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2020 MBA VIRTUAL PARADE OF HOMES 2020 10 Regardless of the circumstances, it can be hard to nail down the perfect time to tackle a major renovation project. But, it doesn't take a whole- home remodel to give your space a luxurious new feel-with the right faux features and some sensibly chic tweaks, you can create the elegant interior of your dreams, right now! From glamorous art galas to gilded cabinetry, these four fall updates will give your home the reasonably-priced royal treatment it deserves. Chic Tweaks Instill a sense of elegance in your space with the help of some stylish wainscoting! A favorite among builders and remodelers, this tasteful tweak adds a posh personality to any wall (or ceiling), in any room, in no time at all! Add it to your living room for a subtle, suave accent, or bring it into your bedroom to create the illu- sion of an expansive headboard. Pro-Tip: Accentuate that elegant accent with wainscoting's stylish cousin: shaker cabinetry. Shaker cabi- nets pair perfectly with wainscoting, creating that classy, cohesive look for less. Abstract Elegance Get the glitz and grandeur of a fine art gala by cultivating a collection of your own. Nowadays, high-quality art can be purchased or printed for next- to-nothing. All you need to do is find an unknown artist or two, pick a few pieces that match your design style, and let the art do the talking. A few oversized exhibits scattered through- out your home all but guarantees a fabulous interior. Pro-Tip: Skip the ornate art frames and get a few recessed niches installed in your walls, instead! It doesn't matter if the piece is postmod- ern or pop, putting it in a plain white frame in niche will leave a lasting lux- urious impression. First-Class Faux Hardwood has been the gold-stan- dard in flooring for ages, and justifi- ably so; its naturally-aged aesthetic radiates warmth and character with ease. However, laminate, luxury vinyl, and even tile can create the appear- ance of genuine hard-wood flooring for a fraction of the cost. Just find your favorite faux look and let the flooring designers take care of the rest. Royal Treatments Glam up your bathroom for a bar- gain with a royal-white makeover! Inherently elegant and ever-luxuri- ous, white paint has the power to transform any old washroom into a space fit for a queen. Paint every inch, from the sink to the ceiling, and use darker bath décor and towels to really make it pop. When you're finished, your shower room will be dripping in finesse. Pro-Tip: Bring luxury full-circle with gilded cabinetry hardware. The white/gold color combo is one that will never go out of style. With just a few sensibly chic tweaks, you'll be able to create an ele- gant aesthetic long before the snow starts falling! For more easy-to-apply design tips, style inspiration, and even some exclusive product dis- counts, check out the Insiders List at nonns.com/get-insiders-list. - Nonn's Style Experts Sensibly Chic