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Let your inner child lead
Creating a home that makes you happy sounds simple in theory, but in practice, it can be hard to know where to start. Much of dopamine décor evokes memories of a carefree childhood when you hung posters on the walls and spent your allowance on eccentric items like a phone shaped like lips or a lava lamp. While your tastes may have evolved, think back to what brought you joy then – that’s where you start.
TIP: Pull out your favourite pieces of décor, art or clothing and see what themes you find to inspire you!
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Your perfect escape
For some, it might be big bold blocks of bright colours, for others, it might be a retro-inspired ultra-modern spacey vibe. For most, it might be something a little more subtle, but whatever your perfect escape looks like, this is your sign to dive right in. Would stepping into a tropical jungle every day put a smile on your face? Pull in bold shades of green with lots of foliage and tropical patterns.
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It’s all about balance
While dopamine décor can feel a bit overboard, when it comes down to it, there still needs to be a sense of balance. For most of us, starting with a strong neutral base and adding in fun, personal elements like artwork, soft furnishings or vintage pieces is the ideal way to embrace dopamine décor.
TIP: Don’t be afraid to mix colours or patterns for a unique look but remember to balance them with neutrals in between.