Home Decor

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decorating Faux Pas

When it comes to decorating your home, everyone wants to create a space that is cozy, inviting and representative of themselves and their lifestyle. However, there is such a thing as too much! When decorating, you want to make sure you’re not creating clutter and chaos by accident. Here are some common mistakes you’ll want to avoid to end up with a beautiful and polished home.

ONE // Relying too much on open storage

Bookcases and built-in shelving have become a popular home decor element loved by all. They can create a stunning design piece when accented the right way. Items like framed photos, books and collectibles are great ways to fi ll open shelving. What you want to avoid is cramming something in every inch of space causing it to become too full and cluttered. When decorating open storage, be sure to leave open space around the items allowing them to breathe as a whole.

Also, open storage is not the place for electronics and cords. This is an easy way to create clutter. Instead, tuck these away behind a cabinet or in a basket to make your shelving more appealing to the eye.

TWO // using too many colors

When deciding on paint colors and decor for your home, don’t go crazy with the number of colors you’re using. This automatically causes the eye to dance around and feel chaotic. Instead, decide on one or two hues along with a neutral shade to keep the entire room within the same color family. You can get creative by using different tones and shades of the same color to create depth while also keeping the overall look chic and cohesive.

three // adding too many accent pillows

This mistake speaks for itself. Don’t get excited at your local TJMaxx and purchase an abundance of throw pillows for your couch or bed thinking that they’ll all go together perfectly. A good rule of thumb is 2-3 pillows on each end of a sofa to create comfort and a visually pleasing space.

four // pushing furniture against walls

A lot of us might be naturally inclined to use our furniture to frame the lining of a room thinking that it opens up the middle of the room, when in reality it does the opposite. By placing a piece of furniture on every inch of the walls, you’re creating a ‘heaviness’ around the room. Instead, bring your furniture inward and create more conversational spaces that allow the room to really breathe.

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five // placing too much decor on tables

When decorating tables like a living room coffee table, the fewer items the better. You don’t want to cause clutter by overdecorating. Keep the items personal and functional. For example, a beautiful tray on your entry table to hold your keys and sunglasses. Place decor in small groupings to allow the table to feel clean and breathable.

six // hanging pictures randomly

Hanging beautiful art or family photos is the perfect way to decorate and personalize a home. However, adding too many pieces can cause your walls to feel chaotic and haphazard. Instead, place photos in an organized gallery wall arrangement to instantly make the room feel more balanced and put together.