7 Mistakes Beginners Make in Interior Design: What Causes Disharmony in Interiors

We want to live in a harmonious interior where everything is thought out down to the smallest detail. Whether you're arranging the interior yourself or hiring designers and decorators, you're not protected from mistakes. Let's look at key errors that create disharmony in interiors.

Anastasia Filimonova - INTERIOR DESIGNER

Beautiful but Uncomfortable Items

Harmony should be everywhere. It's meaningless to choose a designer chair that is not comfortable just because of its beauty. We use things, and they should delight us, simplifying our lives. Choose functional and beautiful furniture items. There is a great variety of functional yet stylish pieces for every taste, color, and form.

Improper Layout

Layout is the foundation of a harmonious interior. If free passages between furniture are not planned or the door of a cabinet doesn’t open fully, it will cause irritation. I’m sure that’s not the feeling you want to experience while living in an apartment. Layout allows you to plan future life scenarios.

Overcrowded with Furniture

Due to limited square meters, one may want to fit everything in. Remember that movement through the apartment should not be hindered. Try to use space rationally and add more air. Modern technologies offer lightweight furniture solutions that save space.

Featureless Interior

More and more people create monochromatic interiors, but it's important not to go too far. To create a layered and interesting interior, add color, textures, and patterns.

Overly Colorful

The other side of the coin, when afraid of making a boring interior. Added all colors, patterns, textures, and everything becomes too vibrant. It's recommended to use 2–3 colors in one room: if you want more, play with different shades of the same color. Want to create a layered interior? Add various textures and materials.

Overuse of Accessories

Now, a huge variety of accessories is sold – vases, boxes, candles, cushions. Trends change each season. The temptation to buy everything is huge! To avoid turning your room into a storage, plan your interior style in advance: colors, forms, and accessories.

Lack of Light

Thoughtful functional lighting can change the mood of an interior, help with daily tasks at work, rest, and meals. The more different lighting scenarios in a space, the better. A chandelier over the table, a floor lamp near the sofa, a desk lamp for work. The key is to plan everything in advance!

An interior is a living organism reflecting the preferences of its inhabitant. Besides design ideas, an interior should also resonate with you. Experiment but always keep harmony in mind.

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