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Reason #39- Redecoration
Decorating and redecorating have been passions of mine for decades. One of the most exciting things about moving into a new house (or new to us) is the prospect of a clean slate and letting my creative juices flow. We’ve lived in almost a dozen apartments, townhouses and houses since we’ve been together, and each one needed décor.
It’s not just the end result that is satisfying, it’s also the process leading up to it. I’ve never had formal training in home décor or interior design. It’s something that seems to come naturally to me, somewhat like my photography.
Moving into our fifth wheel full-time was a real adventure in home décor, having to juggle space and comfort and create a living space. That’s quite different from using an RV for weekends. Unlike a house, remodeling an RV can be exceedingly difficult, with extra-small spaces exaggerating the features and colors. Non-standard construction and materials can make any project seem daunting or impossible.
Some see redecorating as a personal project to design and implement, some as a relief from a boring or stale existence. There are those who see it as a tedious task that might be slightly more than a necessity. Others see decorating as a totally creative endeavor. No matter the purpose, beautiful outcomes can be exceedingly rewarding. It is well-known that functioning in beautiful spaces can boost our mood and reduce stress, so improving your atmosphere will likely improve your morale.
Similar to the “new car smell” when you first bring home a new auto, redecorating can give a room or house a new look, often refreshing a worn, dingy space you had more than gotten used to. That new look can also be a springboard for inspiration in all your creative ventures. If a room is decorated in an interesting way, you are more likely to spend hours in it, comfortably examining all of its features and appreciating the eye of the decorator. It might feel like you have modernized as well, as dated decor can often become boring and “so yesterday.” Remodeling can also make extra room or a construct a more exciting use for a space. Change can be good, but enhancing the use of a room can be priceless.
It doesn’t take an expensive construction project either — even repainting can significantly affect the look of the space. Anyone who has seen their home space become cluttered will appreciate a cleaning out and refurbishing of the space. Purging can be a difficult but emotionally rewarding task.
Last but not least, a competent redecoration of your home will increase its value, both monetarily and in desirability. Whether you work on the project yourself, hire professionals or help an experienced crew, the result is sure to benefit you and your life in many ways.
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To complete this discussion, I’ll quote American businessman Gary Hamel, who said, “As human beings, we are the only organisms that create for the sheer stupid pleasure of doing so. Whether it’s laying out a garden, composing a new tune on the piano, writing a bit of poetry, manipulating a digital photo, redecorating a room, or inventing a new chili recipe – we are happiest when we are creating.“
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