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STUDIO 790 BLOG POST

The Finishing Touch: How Accessories Bring Your Design to Life

  • Writer: Ann Lopez
    Ann Lopez
  • Nov 6
  • 2 min read

You’ve selected the perfect sofa, chosen the right rug, and painted the walls in your favorite neutral but something still feels missing. That final layer of life and personality isn’t there yet.


That’s where accessories come in.


At Studio 790, we often say the last 10% of a design makes 90% of the difference. It’s the art of styling the finishing touch that takes your home from beautiful to breathtaking.


Here’s how to get it right.


1. Balance Beauty and Function


Accessories aren’t just décor; they’re what make a space work for your lifestyle. Mix sculptural vases with a stack of books you actually read. Use trays to corral remotes or candles so everything looks intentional. Every item should feel both purposeful and beautiful.


Modern living room with a white sofa, patterned pillows, a round wood table, books, decor, plants, and grid-patterned carpet, exuding calmness.

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2. Layer Textures and Materials


A room without texture can feel flat, no matter how well-designed it is. Combine materials like ceramic, marble, glass, and brass to add depth. Layer soft textiles think throws, linen napkins, or woven baskets to warm up sleek surfaces.


Modern kitchen with green cabinets, marble island, wicker chairs, and patterned backsplash. Two globe pendant lights hang above.

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3. Play With Height and Scale


The secret to styled shelves or tables? Variation. Mix tall and short objects, heavy and delicate pieces. Cluster items in odd numbers (groups of three always win) and leave negative space so your eye has room to rest.


Two tan armchairs with green pillows face a bookshelf filled with books and decor. A wood table between them, plant on left, marble table on right.

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4. Tell Your Story


The best accessories are personal. Incorporate meaningful objects, travel mementos, favorite books, or art that speaks to you. It’s these pieces that transform a design from “studio-perfect” to your story, beautifully told.


Modern kitchen with blue cabinets, gold accents, and geometric patterned walls. Marble countertop, wooden island, and stools in foreground.

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5. Add Something Living


No space is complete without life. Fresh flowers, greenery, or even a sculptural branch instantly add warmth and movement. They’re the easiest way to breathe energy into a finished room.



Cozy room with a white chair, ottoman, and lamp. Blue patterned wallpaper, black shelf with plants and books. Light filters through curtains.


Final Thoughts


Accessories are more than just the finishing touch they’re the heartbeat of a well-designed home.

Whether you’re refreshing a coffee table or styling open shelving, remember: approachable luxury lives in the details.


✨ Ready to perfect your space? Work with our team to bring every detail big and small beautifully to life.





 
 
 
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