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7 Interior Design Mistakes Pros See All the Time, Plus How to Fix Them
28.06.2024 - 14:13 / thespruce.com / Melissa Epifano
Interior design mistakes run the gamut from problems like imperfectly laid flooring (hello, tripping hazards) to lesser issues like getting the wrong size living room rug. Even if you can't quite put your finger on what's feeling wrong in a certain space, it'll likely stem from the most typical faux pas.
Design is very personal, and what might be a no-go to one person will feel just right for another. That being said, we spoke with a handful of interior designers on the problems they see all the time.
To help you avoid these mistakes in your own home, here's what they always notice and how to rectify these issues or prevent them in the first place.
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Audrey Scheck, founder of Audrey Scheck Design, points out that lighting is a common problem she sees when she's designing homes. Much of it has to do with the infamous «big light,» and she finds many people rely solely on overhead lighting.
«Lighting affects so much and is essential when setting the mood and feel of a room,» she says.
The solution? Scheck says to have warmth and individuality at the forefront of your mind. Rather than using only recessed lights or the ceiling fixture, layer lighting. A mix of task, ambient, and accent lighting can sophisticate and highlight your home, she says.
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Andrea West of Andrea West Design says the number-one mistake her firm sees is buying furniture and decor that is too small for your space—and it's a problem Scheck often sees, too.
West notes scale is imperative for nailing your design. With items that are too small, your home can feel cluttered as it
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