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HOW TO MAKE YOUR HOME LOOK 10X MORE EXPENSIVE THAN YOUR RELATIVE’ NEIGHBOURS

Modern dark-themed living room with luxurious elements and cozy seating

I am so excited to share this with you, oh my god. So, if you want your home to look like something out of a high-end magazine like the kind of place your relatives and neighbours simply cannot stop discussing then I’m there for it. Read on to learn how to make a place look 10x more expensive with no crazy budget. It’s all the tips and hacks I’ve learned over the years. Seriously, an interior designer would be super impressed with how you can make your space pop with less budget!

How to make your home look 10x more expensive than your relative’s neighbours   

1. Dark Walls = Instant Drama   

Modern dark-themed living room with luxurious elements and cozy seating
A stylish dark-themed living room with plush seating and elegant décor that elevates your space effortlessly

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My secret weapon is dark walls. I swear, I went for Deep Navy in my living room and it completely altered the vibe. I

t immediately makes everything feel more luxe like, my place could be in some high-end magazine. Charcoal or even black walls? YES. It’s bold and it’s dramatic and it adds so much sophistication.

I guarantee people will come in, they’ll walk in and be like, “Wait, is this a fancy hotel?”  I have had people ask if I hired an interior designer.

Hugely, if you want that “wow” factor on a not-so-well-expressed eye, darkish shutters are the simplest trick. Blue Gray Wall adds an extra layer of elegance, too.

It balances perfectly between cosy and modern, making any room feel inviting yet chic. So, trust me, this is something you have to try.

It instantly upgrades your space, and best of all it works beautifully in any room be it a living room, bedroom, or even bathroom. So do it, and let the magic unfold.

2. Ditch the Plastic Bins   

Stackable storage drawers for a home that looks 10x more expensive
Elegant stackable storage drawers help organize your space and make your home look 10x more expensive effortlessly

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All right, let me tell you, plastic bins? We have to ditch them. I believe I had those things all over under my bed, in the closets, everywhere.

Then I switched to these super cute, stylish baskets, and boom, my space went from “meh” to chic in no time. I swear, it just clicked.

It was a wholly different vibe. It’s like those bins were holding me up from my true potential. And now, everything looks a hell of a lot more polished and put together.

You must make this move in life,  I assure you. It’s the easiest hack to make your space look expensive,  and it’s affordable. Just do it.

It’s the little things, and after making this change, you’ll look at your place in an entirely new way. Your home will feel instantly more sophisticated.

3. Matching Furniture = Goals 

Elegant neutral-toned living room with stylish furniture and décor
A bright neutral living room with plush seating and refined décor making your home look effortlessly luxurious

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Right, listen here matching furniture is everything. I used to have mismatched pieces everywhere until I changed it and decided to pick a look for my home, and oh my god, I swear that my home felt like a completely different place.

Suddenly, it appeared like I had hired an interior designer or something.” It’s like it just snapped together and instantly brought the whole space this elevated, “I’ve got my shit together” vibe.

I swear if you want your place to look fancy without really trying, this one is the easiest. I promise you, that if everything matches, you’ll see your space undergo a sleek and sophisticated transformation.

4. Lighting That Pops    

Vintage glass pendant lights for a stylish and luxurious home design
Elegant glass pendant lights with warm tones adding a luxurious touch making your home look refined and stylish

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Lighting is everything. I made the mistake of cheap lighting before so I’m never doing that again.

You need to invest in some real pieces like chandeliers, pendant lights or those statement lamps that give you that right glow.

I swear it’s the fastest way to make your space feel high-end. That warm, soft light just makes everything better. It’s like your room gets a new vibe, but you don’t have to lift a finger.

Believe me, invest a little in lighting and your space is instantly 10x nicer. This step is where the magic happens, so don’t overlook it.

Plus, the perfect lighting makes such a cosy and welcoming atmosphere. Your friends will become obsessed with how it feels and they won’t even know why.

5. Ceiling Magic   

Luxury false ceiling design with warm LED lighting for elegance
Stylish false ceiling with warm lighting and built-in storage adding elegance making your home look grand

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I can’t tell you how easily a crown moulding or a false ceiling can change everything. I’m just saying, I added a little moulding, and it feels like an upscale hotel every time I walk in the door.

