Decor enthusiasts do their best to make their home look cozy and inviting. However, a few key mistakes will make a home feel uncomfortable. From overdoing the throw pillows to clashing patterns, many things could go wrong. To avoid a decor disaster, we share the common design choices that make your home feel uncomfortable. When you go through them all, you will understand which crucial mistakes to avoid.  

Cluttered shelves

Although shelves are an affordable storage solution, they can look tacky. Even if you do your best to keep them tidy, the shelving will always look cluttered. We recommend you get closed cabinets to conceal the clutter when you need additional storage options. 

Mixing patterns

Unless you are a professional designer and know what you are doing, we recommend you stay away from mixing patterns. The space will look overwhelming if you don’t mix and match appropriately. Instead, play safe and add one print at a time. 

Lighting

The proper lighting will contribute to a well-designed and functional space. Make sure to cover every corner of your home with task lighting so that you can easily control the amount of light.

Throws

While those cozy throws will comfort you when enjoying your favorite book, make sure to use them moderately. Opt for fewer pieces and make sure they fit your color scheme for a cohesive look. If you add a lot of accent pillows and blankets, your home will look messy.

Uncomfortable furniture

When shopping for furniture, never compromise on comfort. While that Chesterfield sofa looks luxurious and fits your style, it might not feel comfortable when sitting. And the last thing you want is your family members and guests to feel uncomfortable. 

Bad smell

An unpleasant odor will make your home feel off. Things like smoking indoors, not emptying the cat litter box, and cooking can produce bad smells in the house. Things get even worse when the upholstery has absorbed the foul odors. And no, those artificial scents in the form of air fresheners and scented candles won’t mask the odor. Make sure to do deep cleaning and avoid the practices that make your home smell terrible. In addition, air out your home more often.

Lack of personal touches

Your home will feel somehow sterile if you don’t add personal touches. Don’t go too matchy and pick accent pieces that reflect your personality. 

However, make sure not to go overboard with bold accents. Otherwise, your home will end up looking cluttered and busy. Give the statement pieces room to breathe and let them stand out. Professional designers call this negative space, meaning that you should provide ample space around bold objects to make them the focal point. 

Large furniture

When choosing furniture, always be mindful of proportions. Oversized pieces will take too much floor space, thus, interrupting the traffic flow. When furnishing a small room, opt for tall pieces to take advantage of the vertical space. 

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Posted By : Kristina Shestakova