There’s something incredibly satisfying about a well-designed home because it’s not just stylish decor or the ideal shade of paint you’ve found – it’s also that you can take the opportunity to make it a safe space and really make it somewhere that works with you, rather than against you. And in the end, the best and smartest homes are always safe homes as well, so you can be sure you’re doing it right. With that in mind, here are some simple ways to boost both safety and clever design without sacrificing any style. Read on to find out more. 

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Lighting Is Crucial

The first thing to think about in most cases is going to be your lighting – yes, you’ll need the kind that makes things look good (and ideally that includes you as well!), but you’ll also need that lighting to make your home more secure and a lot more convenient – so there are a few different boxes to tick. 

You can include things like motion sensor lighting by the front door, or perhaps timers for when you’re away, and even voice-controlled systems that let you switch everything off from anywhere in the house (including when you get into bed). Plus, there’s the added benefit of not having to search for light switches in the dark, which can be annoying, to say the least. 

The Layout Is Important 

Have you ever banged your hip on a poorly placed coffee table or tripped over a rug that wasn’t sitting quite right? If so, it might be that your current layout isn’t working properly for you, and it’s actually causing a lot more problems than it’s solving. 

You’ll need to design your home with clear pathways and fewer areas where clutter can start stacking up (sometimes literally), and that way things won’t just look neat, but it’ll also help you move around your home without bumping into things or having any accidents – in other words, you can move freely and that’s going to make you feel a lot more comfortable. And if you really want to make things safe (especially if you’ve got quite young or quite old people in the house), you could invest in things like non-slip flooring, corner guards, and feet for your furniture. 

Doors And Locks Need To Be Considered

We don’t tend to think about our doors until they start sticking or squeaking or generally not doing what they’re meant to do, but the truth is they really matter, and upgrading your locks or adding a smart doorbell can do wonders for your peace of mind. 

And if you’ve got a garage, especially if it’s connected to the house, don’t overlook it – that’s a big entry point, and if it’s looking (or sounding) like there’s a bit of a problem, it’s worth calling in a professional garage door repair service to fix the issues. That’s going to be a lot better for you to use, but also it’s going to make your home a lot safer at the same time, so it’s going to be worthwhile dealing with it sooner rather than later.