It is incredible how such a small piece can make your entire room feel 10x more luxe. I’m obsessed now! I also put some wallpaper on the ceiling (don’t judge, it’s so chic), and it’s like a mini transformation.

You walk into the room and suddenly you feel as if you’re at some high-end spot you saw on Instagram. It’s such a small shift that makes a big difference.

If you want that “wow” factor, I promise this is it. Just try it, trust me. You’ll be hooked.

6. Upgrade That Coffee Table   

Marble coffee table with gold legs adding luxury to living space
Marble top coffee table with gold base making your home look 10x more expensive than your relative’s neighbours

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All right, babe, you have to get rid of that plastic coffee table. I did and my living room is now “eh” to chic in seconds.

Choose something streamlined, like marble or wood. I got rid of mine and it was like the space I live in suddenly had its life together like,  I was an adult who knew what I was doing.

Now, when someone walks in, they’re like, “OK, this is a vibe.” It’s amazing how a small little upgrade like that can completely change the entire feel of your home. Trust me, do it.

You’re going to be obsessed, and so will your guests.

7. Velvet Everything   

Velvet blue sofa with gold accents for a luxurious living room
Velvet blue sofa with gold details proving how to make your home look 10x more expensive than your relative’s neighbours

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No lie, I bought a velvet couch and OMG it’s the most extravagant thing I’ve ever owned. If you’re not ready to dive fully into a velvet couch, just pick up a velvet throw.

Trust me,  it’s the fastest upgrade you can get. You will achieve that fancy, glamorous vibe without trying too hard.

You will notice the difference, once you try it and from the moment you try it, velvet will be the secret ingredient that you need in your life to be luxurious as hell.

Trust me, it’s one of those little tweaks that immediately makes your pad feel a lot more luxe. Do yourself a favour, you will not regret it.

Velvet is everything! It introduces this rich texture that immediately makes your room feel more elegant. Another easy way to add richness to your space is through wall texture paint designs for hall.

The right textured wall can elevate the room with depth and personality, making it feel as opulent as your velvet throw. No kidding, after velvet you won’t look back!

8. Black Furniture, But Make It Fashion   

Luxury black bedroom furniture with zebra print accents
Black furniture with zebra prints showing how to make your home look 10x more expensive than your relative’s neighbours

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I know,  black furniture sounds loud, but it’s so chic. At first, I was like hmm maybe that’s too much but when I did it my whole vibe was different.

Everything seems sleek, contemporary, and simply chic. Honestly, I felt like I walked into a magazine spread. Black furniture is just something, it brings this effortless style and sophistication into a space.

If you want your place to feel next level, this is the move. Don’t fight it. Try it and you’ll see your space a whole new way. You’ll be obsessed.

It’s also really versatile it goes with any colour scheme and makes your room look polished and high-end. It’s something you’ll wish you would have done sooner once you try it!

9. High-Quality Curtains   

Elegant patterned curtains with sheer white drapes in a bright room
Patterned curtains with sheer drapes showing how to make your home look 10x more expensive than your relative’s neighbours

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First of all. Get rid of those ugly, cheap curtains from Target. I did, and I’ll tell you, I went for high-quality linen or silk and it was 100% worth every dollar.

My room is so much more expensive now. Those little fabric details are such a huge difference. I swear, even the rest of my space feels fancier with new curtains.

Believe me, you cannot be cheap about this. It’s one of the little things that elevate everything. Once I replaced mine, it was like I was living in a luxury hotel.

You need to do this, girl. You’ll be addicted to how it elevates your energy!

10. Big Mirrors = Instant Glam   

Gold-framed arched mirror with pampas grass and chic decor
A gold-framed mirror with pampas grass showing how to make your home look 10x more expensive than your relative’s neighbours

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So, I got this giant mirror, and it transformed my space. I mean, it just really raised the vibe, you know.

It does add sophistication level to things and makes everything look so much bigger, brighter and way more luxurious. I’m truly obsessed with mirrors now.

If you want that “wow” factor with no effort, a large mirror is your best friend. It’s like a little shortcut to how to make your space look 10x fancier.

It’s like every time someone walks in, they’re just like, “Whoa, this place is next level.” Believe me, it will be another thing you go for. You’re in for a real shock here with the transformation.

11. Gold Accents   

Luxury gold and grey home decor with plush pillows and floral vases
Elegant gold and grey home decor with plush cushions and floral vases for a rich and stylish ambiance

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All I added was a bit of sprinkling of gold and suddenly, my home felt more like a luxury hotel than a series of picture frames and lamps.

