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The Upgrade: 3 Must Have Apps to Bring Out Your Inner Decorator

Give your home a new look with these design apps.
The Upgrade: 3 Must Have Apps to Bring Out Your Inner Decorator
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By Danielle Pointdujour · Updated December 6, 2020
It’s almost 2019, and while the temptation may be to focus on a “New year, new me,” don’t forget to give your home a makeover too. Deciding to refresh your home can be an overwhelming and daunting task, but with these three apps, you’ll be able to easily tap into your inner design goddess and create a space you’ll love.
 
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Houzz
CNN once dubbed Houzz the Wikipedia of interior design, and with 16 million+ high-res images of interiors (and exteriors!), and over 10 million products to shop from, they weren’t lying. Available for both iPhone and Android, users can read reviews, keep track of sales, design rooms by type. see what products will look like in their space with the 3D feature View in My Room, and even share photos with friends.
The Upgrade: 3 Must Have Apps to Bring Out Your Inner Decorator
Photo Credit: Houzz
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Havenly
If your house is in need of a refresh, but you have no clue where to start and a small budget, then Havenly was made just for you. This app allows you to choose from over 100 professional interior designers, collaborate on ideas that work within your personal budget, and then receive a visualization of your finished space. Pricing ranges from free to $169 for a full design consult.
The Upgrade: 3 Must Have Apps to Bring Out Your Inner Decorator
Photo Credit: Havenly
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Color Capture
Finding it hard to choose between fifty shades of grey for your bedroom accent wall? No worries! Color Capture from Benjamin Moore has more than 3,000 paint colors to choose from. If you see a color you love, just snap a photo and the app, available for both iPhone and Android, will you give suggested paint options to match it.
The Upgrade: 3 Must Have Apps to Bring Out Your Inner Decorator
Photo Credit: Benjamin Moore
TOPICS:  Tech