just look at the right places for your influence."

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Do not be afraid to get out of your comfort zone.

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Do not take a decision onWhat color to paint your living roomWhich bed buy or what counters to install before consideringallyour options. "Some people think they know what they want, but most people know only what they have been explained," Jonathan explained to the modern wellness guide. "Drew and I have been in real estate for more than 20 years. We are constantly doing some research to seeWhat tends in design And what comes down the pipeline. You must make sure you are not stubborn. "

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Invest in parts all year round, non-seasonal.

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"I'm trying to make sure the big items are a little neutral for you do not have to change them from the season to the season," said JonathanBRIT & CO. "You can focus on changing throws and accents."

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Cornto do Change your color palettes with the seasons.

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Although Jonathan informs against excessive spending on seasonal points, it does not mean that he thinks that winter and summer should be equal. "Find autumn and winter ways fromAdd hot tones. With my accent pieces, I usually go in some copper and some brass because it is psychologically a little warmer, "he explained to Brit & Co. These accent pieces do not have to be Dear - Just a few small keys to get the work done.

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Be creative with wallpaper.

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An easy way to upgrade any furniture, according to the brothers of the property, is with wallpaper. "The wallpaper should not be" wall ", explained Drew in an interview withToday. "Why not use it on your ceiling? You can use it on steps, you can use it on tables, the back of the cabinets. The wallpaper is supposed to add a little color and a little bit of Reason to break a monotonous design. "

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Use a focal point in each room.

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Jonathan notes that each room should have a focal point that catches the eye. "The easiest way to make a focal point is to color a wall or placing a work," he told ABS-CBN. "It should be clear in design. The way you place your seats in a space can also help get your attention to where your focal point is."

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Recruit professionals for larger renovations.

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Although DIY renovations Are a great way to save money, Jonathan warns against yourself. "There is value to spend money on professionals - the quality of a professional's work and the value of your time," he told the modern welfare guide. "Bring a professional [who] know what they do."


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