Oh Nick…. You seriously made my day. People’s inability to filter and toss relevant info for themselves is quite staggering. Mac and cheese substitutions was hilarious and sooooooo true.
Its the old internet joke. You say something like "i like bananas" and people will come at you and say "so you dont like apples" -.- I dont know why soooo many people online are offended by literally nothing. Its like "you dont HAVE to do it just because someone made a video about it, use your own taste and brain".
Lol for sure!! I love that he said, “not everything on the internet is for you, I don’t advocate that you cover your heat with curtains and light your house on fire” it’s hilarious how personally people take stuff, especially about design!! I mean there is so many different types of homes one really needs to keep an open mind when watching design videos. I love Nick and all of his idea and cute attitude 😋❤️ he handles these people with such comical grace lol
Because a lot of people place designers and RUclipsrs in the category of Gods that have to be obeyed blindly and what they say is law. It is all psychological.
Nah, it’s his job to tailor his opinions and videos to each person to not make them feel bad 🤦♀️ Imagine if he had a neutral opinion on all design trends- how boring?!
I watch your show with my retired interior decorator mom who has dementia. You always make her laugh and we giggle so much over your videos. Watching a video or two of yours is always a good time for her. Thank you so much.
People who still enjoy farmhouse DO watch your channel. We take what we want, leave what we don't. Diversity of thought makes the world go round and I enjoy hearing your point of view. I'm almost 70 and I still hang decorative plates on my wall as decor because it brings me joyful memories of my childhood and my home is my place of peace and joy.
Exactly!!I like farmhouse too but I'm not offended by Nick having a different view to me...because people can have different views and we can still all get along - I like his snarkiness about it lol 😆
I remember when everyone started to say farmhouse was out and I started to worry about some of my decor. Then I remembered I live in an 110 year old farmhouse and Nick said that it’s exceptable to decorate farmhouse if that was the case😂😂
There's a lot to like about farmhouse - lots of light, simple clean lines, white walls/black hardware, natural materials. The bones of the style are comfortable and refreshing. It's the labels, words as decor, and stupid theme props that are loathesome.
@@elisabetk2595 True ! Actually live in the country ( midwest USA ) & my friends & I get a good laugh out of the fake farmhouse theme decor . True farmhouse is designed for comfort & hospitality & we don't need to announce our values / philosophies on signs - we live 'n share them . 💙 ( Anyone who lives a true working farm life doesn't have time or desire to collect & clean all the cutesy accessories . 😂 )
And if you have ADHD you might want to make a few subtle changes to Nick’s advice. Same thing. We take ourselves way too seriously. It’s only “how to hide your clutter” - do we need to be woke about this too??
As an ADHD person I think your advise about hiding the clutter was very on point. Yeah, I get to forgot where things went veeeery often. But you know what is worse? Distractions. The environment which is disturbing my focus is worse than forgetting where I put my clutter. So, thank you for this advise, I took it and I applied it during my recent makeover and I’m loving it!
Yeah, I feel like for us ADHDers there’s a good middle ground. Maybe all the power cords go in a box with neatly printed label? Or we just remember that all our art supplies are in a certain basket. Less visible clutter but not such a fussy system to be a barrier to using our stuff.
Me too I have ADHD and still prefer to look for stuff sometimes than have a clutter environment. I'm targeting to own only 99 items.. so I won't search anymore (joke).
Yes! Same, adhd too. As I get older the more I feel the clutter needs to go. I used to be able to deal with it, but we've downsized to a smaller house. Which is actually a really good thing for organization, definitelyrecommend it. It forces you to not collect things unnecessarily.
I hired a professional organizer to help with my ADHD... she got me lots of closed storage, but with properly sized bins so that as soon as you open a cabinet, you know exactly what you're looking at. She also got me a bunch of flip-down work surfaces so that I could have all my stuff out when I was working on something, but it could all get hidden away when I wasn't working on it. And it had a place to go that wasn't the kitchen counter.
Hey, I am a 70 year old lady and so am far out of your demo group, but I love, love, love watching you. Your snarky approach with a bit of humor makes me smile EVERY time.
Maybe his demographic is a bit older than he thinks! I'm 67 and thoroughly enjoy his practical and realistic approach to decorating--with a hefty slice of humor to go with it!
Nick, You NEVER have to apologize for any tips or opinions that you share. They are genuine, and that is all that matters. I appreciate that you treat your audience like intelligent adults. You are always a good part of my day.
Best parts of this video; don’t get your personal style from the dollar store, & don’t light your house on fire. 😂😂😂 I love your ability to say common sense things with a humor that makes me laugh out loud!
This man and you are so privileged and condescending. The dollar store is all most of America can afford, especially those who live in rural areas. I've seen people in poverty create beautiful homes using creativity and what's available to them. Money can buy you nice furniture, but it can't buy either of you elitists, class or the common sense you speak of.
