8 Things Designers Notice the First Time They Enter a Home

This indicates that the space includes a variety of light sources, such as recessed, sconces, hanging lighting, and others.

1. How the room is lit

When we're building, I search for architectural flaws that we can correct, such as misaligned doorways and awkwardly placed overhead lighting.

2. The layout of the room

When we're building, I search for architectural flaws that we can correct, such as misaligned doorways and awkwardly placed overhead lighting.

3. If the sofa is against the wall

Flowers by the entrance, an organized but used entryway, and, of course, a conveniently available bar help a place feel like a home.

4. Whether or not there are flowers

It irritates me when a sofa has only two sad throw cushions." Not to mention that having numerous throws on your couch will make it much cozier.

5. The number of pillows on the couch

So many times I walk into lovely houses only to find endless small mementos sitting on the mantel gathering dust!" Permission given to discard those 10-year-old crafts.

6. All the little items

Books arranged in mounds typically indicate that no one is reading them and that they are merely decorative accessories. He prefers his hardcover collection to be more accessible.

7. How shelves are arranged

Investing in well-proportioned trimmings helps establish a room's style and basis. A poor stock trim or casing, on the other hand, cannot be hidden.

8. All the woodwork on the walls

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