Top 10 Most Popular Interior Design Challenges and Their Solutions in 2 Sentences Or Less
Top 10 Most Popular Interior Design Challenges and Their Solutions in 2 Sentences Or Less
1 How do I choose a dining room rug?
Add 6 feet to the length and width of your table and choose an interesting pattern to counter a plain table. Go 100% wool for easy cleaning.2 How do I decorate a small kitchen?
Add crown moldings, new drawer pulls, and/or paint the cabinets a wild color!
3 How do I properly light my bedroom?
Low wattage in ceiling lights + bedside table lamps + a wall sconce if space permits4 How do I choose a lampshade?
Remember: 60% lamp, 40% lampshade. Match classic shades with classic lamps and save drum shades for modern pieces.* How do I choose the right-size chandelier?
Add the room's length + width in feet, then use that number, in inches, as a guide for the chandelier's diameter. Example: 10' + 14' = 24' so look for a 24" chandelier.
5 How do I create a gallery wall?
Vary the sizes of the works (and frame styles!) and anchor it with 2-3 large pieces to focus the eye.6 How do I make a small space look bigger?
See that everything has its place, play with layered lighting, and make sure the rug takes up enough space in the room7 How do I decorate a bookshelf?
Organize books neatly then add sconces, accessories, and artwork. Feeling daring? Mix in a collection as well8 How do I decorate a coffee table?
Coffee table books + lidded box + flowers + a special treasure. And mind the balance between old/new, hard/soft, luxe/organic
9 How do I decorate around an air conditioner?
Short term: Distract with curtains or a skirted table. Long term: Ask a contractor to design a window seat with lattice work around the unit10 How do I measure for window treatments?
Multiply window size by 2.5 for width, mount hardware as close to the ceiling as possible, and measure length so that drapery hits the floorSource
