These are the details that will really make a good impression on house guests.
But what do guests actually notice?
Which details matter most, and which are overlooked?
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To find out, we asked interior designers.
The Entryway
You never get a second chance to make a first impression.
And its impossible for house guests to miss your foyer or entryway.
The designer adds that its also nice to have a few personal touches in the bathroom.
Furniture arrangement is what you experience first when you enter a room," she says.
A big mistake we often see with clients is having all of their pieces backed up against the walls.
Pulling them into the room, even by a foot, makes a room feel much more intentional.
If food and drinks are part of the visitwhich they most often areyour guests will naturally gravitate here.
Whether its gathering around the island or lingering in the dining room, a well-designed space makes hosting effortless.
A kitchen made not only for family living but for hosting is a great addition to any home.
Cardozo shares that lighting, art, and personal touches are key.
She advises putting thought into small details.
