Make Your Home Look Like You Hired An Interior Designer Magazines And home design and decor Websites Are Full Of Inspirational ideas. Here's a few tips we've picked up over the years. Color Schemes: Use up to Three Colors Or Shades. Less is more, and remember you have lots of opportunity to add in color with accents and decor Furnishings: Find you Statement Furniture piece or pieces. One or two key items that will make an impact in your space is all thats needed for the wow factor. Decor: Decorative Bowls, Baskets, Trays and fabrics can be used for punches of color and to add excitement to the eye.