How to decorate a new house

Moving into a new house is an exciting chapter in your life, but you may need some inspiration when it comes to decorating a blank canvas. It's normal to have plenty of ideas but not a clue where to start, but that's where Hammonds comes in. We have all the advice you need for designing brand-new interiors and making your new house a home.

Give it time

Though you may be anxious to dive in and start updating the space, relocating is a big change and can be stressful. It's important to let the dust settle and give yourself some time to understand your space better.

You don't want to make any decisions on a whim and have regrets later down the line. This can be costly to correct, and it also makes you lose momentum in the design process. Your best bet is to be patient and live in your new home for a little while so you can visualise how you want it to look.

Make a plan

The cardinal rule when decorating a new house: always make a plan first. Once you've lived there a year or so, start to put together any décor updates and a rough timeline on how long each stage should take.

First things first, you'll want to decide on a scheme for each room, whether that's minimalism, mid-century modern or art deco.

With this in mind, you can then take a look at the furniture you already have to see if it suits your chosen style. Where do you want everything to go? Do you need to buy anything new? This should all be established during the planning stage.

Choose your palette

Colour schemes can make all the difference to your interior. It's how we make the space our own when we've taken over a property, and it sets the foundation for the atmosphere of the room. You can inject some personality by decorating with your favourite colours or try something bold with one of the anticipated colour trends for 2025.

Colour drenching and unexpected additions of red have an impressive impact and are expected to be popular in the new year. Gentle blues and greens will continue to add classic interest to rooms while chocolate browns and earthy hues add a relaxed quality.

Consider each room

You can break down the decorating process into more manageable chunks by considering each room individually. Of course, you want your new house to flow well but different rooms have different needs, from the storage to the layout.

Think about whether you need to add some furniture to keep clutter at bay. Mess is a sure way to take attention away from your new décor, so don't hesitate to add some extra storage if the space needs it. Fitted wardrobes like those at Hammonds are a great solution for bedroom disarray and they come in a wide selection of styles to fit your room design.

Make big investments

Do you want to extend your new space with a loft conversion or optimise its storage potential with floor-to-ceiling cabinets? Before you take the leap and start refurbing, it's important to think about your reasons behind these additions.

Major updates often come with a bigger price tag compared to smaller changes, but it can be better value to go big. Making investments that will transform your space into a haven you'll enjoy for years to come should save you time and money in the long run.

Design your dream home with Hammonds

We're here to help bring your decorating ideas to life. With our guidance and style tips, you can turn your new house into a home that reflects your unique personality. Book a free design visit for your property with one of our Hammonds experts and they'll talk you through the fitted furniture we have available.