Decorating Tips Every Design Enthusiast Should Know

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Every room needs light fixtures. Designers suggest at least three advises multiple light sources beyond overhead for living rooms and bedrooms.

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Elevate your home with statement pieces, but avoid overloading. Include one focal point per room, advises Nichole Abbott, interior designer.

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Trends are alluring, yet designers advise following your preferences, not the crowd's. Alice Chiu suggests timeless decor with personal touches endures.

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When decorating, use layers base with major furniture, second with smaller pieces, third with textiles and accessories. Adaptable layers evolve with home.

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Experiment with diverse furniture sizes for dynamic interior designs. Vary proportions for visual interest and balance.

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Experiment with diverse furniture sizes for dynamic interior designs. Vary proportions for visual interest and balance.

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Enhance space versatility with multitasking furniture. Ottomans as tables, pillows as seating. Interior designer Esther Dormer suggests flexible living room design.

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Give ceilings attention. Wallpaper or bold paint brings them to life, says Andrea Harvey Hysmith. Unconventional yet impactful, it makes a statement.

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Creative Furniture Desigs for Modern Living

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