With people staying home a lot more than usual, many are finding creative ways to pass the time. Maybe you just want to take your social distancing a step further by setting up your home for your own villain era. You can get really creative with this one. While you may not be able to actually commit nefarious deeds, you can at least live like a villain and make your house the envy of any villain lover. Here are some questions and ways to get started.
What To Do Before You Get Started
Before you get too busy making your home into evil’s domain, here are some questions to ask yourself.
•What kind of villain am I trying to be? Is it a classic comic-book villain, or something more whimsical, like a campy TV villain?
•What kind of look do I want to achieve? Modern and sleek or low-key and subtle?
•Am I trying to set up an inviting area for plotting evil plots or just to relax after a hard day of villainy?
•Do I have an existing color scheme I want to work with?
•Do I already have items in my home I can work with, or do I need to buy new furniture and decorations?
If you have an idea of what kind of villain you are trying to portray and what kind of look you want to achieve, you are ready to start decorating.
Creating a Cozy, Fiendish Atmosphere
Create a cozy, fiendish atmosphere in your home with these fun tips.
•Use color to your advantage. Vibrant shades of red and black often work best in a villainous atmosphere, but don’t feel limited to these two colors. You can also use shades of purple, green, and orange to create an evil lair.
•Add accents and ambiance with lighting. Accent lighting like wall sconces and LED strip lights can create an amenably evil mood.
•Invest in furniture that has a regal look and feel. Try leather couches and chairs with chrome trim. This can add a touch of both style and panic when villains have their meetings.
•Hang greenery from the ceiling. This looks amazing and adds some life to your space. When done correctly, it looks almost alien, which is great for setting the tone of a villainous hideaway.
•Choose area rugs that make a statement. Black rugs with evil patterns look great and provide a base to the structure of your gloomy interior.
•Replace the boring curtains with something daring and dramatic. Red velvet curtains will look great in a villainous lair. They’re sure to be the envy of any other villain.
Decorating with Unexpected Touches
Take your villainous look that step further with unexpected touches. These decorations can really add that extra touch to create a villain-worthy lair.
•Replace the artwork with pieces that match your interior. Remove any canvases or framed images and replace them with warped mirrors, statues, and other art pieces.
•Display your trophies. If you’re a fan of displaying trophies, why not do that with your villainous side? Create a monument wall with pictures of your “victories” to serve as a reminder of your greatness.
•Cushion your furniture in black. You can turn any normal furniture piece into something dark and mysterious by covering it with black fabric. This could be the perfect way to give an old or outdated sofa a bold new look.
•Don’t forget the art. Add some wall art or sculptures that feature writings or cryptic symbols. This could also be a great way to show off your villainous side.
•Add pieces of furniture that are unique yet practical. Ornately carved end tables, a throne-like chair, or a bookshelf with mysterious books are all great touches.
Create a Finishing Touch
Now that you have the basics of your villainous home design, the best thing you can do is to add the finishing touches. These can make all the difference in making your home look and feel like a true villain’s workspace and hideaway.
•Add festive decorations. If you’re feeling extra villainous, why not a bat chandelier or some spiderweb drapes?
•Light candles and fragrances to complete the atmosphere. Candles with ominous scents like blackberry or dragonsblood can really create a villainous atmosphere.
•Add a few gadgets and props related to your villainous activities. If you like dressing up as your villain character, why not add a few of your props to the décor?
•Finally, don’t forget the music. Create a playlist with songs that evoke that villainous state of mind. Classical music, horror movie soundtracks, and industrial songs are excellent choices.
If you’re looking for a way to spruce up your home with a villainous touch, remember to think out of the box. Be creative and have fun with your décor. Look for ways to make the atmosphere out of the ordinary, and your home will be set for the villain era in no time.