In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: A well-coordinated room will look expensive even if the elements of the décor are cheap. Choose a theme that will tie together your room. This will help you look for inexpensive pieces while making it seem as though you have paid an interior decorator. Rooms that seem confused, cluttered, and mismatched have the look of cheap rather than luxury even if the pieces are lovely.  For example:  A beach-themed room would have pictures of the ocean, shell decorations, and a blue-green palette. A rustic, woodsy theme would have wood detailing, paintings of landscapes, and an earthy palette. Industrial themes use repurposed items, steel accents, and sharp edges to give the room a more modern edge. Gray, brick red, and black are popular colors.  Minimalism is a popular and trendy design scheme where you use as few pieces as possible to decorate your room. Simple furniture and white or neutral colors will make the room look as though it could feature in a magazine, likes Home and Garden, but the style is inexpensive to recreate. Stick with white or light neutral shades, such as brown or gray, for the base color. Your walls and larger furniture pieces should belong to this color scheme. For example, you might have beige walls with white doors and gray furniture. Your feature elements will stand out against neutral colors more, which will make them seem more prominent.  Some neutral colors you can mix and match include:  Gray Slate Blue Taupe Soft yellow Off-white shades like ivory and cream Coffee brown Tan Beige Accent pieces are small decorative items that contrast with your neutral color scheme. They are usually either brightly colored or patterned. Accent pieces can be easily and cheaply be replaced if you ever change your style. Make sure all of your accent pieces are the same color for maximum effect. Some items you might consider for accents include:  Vases Pillows or cushions Blankets or throws Picture Frames Ottoman Tablecloths Flowers Figurines Striped, dotted, or chevron patterned objects A focal point is a piece of furniture, art, or object that is the primary decoration in the room. Having one grand piece will draw attention to it, making it seem important and pricey. A room in which there is no clear focus tends to feel cheap.   Some good focal points for a room include:  A large painting A unique table Two retro mod chairs A wall decal Full-length book shelves An ornate mirror Ironically, having less" clutter in a room makes the overall impression that of luxury. You do not want a room that is filled with furniture and decorative items and resembles a second hand shop. Limit how many decorative pieces display. This creates the impression that you spent more on a few, expensive items instead of buying many cheaper items. When placing your decorative items around the room, keep a little bit of space between each item.    {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/1\/1a\/Fake-Expensive-Decor-Step-6.jpg\/v4-460px-Fake-Expensive-Decor-Step-6.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/1\/1a\/Fake-Expensive-Decor-Step-6.jpg\/aid8461076-v4-728px-Fake-Expensive-Decor-Step-6.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}  Decorative shelves should ideally not be crammed with items. It's tempting to fill that space with stuff. Instead, only fill 1/2 to 3/4 of the space, leaving some empty space. Keep your surfaces, such as coffee tables, counters, and TV stands mostly clear.  Choose only one or two items to place on these surfaces. For example, you might keep a lamp on a side table with a single picture frame but nothing else.   If in doubt, remove. Try taking out a piece of furniture. See what happens if the coffee table is simply moved to the another room. Or see what happens if you remove throw pillows/cushions. You may find that less is more.
Summary: Choose a unifying theme. Focus on a neutral color palette. Add accent pieces. Choose a focal point. Avoid clutter.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: It's okay to try to compromise or persuade your parents if they say no. However, do not start complaining, raising your voice, or otherwise behaving in an argumentative fashion. This will only frustrate your parents and will greatly decrease the likelihood they'll change their minds.  Avoid phrases like, "It's not fair!" This can come off as argumentative. Instead, try something like, "Okay, thank you for listening, but I feel like you're not hearing my side." If they say no, don’t protest or plead with them. Show that you are mature by listening to what they say without reacting.  Stay calm, and take a deep breath before you respond. Avoid arguments. Arguing with your parents won’t change their minds; instead, they’ll likely become more resistant to the idea of you getting a phone. Understand their response. If your parents say no, remember that they have a good reason. They have your best interest in mind, or may just not be able to add the expense of a phone right now. If money is a concern, offer to pay for some of the costs yourself. If you already have a job, say you'll save money from that. You can also offer to get a job to help pay for the phone.  You can also offer to earn the phone in other ways. For example, ask if you can have a phone in exchange for bringing your math grade up. Say something like, "I could put $25 of my own money towards the bill each  month." Whether you get a yes or a no, you need to ask your parents a few clarifying questions to know what you need to do next.  If they say yes, ask them for their rules and expectations. Say, “I’m so excited about getting my new phone! How can I prove to you guys that you’re making a good decision?” If they say no, ask them what you can do to show them that you’re ready for a phone. Say, “What can I do to show you that I’m responsible enough for a phone?” If your parents say yes, then talk to them about when you can go phone shopping. If they say no, take steps to show your parents that you are responsible and reconsider how you can show them that you need a phone.  If they say no, remember that you can ask again or they may reconsider, so try not to get upset. Instead, think about what you can do now to help yourself be successful the next time you ask. Remember, when you are asking your parents for the phone, never disturb them by again and again asking to buy the phone. They won't be satisfied with your behavior. If your parents seem hesitant, request a delayed response. Say something like, "I can see you guys aren't entirely sure about this. Why don't you take a few days to think about it and then we can discuss it again?" In the event that your parents are not at all willing to let you get a cellphone, politely accept this. If you accept a "No" with grace, this shows responsibility. Your parents may be more willing to change their minds down the road. End the conversation by saying something like, "Thank you for your time anyway. I appreciate you guys listening."
Summary:
Refrain from arguing or complaining. Accept their answer. Offer to earn the phone. Ask for the details. Plan your next step. Request they think it over. Accept a "No" for now.