Home decor taboo: Fake plants and fruits
Trust us! There are quite a few real plants that can be pretty easy to keep alive. Sp skip the fake stuff, especially since natural plants enhance the overall environment of your living spaces.
We get that not everyone was born with a green thumb, but there are a couple examples, like aloe, snake plants, and bamboo, that are some of the easiest plants to take care of.
There are also a bunch of apps that can track growth and let you know how much water and sun your plants need, which takes all the guessing out of it.
Home decor taboo: String lights when it’s not Christmas
String lights can make your room look low-grade. In the opinion of many home decorators, nothing cheapens a living area more than hanging string lights all around your walls.
We understand if you want pieces throughout your home to add light and extra layers to your space, but there are more effective ways you can accomplish this, like with accent lamps.
Neon lights are also an excellent alternative to string lights because they can be playful and fun but less cheap-looking.
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Excellent piece. I agree 100% with your list of design flaws. They are obvious; however, it will be
very helpful to folks. Thank you.
The barn door craze was always a wonder for me! I approve of every suggestion!!
Very helpful article, although I’m not guilty of any of those.
Very helpful information!
Bravo! So many people cling to bulky recliners, bulky sofas, etc. your list is a good start for upgrading. I would add, try to keep kitchen counters as decluttered as possible.