10 COMMON INTERIOR DESIGN MISTAKES + HOW TO FIX THEM

10 COMMON INTERIOR DESIGN MISTAKES + HOW TO FIX THEM
Interior Designer: Kristen McGowan

Are you making these common interior design mistakes in your home?! In this video, I go over the top interior design mistakes that I've seen and how to fix them! Going over how to decorate, style, plan, and complete your space to look it’s best! I hope this gives you some ideas to make your home look it’s best and gives you the motivation and inspiration to fix your design mistakes! Let me know in the comment if you have ever/are making these design mistake in your home! #interiordesign #homedecor

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[KristenMcGowan]

Happy Sunday Everyone!☀🏡 Are you making any of these design mistakes in your home?? I hope this video helps guide you to transform your house into a home you love!

[Idagramos]

I've watched basically all your videos and you never disappoint, love them all and learn so much. I hardly ever comment but I always make sure to give you a thumbs up :) I sure do enjoy all your wonderful decor ideas and all the great advice on the do and don'ts. Thank you again for sharing, please keep 'em coming.

[suzisaintjames]

5:00 this is important at my home because when I get home, I set up my bags for my next excursion out. So, I make sure my bags are pretty when on "display" in my entry way. There's my office bag, the bag of bags for the grocery, and bags for returns/exchanges...

What's that you say? If I need to return, I put the item in a bag with the receipt (and maybe a sample if I'm color matching) and usually a note describing the situation on one side and the store name on the other. I clothespin the note (so I can see the store name) to the bag. Then on errand day, I look at the bags and see where I need to go. Having each item in a different bag makes it easy to pick and choose, if I don't have time to get to every place or if they're not located close together. When I get to the return counter, I pull the note and "read" it to the clerk. I look in the bag and surprisingly there's a sample to match the correct color (or size if it's for a DIY hardware piece). And I look really organized, where the reality is: I'm not sure why I'm there until I "read" the clerk the note. 🤫

I also keep a separate bag for friends. No doubtably during a visit I'll say, next time I come, I'll bring.... So when I get home and it's still fresh in my mind, I'll get the thing and put it in "their" bag. Or if on the phone, they want to borrow.... I'll set up a bag with the thing and when they come to pick it up, it's ready to go! (This is especially helpful if the thing needs to be found (I know it's here somewhere), cleaned or mended beforehand.)

Sending lots of love 💖 from sunny 🌞 Arizona 🌵. Take care of yourself and each other 😷

[cvonsutphen]

*Legs* . Finally, some one talking about leg styles! This may seem like a minor detail, but in the totality of a room's aesthetic, it's major. I notice details like that. *Paint* . I'm very into the "color drenching" trend. I prefer matte finishes except for high humidity areas. For baseboards and door trim, step it up to a semi-gloss in the same color for cleanability, or a tint/tone/shade for slight contrast. I'm 57 and ready to bust out of that "white trim and baseboard" look. A seamless transition is much more appealing to me. Thank you Kristen for your tips.

[suzisaintjames]

I didn't think the finish made that much difference, until I got a quart of satin, colored matched to touch up a wall that was mat. It looked like two different colors. But when he used the same color formula to tint a quart of mat... It matched the wall perfectly!

The paint store has a card with the different finishes. Hold it up to your wall and you'll be sure get the right finish every time. (So easy when you have the correct tools!) 💖🌞🌵😷

[Lydia-qhdh]

Hello, following your instructions in this video and some previous ones, I created my living room and dining room look spectacular ❤ thank you Kristen

[velariemelvin]

Furniture legs styles never addressed. Excellent tip👌🏼

[catherine]

🎉thank you!! For pointing out what I see is the most common mistake - hanging art and the proper height on the type of wall and depending on height of the furniture piece below (if there is one) I see this one all the time 😊

[michellebaulch]

I'm moving into my new semi-custom home in a few weeks. I'm so nervous about decorating! We've been in a rental for some time now that has started looking like a frat house! Thank you for all of the great tips!!

[debraenston]

Oh my goodness! These videos are the best. Honestly I feel I am on an interior design course when I watch your videos. We are looking to completely renovate a new home. Your videos will save us both time, energy and money. Truly appreciate the effort you make. Warm regards from England!

[MegaMOUNDS]

Would be cool to get a list or time stamps for these 'list' videos

[willsx]

FYI, if you want to use matte paint in a bathroom check with your paint store. There are companies that make matte finish paint specifically for bathrooms, although it is a little more expensive

[SonjaBeckner]

This interior design mistakes was incredibly informative and helpful. I never realized how much impact small details like rug size and wall art placement could have on the overall look of a room. Thanks to the clear explanations and actionable tips in the video.

[vickiok]

Love Love Love your short videos. So full of great info and ideas.

[crochetingaroundnewzealand]

Great information. Making it a longer video and talking slower and actually watching you choose pieces of furniture and art helps me remember better ❤

[jeanlarson]

As always, your cheerful demeanor has made me smile 😊. I love your videos ❤

[DatLuong-kwqp]

Amazing! How small changes can make a big impact in home decor. Learning about the importance of proportion and scale in furniture arrangement and the power of statement pieces revolutionized.

[avondalemama]

“Form follows function”, Home Economics-101, College freshman course. Love your videos Kristen.

[ninatang]

I never gave much thought to furniture legs before your video, thanks!

[kaylacassidy]

About to purchase my first home! I love your channel and can’t wait to start designing with your tips