How often have you heard young home owners say they don’t need furniture and will make do with what they have? When you're young, and have bought a new house, investing further in furniture and home décor may seem like an afterthought. However, you soon come to realise that furniture will always be an essential.
Regardless of trends, always be sure to invest in practical and functional furniture. Following your personal style when looking for furniture is a great way to begin. Since certain pieces of furniture — like a bed, dining chairs, dresser drawers, love seats or, in my case, bookshelf will always be needed, it's important to invest in a design that you will cherish for years to come.
Here’s A List of Essential Furniture That Are a Must Buy in Any Home:
1. Splurging on a mattress and bed frame should be on top of your list.
2. You'll thank yourself later if you invest in a good couch for the living room.
3. Everyone needs a place to eat, right? A dining table for two, four or six whichever fits your needs and space is needed.
4. Functional accent pieces, including side tables, nightstands, table lamps, a compact wall unit for the television etc. are also important investments, depending on your requirement of the room.
5. Who doesn’t like admiring themselves? Invest in a good mirror, it’s a necessity and makes a room look nice and spacious.
6. Storage is vital. No matter what generation you belong to, an Indian household will always need storage.
7. Last, but definitely not the least, when it comes to home décor, spend money on furniture and items that will make your space a home – a bookshelf, or a wing chair, shelves just for your planets or a space to display your Kodak moments.
Investment Tips To Consider Before Any Purchase:
• Trust your gut and buy something you will love. Having an emotional connection is essential.
• Consider the quality, durability, uniqueness, origin, functionality and story behind the piece.
• Seek professional advice or do some research on the material and cost.
• Try not to be guided by fashions or fads; think about it as an heirloom that you may want to pass on.
• Remember everything doesn’t need to be bought together, start with the necessities and move on to pieces that speak to your heart.