Tips By Collins Interiors

7 Pet Decorating Peeves to avoid in your home design

  • 1

    Sofas placed at the end of beds

    Who wants their view of the world upon waking blocked by the back of a piece of furniture?

  • 2

    Beds placed in front of windows

    This inevitably makes a room look smaller and blocks light and air flow 

  • 3

    Window treatments that are too short

    Curtains should drape gracefully slightly on the floor—with at least as much of a break as a well-tailored pair of slacks

  • 4

    Artwork that is hung too high

    The center of a painting should be about 60” off the floor

  • 5

    Televisions hung above massive fireplace mantles

    The angle of viewing a TV comfortably should not hurt your neck

  • 6

    Ceiling fans with massive light kits

    Yes there are a few locations where you need a light on a fan but make it unobtrusive, otherwise your ceiling just looks lower

  • 7

    Overhead lights as the only light source in a room

    Even lots of small recessed cans are not enough light to be healthful or flattering—lights need to be at all levels throughout a room

7 Things I Can’t Live Without in a Home

  • 1

    Great table lamps

    I especially like the choices provided by Visual Comfort Co. with custom shades by the wonderful Elle Daniel of Sarasota 

  • 2

    Comfortable chairs

    Well actually I love all kinds of chairs new and old and would collect them if I had room!

  • 3

    Original artwork collected in travels or here locally

    What a great way to remember a wonderful trip and support local artists

  • 4

    High thread count percale bed linens

    Especially those by Matouk or Sferra

  • 5

    Antique silver and glassware

    Representations of gentler times and the ultimate in recycling… as is any antique or gently used item

  • 6

    Contemporary martini tables

    Especially those from Baker, Stanley, Caracole or Worlds-Away ….. such a fresh way to make a guest comfy with a cocktail or cup of tea next to a chair or sofa

  • 7

    Lots of accent pillows

    An easy way to bring texture, color and comfort to any room in the home

Come see us for help finding any of these favorites for your home!