Mistakes that Homeowners Think are a Good Choice
We all make mistakes, right? Sometimes we just make a wrong turn or say the wrong thing. But sometimes, we make design mistakes in our homes. As home designers, we always have our clients’ best interests at heart, but sometimes they want things to happen that we don’t think are going to work. It might be during the planning stage of a new build or a remodel, a change order that clients insist on, or a project that happens after the home is finished.
Far be it from us to be the design guru, but we do know a thing or two. We humbly submit some design mistakes we’ve encountered over the years, whether it is something a client wanted, a design element added after our part was completed, or it’s something completely baffling we’ve seen or heard.
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Furniture size: Walking into a room should be easy, and not an obstacle course. The furniture needs to fit in the room, while leaving room to maneuver. If the furniture is already purchased or being reused in the new space, then the plan should be in place to have a big enough room for all the furniture. If you are going to buy new furniture, measure the room and the furniture to make sure it will fit.
Splurging vs. Saving: Don’t skimp on the items you will use daily—fixtures, doors, windows, kitchen appliances, and furniture. Building a room for a home gym when you don’t work out might not be the best option. Really think about where you should splurge and where you could save a few dollars or some space.
Overdoing a theme: Have you ever walked into a home and were overwhelmed by what was happening? It might be the color of the walls, the décor, the tchotchkes, the wallpaper matching the furniture, you get the idea! More is not always more.
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DIY or Expert: Some projects are just better left to the professionals. Electric and plumbing are two that come to mind. When we’ve created plans for homes being remodeled, we’ve seen it all.
Window Coverings: What kind of window coverings do you have, or do you not have any? A bathroom at the front of the house definitely needs window blocking blinds. We are always surprised at homes that let family life be on full display, especially at night.
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Artwork placement: Rule of thumb is eye level. But if you’re tall, bring it down a bit.
Electric outlets: We have this conversation with every client to understand where they want outlets. But we continue to see homes without enough outlets or rooms that are not situated to take advantage of where the outlets are in the room. Who wants a light cord extending across the room?
Want to avoid making some design mistakes? Our designers here at RDS are here to walk you through the whole design, come on site to see the progress, and give you design thoughts for your finished spaces. Let’s start a conversation today!