We all make mistakes, but decorating ones can be particularly frustrating.
After all, you better quite literally live with them.
Design mistakes can also be expensive.
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But the good news is that somecommon decorating mistakeshave easy and affordable fixesturning major snafus into minor missteps.
Here are five common design mistakes and how to fix them.
The first is to wait for the paint to dry and cure.
Live with it for a few days.
Worst-case scenario, you’ve got the option to always re-paint the room.
You Regret That Big-Ticket Item
You loved that Bellini-style sofa at the store.
But when you brought it home you realized it wasnt quite the right choice for your traditional home.
You may simply be able to return it and start again.
In a final-sale situation, you may just have to live with it.
But, give it a chance.
What feels like a mistake today could grow on you in time.
She also suggests using visual tricks to make the room feel more balanced.
Adding a rug can also help.
Rugs are like magic!
They anchor your space and create a definite space for seating.
This can instantly make your oversized sofa feel intentional and less overwhelming in your space.
Supplementing the lighting is another option, explains the designer.
Lastly, it’s possible for you to always declutter.
Consider using fewer and smaller-scale or multi-functional furniture pieces such as poufs for additional seating.
This will make the room feel less cramped and instantly bring your sofa back to scale for the room.
There are plenty of options.
If you purchased a modular sofa, you may be able to add an extra piece or two.
Ireland advises rearranging the furniture by grouping smaller pieces together.
I like to use two sofas facing each other and then add a few side chairs.
This creates a nice intimate seating area and makes things feel more proportional in a large space.
This will ground your furniture and bring proportion back to your space, she explains.
Then accessorize to draw attention away from the smaller sofa.
Incorporate larger or bolder accessories to add visual weight and balance to the room.
Your Forgot About Functionality
Sometimes we get lost in the aesthetic and lose sight of function.
The result is an uncomfortable room.
Think about how you use the space and map out a plan.
