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0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » NEWS NOW Asphalt plant sued in federal court ... Mapping Muggers Alley ... Spotters needed for National Weather Service ... Asphalt plant sued in federal court ... Mapping Muggers Alley ... Spotters needed for National Weather Service ... Home Help: Simple design tricks to revamp your home Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Sep. 4, 2015 at 2:00 PM Posted Sep. 4, 2015 at 2:00 PM » Social News TIP OF THE WEEK Whether you’ve just moved into a home or you’ve lived there for years, it might be time for a design tune-up. While many may think tackling their home décor takes a bundle of time, money and expertise, it doesn’t have to be so frightening. You don’t need to spend a fortune or go to design school to breathe a little life into your home. “It’s all about simplicity,” says Susan Yoder, interior design expert for Clayton Homes. “A little goes a long way when it comes to home décor and living spaces. Only a few simple changes can make a big difference and allow you to create a room you’ll be itching to show off to friends and family.” Yoder offers a few of her design tips that will help any homeowner revamp their space: Pops of color. “Nothing livens up a room like a bright pop of color,” Yoder says. If you have neutral-toned furniture, try sprucing up the room with lamps, curtains and accessories in bold hues. If you’re up for a painting challenge, an accent wall is a great way to incorporate color into a space. Choose your favorite color from a throw pillow or wall-art piece in the room to pull the look together. Varying textures. A room tends to get boring when it focuses on only one texture, so it’s important to create a sense of balance. Try varying the fabric types on your sofa and curtains. Add in some metal or wooden accents to draw the eye around the room. You can even play with lighting to reflect off certain objects and create visual interest. Symmetrical yet functional. The furniture collection in a room should form a restful, symmetrical layout. It’s all about balance. There should be between three and 10 feet between each seat. Additionally, instead of pushing each piece up against the wall to create more space, give your furniture a bit of breathing room a few inches from the wall. This makes the room appear open and airy. Clutter-free organization. Getting rid of clutter is a grand challenge for most homeowners. When you decide to take on the mess, drawers and cabinets are your best friends. Take some time to go through your belongings and decide what to keep, donate or throw away. Store any leftover items that can cause clutter in an organized, out-of-sight area. — Brandpoint HOME-SELLING TIP According to the National Association of Realtors’ 2014 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, heating and cooling costs were at least somewhat important to 86 percent of all buyers. That means that if you’re looking at selling your home sometime soon, you’d be smart to think about making upgrades that are energy efficient. Simple things like replacing drafty old windows and sealing up leaks that allow cold or hot air to get into your house can make a big difference in your utility bills. Adding insulation in your attic is another wise idea. — More Content Now DECORATING TIP Choose an antique or unique piece of décor to be the inspiration for the room, suggests Susan Yoder, interior design expert for Clayton Homes. This could be a rug, lamp, chair or even a chandelier … anything that gets you energized and motivated. Get creative and run with the theme it creates. Or if your style is more on the modern side, an antique object will stand out among your contemporary decor. — Brandpoint GARDEN GUIDE The end of summer is a great time for pruning and fertilizing your roses to ensure a brilliant yield of flowers, come fall. Get rid of dead stems and prune healthy canes. Feed your plants with rose fertilizer, and add fresh mulch to keep your roses healthy. Make sure to water your roses at ground level early on in the day to reduce the plant’s risk of black spots and other diseases. — More Content Now MailTribune.com Writer Posted Sep. 4, 2015 at 2:00 PM » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... 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