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7+ Home Decor Dos and Don’ts (Tips from Interior Designers)

Robert M. Luckey June 17, 2022 4 min read

Decorating the house can be quite a difficult task. There are hundreds of aesthetics to choose from, you have to consider your budget, some things just look out of place. All of this can quickly become overwhelming. And if you can’t get a designer to help, it leaves your hands tied. So far at least. Today we are going to show you some of the best designer secrets when it comes to decorating your home. So, let’s check them out.

Decorating the house can be quite a difficult task


Today we won’t be discussing any feng shui, but rather some interior designer secrets when it comes to home decorating. Don’t think of them as strict rules, but rather as unforgettable advice from specialists. After all, decorating your space is a type of art form that is super personal. So, let’s see what the designers have to say.

Don’t think of them as strict rules, but rather as unforgettable advice from specialists

yellow chair in the middle of the room

#Mix the old and the new

Although you may only want new furniture, it’s a good idea to have a mix of new and old. To have something slightly aged in space. This will help make the piece less uniform and less catalog-like. After all, you want the space to feel like home, not like a furniture store. Having a mix of new and old makes the space feel authentic.

It’s a good idea to have a mix of new and old parts

felicia alam home tower living room in white

@Felicia Alam

#Do not make themes

Although you may be tempted to stick to one theme and decorate in one specific style, it can be a slippery slope. Often the inspiration goes too far and the space can get very sticky, very quickly. What was intended to be a tribute to a tropical land can feel out of place and out of context with the whole house.

Often the inspiration goes too far and the space can get very sticky.

tropical themed bedroom with palm furniture


@Bedding and beyond

#Focus on the budget on a few pieces

We know decorating can be very expensive and unless you have an unlimited budget, you will most likely have to compromise. It is therefore important to know where to invest and where not to invest, rather than trying to distribute the budget evenly. Have a few bullion coins that you know will stand the test of time. For example, invest in a nice sofa, or a nice armchair, or a beautiful painting.

Painting is an amazing centerpiece in this room

decorate a white living room with a colorful painting

@Francisco de Almeida Dias

#Don’t Have Matching Furniture Set

If furniture and matching textiles were fashionable before, those days are long gone. Most people make the mistake of trying to fit everything in space, but that’s a mistake. The fact that everything matches just creates the feeling of a store and makes the room lack personality and authenticity. So, rather than going out to buy all the furniture, find complementary but different pieces.

Having everything assorted only creates the feeling of a store

matching bed and side table in the bedroom

@MiCasa Furniture

#Declutter Often

Having a cluttered home will make even the best-designed homes seem less expensive and unattractive. Yes, clutter still happens and that’s why it’s good to declutter as often as possible. A room doesn’t need to be cluttered with objects to look beautiful. So opening up some free space is a good thing. Get rid of old magazines or broken devices.

Having a cluttered home will make even the best-designed homes look cheap.

eclectic living room decoration with large figures

@Guta Louro Designs

#Don’t go too far

Have you ever heard the saying “just because you can doesn’t mean you should”? It is also very relevant when it comes to the design of the house. Yes, you can paint a wall 5 different colors, but that doesn’t mean it will look good. It is important to know when to stop. This can mean with decorations, colors, furniture and so on. You want to create a balanced and welcoming space, not one that overwhelms you.

It’s important to know when to stop

a modern eclectic living room with bright pops of color can always be cluttered

@Kelly Wearstler

#Take time to choose the paint color

Picking a color for your space can make it or break it. That’s why it’s important to take your time and find the color that best suits your space and aesthetic. It’s also good to know which colors don’t suit your space. This way you can focus on which colors work best.

Choosing a color for your space can make it or break it

home decoration dark blue bedroom paint color

@Alec Hemer

#Do not place furniture against the wall

This is a very common mistake, but it’s a big no-no. Unless your space is very confined and you live in a very small space, try not to stick all of your furniture to the wall. It is important to let the walls breathe. This will create a better layout and the feeling of a better flow of space.

Unless your space is very confined, try not to stick all of your furniture to the wall

home decoration white living room sofa glued to the wall

@Getty

These are all the tips and tricks we have on home decorating. We hope you found this article useful. Now you can continue to decorate your home and transform it into the perfect space. After all, it is important to create a space in which you feel good.

Keep decorating your home and turn it into a perfect space

desihn bedroom decor with sage green wall

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