It’s honestly crazy how a little flash of gold can elevate everything to feel way more luxe. I am obsessed with this trick.

Perhaps you do not need to overdo it, but trust me on this: those small gold accents are magic. They are like the secret sauce to transforming a home into a space (that looks chic and well-designed) without putting much effort into it.

A small shift that changes the whole atmosphere. Add a little gold and watch your place go from basic to fancy. You’ll love it!

12. Vintage Finds are the secret   

Vintage floral lampshades adding charm to a classic interior design
Floral lampshades and classic lighting create a warm vintage vibe making your home look 10x more expensive

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Girl, I am all about going to flea markets and vintage stores. Honestly, those rare pieces give my space so much more character that it’s not like every other apartment out there.

Those unique finds help add so much personality and charm to the room. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve landed some crazy cool find and my whole place just felt so much more expensive.

The hunt is worth it. You get items that tell a story and that no one else has. I swear,  simply by adding a couple of vintage finds to your space, I can guarantee it will suddenly feel 100% more expensive. Get on it, you’ll be hooked!

13. One Killer Chandelier   

Luxury crystal chandelier elevating a grand and opulent interior design
A grand crystal chandelier adds elegance and makes your home look 10x more expensive than your relative’s neighbours

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I went all out with a statement chandelier,  and OMG my room went from “meh” to high-end in seconds. I’m not even kidding.

That one light fixture completely transformed the feeling of the room. It’s a huge game changer you know. Lighting can make or break a space, and this chandelier added such a luxe feeling to everything.

It’s seriously one of those pieces that pull the whole room together and just give it that wow factor. A killer chandelier indulges your desire for a touch of fancy in your space without too much effort.

I promise you’ll be asking yourself why you waited so long after you got it!

14. Signature Scent = Mood Maker   

Elegant wooden diffuser adding a luxurious touch to home decor
A stylish diffuser enhances ambiance making your home look 10x more expensive than your relative’s neighbours

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And so I added this subtle luxury scent into my home and, I must say, it’s been transformational. Now, every time I walk in, it feels like I’m entering a fancy hotel lobby.

The vibe is just next level. It’s wild the way a scent can change your space. I swear, it’s one of those tiny details that immediately makes your home feel elegant.

I went for something light and fresh, but whatever fragrance you select, it’s an invisible upgrade. Try it! Your own house will seem infinitely fancier, and you will relish it every time you enter.

15. Entryway Is Everything   

Luxury entryway design with white doors and gold accents
A stylish entryway with gold accents and soft lighting makes your home look 10x more expensive than your relative’s neighbours

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Well, we all know the first impression is the last. I went all in on my entryway with a killer rug and a stand-out piece, and let me tell you every time guests come in they feel like they just stepped into a five-star hotel.

It’s the first thing they see, so I made it matter. An entryway to be proud of will set the tone for your entire home and is one of the easiest ways to make your space seem high-end.

Don’t overlook this one, trust me. A stylish rug, striking art, or a chic console table? It will instantly transform your space as soon as people walk in.

Final Thoughts   

Now with all these somewhat easy, but life-changing hacks to no-budget up your home. These little adjustments will elevate your space to the next level, trust me. I swear by them, and to be honest? You can even make an interior designer shook with how well you can place your house on a budget. From daring, dark walls to velvet couches and gold accents, it’s all about achieving that luxe look without the price. So, try the tricks and watch your place go from basic to fancy. You’ll be obsessed with the results, and so will everybody who steps foot in your home!

About Amanda Dsouza

Amanda D’souza, CEO of Euphoria Interiors, blends her strong design sense with a warm, calm identity. Originally from India, she grew up in the UAE and completed her undergraduate degree in Interior Design, holding six years of experience in Dubai. Her inherent expertise and creativity flow down to her team and eventually into every project the company onboards. Inspired by humanity, culture, and heritage, Amanda has a fine taste for handcrafted work and textural materials. She is an avid traveler who draws inspiration from her experiences and exposure to diverse cultures. Being a passionate soul, Amanda soon came to the realization that her deeper sense of purpose is giving back to society through the experience of creating aesthetic, conscious, yet functional spaces to enhance one’s everyday life experience, which led to the start of her journey with Euphoria.

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