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A general guideline is to allocate 10-15% of the total room budget to accessories. For a living room furnished at £5,000, budget £500-£750 for accessories. At minimum, a well-accessorised living room needs: cushions (£60-£200), a throw (£30-£100), a rug (£100-£500), artwork (£50-£300), table lamp(s)
# Home Accessories: 10 Frequently Asked Questions
## 1. How much should I budget for accessorising a room?
A general guideline is to allocate 10-15% of the total room budget to accessories. For a living room furnished at £5,000, budget £500-£750 for accessories. At minimum, a well-accessorised living room needs: cushions (£60-£200), a throw (£30-£100), a rug (£100-£500), artwork (£50-£300), table lamp(s) (£40-£200), candles and scent (£30-£80), and a decorative object or vase (£20-£100). This totals £330-£1,480, demonstrating that effective accessorising does not require huge expenditure. The key is being selective — a few well-chosen pieces create more impact than dozens of cheap items. Browse unique accessories from independent retailers on HouseJester.
## 2. What are the biggest home accessories trends for 2026?
Key trends include textured ceramics in earthy tones (handmade pottery, terracotta, raw stoneware), organic shapes (irregular vases, sculptural objects), warm metallics (brushed brass and aged bronze replacing cool chrome), chunky knitted and bouclé textiles, dried and preserved botanicals alongside living plants, artisanal glassware in amber and olive tones, and sustainable, handcrafted pieces with visible maker's marks. Maximalism continues to grow, with layered patterns, bold colour mixing, and curated collections of meaningful objects replacing the bare minimalism of previous years. However, the emphasis is on thoughtful curation rather than excess — each p
