As any house hunter knows, having a little serendipity on your side makes all the difference. That was certainly true for designer Sappho Griffin, principal of Henhouse Interiors, who stumbled across her new home in Bedford, N.S., in 2017. “The owner ran a wonderful after-school program in the house, and I sent my kids to her a few times when I was in a pinch,” says Sappho. “She asked me to assess her house for sale and I was drawn to the layout, which was perfect for our family.” Knowing they had an inside advantage, Sappho and her husband acted quickly, and submitted an offer.

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Rich materials, bold art, striking architecture… high-end design has a way of grabbing our attention — and keeping it. So why not channel an opulent spirit in your own home? Though some spaces are blessed with great architectural elements, abundant millwork and natural light, adding the elements listed in this gallery will elevate a home and make a big impact. Here are 75+ ways to bring a luxurious look to your home, from investment buys to smart reno tips. Take your pick to make your home look a little bit richer — and a lot more memorable.

Scroll down to get inspiration for your own home!

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Now more than ever, our outdoor spaces are working overtime, so it makes sense to give them a little more love — but that doesn’t mean blowing the budget! Scroll down for budget-friendly backyard ideas (and the exact products you need to achieve each look).

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Gillian Atkins, managing partner at Lynda Reeves Design Studio, spills the tea (and the numbers) on her budget-friendly kitchen makeover.

“I bought a century home in August 2020 for me and my three sons, Euan, 14, and twins, Oliver and Rhys, 12. It wasn’t pretty, but it had good bones — one of those coveted, diamond-in-the-rough construction projects. With a tight closing date, I had just three months to complete a renovation and move my family in. What could go wrong? Well, add a global pandemic, and my contractor Rob and I had our work cut out for us… not to mention that I’m a designer and my clients have to come first! A lot of the decisions for this reno were driven by what I was able to do quickly, efficiently and inexpensively — oh, and it had to look beautiful, too.”

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H&H’s Tess Ciarloni shares her budget-friendly bedroom transformation.

I live in a 350-square-foot condo, and when I saw painted archways and circles pop up all over my Pinterest feed, I knew that adding a shape to my all-white walls would be the perfect way to bring color and contrast to my small space. So, I decided to paint a large circle over my bed that visually doubles as a headboard! Farrow & Ball’s Sulking Room Pink was the right mix of rich, muted and dusty, and I absolutely love how the color came out. This was a really easy project that I was able to do in an afternoon and on a super tight budget. Scroll down to learn how!

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Alexandra Gater is on a mission. She’s determined to help millennials turn their small spaces into personality-packed homes — all without breaking the bank. As a former magazine editor, she’s always had a knack for style — and her 331,000 YouTube subscribers and 94,000 Instagram followers seem to think so, too. You can’t help but smile when you catch a glimpse of her projects: they’re almost always filled with juicy colors, playful patterns and a handful (or two) of pom-poms. “My motto when it comes to design is that it shouldn’t be intimidating,” says Alexandra. “I truly believe that anyone can decorate their space without dropping a ton of money, regardless of experience. Sometimes it’s just the simplest things — like changing the knobs on your dresser — that have a big impact.”

Scroll down to discover her tips and tricks for making a rental feel like a home!

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Fans of Cortney and Robert Novogratz — the husband and wife design duo known as The Novogratz — will love their new collection of affordable finds at Target. They’re not only known for their high-end residences and boutique hotels, but also for their busy life with seven kids (see their former L.A. home here). That may be what gives the couple such a practical lens when it comes to designing the Novogratz x Target collection, which is splashed with their trademark bold colors (great in kids’ rooms), convertible sofas that become futons and lots of textural velvet tempered for the grown-ups. Plus, slim, smart desks double as chic consoles for students who may be learning from home this fall.

Scroll down to see the must-have items from the collection!

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Thanks to the summer of staying home, the living room has become one of the hottest spots in the house. It’s where we answer work emails, catch up on our favorite Netflix series and spend most of our time relaxing and unwinding, so it’s no wonder we’re in a redecorating mood. Thankfully, we’ve scoured the web for chic living room pieces that promise to transform your space without breaking the bank. All that’s left to do now is #addtocart. What are you waiting for? Scroll down to shop!

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A great alternative to pricey built-ins when budget and square-footage are at a premium, freestanding storage saves space and costs less, too. A gold etagere next to the fireplace? Yes, please! A vintage console in the dining room? We’ll take it! Click through for fabulous freestanding storage ideas.

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Designer Natalie Chong shares renter-friendly tips for taking your space from builder-basic to bold and beautiful.

I believe that your home should be your sanctuary. Therefore, investing in your space is so important and rentals are no exception! After all, they are where we entertain, relax and unwind every single day. There is a feeling that, “Oh, I’m not going to invest, it’s only temporary,” but I lived in a “temporary place” for over seven years! If I’d never invested, nothing would have felt done. We are in a world where renting is the norm, so let’s make “making it our own” the norm too, regardless of how long we stay! Here are five easy ways to do just that.

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