How crazy is it that people need that to be said to them 😆 🤣 my window is different to the exact one that you gave on your video...what do I do now...think for yourselves people!!use your brains and take inspiration 😆
Of all the design channels I've watched; yours is the most enjoyable and well-mannered, and you give thoughtful, reasonable, and knowledgeable advise. You're gentle and playful in your critiques - never nasty or rude - and you always acknowledge the fact that tastes differ. So, while I don't always agree with your opinions; I do respect them. And, I always look forward to each week's video. I find it bizarre that anyone finds your comments so very 'controversial'. Some of us, maybe, need to lighten up a bit. Or get a helmet. :)
@@annebierce5280 Thank you. :) I wish you and your friend well, and the best of luck in helping update her home. You could certainly do worse than emulating Nick. :)
Would LOVE to see a video on choosing artwork for your home. Appropriate sizes, styles that work (and don't) together, framing tips, etc. We all know not to have a sofa picture too small but would love more detail on how to choose the right artwork.
I have ADHD and a background interior design. In my experience, what I found is that having things displayed in open compartment furniture can actually increase anxiety and create more difficulties with executive functioning. The advice I would give to those struggling with this is to pay attention to where you would naturally go to look for something and put it there even if it doesn't make sense. Still air on the side of caution to display too many items out in the open because it may become too stimulating and overwhelming. P.s. Love you Nick and your opinions😘
Same here. The only open shelving I have is for my books which bring me joy to look at. Otherwise I need everything behind doors, otherwise it's too much chaos for my brain. Totally understand that every brain is different, but I'm glad you brought this up.
Same in a way. Things that soothe me and bring me joy need to be visible so I remember they exist, but indeed, lots of closed storage too to soothe my brain clutter
I've found the happy medium is labels and regular "cullings" where I go through everything I have and re-evaluate the items I've forgotten about. Also selective displaying of uncommonly used objects (I remember where things I use all the time are). It's all about personal solutions.
I like the Split The Difference option of Shelves with Doors on the bottom. display what you Like, doors cover what you Need, and open wide for easy on the spot inventory. Dyspraxic with visual filtering, I can't see what I'm not looking for. - that makes perfect sense, if you know you know.
@@sarahmitchell821it's a science fact that warm air is lighter and it rises to the ceiling (in the context of a room), so it actually makes a lot of sense. I hadn't heard of this tip until this comment, but it makes total sense that a slow moving fan would push the warm air back down. Now I'm rethinking my whole design 🙄🤔
I really appreciate your thoughtful response to the closed storage/ADHD controversy! I'd love to see you collab with disabled designers to talk about ways folks can make their homes physically accessible, sensory-friendly, etc. while still keeping it stylish 😊
That's legitimately a fantastic idea! I appreciate Nick's kindness and understanding. I was watching this one youtuber years ago who said that sofas or benches at the end of a bed were stupid, she didn't just say she doesn't like them and move on, she belittled the entire notion of a sofa at then foot of the bed, calling it pointless. I let her know that I had one and it was because I am physically disabled and it made a huge difference in my ability to dress myself on my hard days, especially since sitting on the edge of bed didn't offer the kind of support I needed to actually stay up and dress myself.
This is actually a brilliant idea. I don't know why people feel like when you have any sort of physical restriction or disability, you suddenly don't care about style and design. It's exceedingly difficult to find accessible items that fit any aesthetic other than "hospital chic". Even just some way to make standard utilitarian stuff less miserable would be useful. Maybe collab with equipmeot so nothing dangerous is suggested?
Personally I'm surprised that it was a controversy at all, because closed storage is much better at keeping your space less cluttered, which is an all time struggle for people with ADHD. I only recently discovered that having a mesh night stand was the best compromise, because I could somewhat see things inside when I was close enough, but it doesn't look like a mess and people can't tell what's in it from a distance. Open shelving is such a nightmare for me, because I feel attacked by the mess! Working on smart storage has done wonders. For instance, all my underwear is put in storage boxes with wheels that are always under my bed, so I don't have to look at the boxes, but I always know where they are and what is in them. _The psychologist was so right when she told me I should give things their designated place and make it easy first and foremost, in order to soothe some of my inner chaos._
Love the Mac & Cheese analogy. That kind of stuff on social media drives me crazy - makes me scared knowing so many people out there don't seem to think for themselves AT ALL. On another note, the house we bought in 2020 has no wall-to-wall carpet and my husband's sinuses are better behaved and he's getting better sleep so that's a win for us.
"Not everything on the internet exists specifically is for you" is true & not just about interior design. I'm big fan of you, Nick-design & personality. Your videos are a good time-I've learned how to style me home & I've laughed quite a lot.
My partner and I bought a 120 year old farmhouse that had those dilapidated fans with the daffodil shape shades. We replaced them with sharp modern LED ceiling fans (including our super manly giant ceiling fan of doom in the sitting room.) Because even living in an actual farmhouse is not enough to get us to decorate in farmhouse style.
Haha! I’m a reasonable person, but I’m also plant obsessed. But being reasonable, I will not argue with your take on plants because from a design standpoint, you are right! For me though, I will continue to enjoy my morning routine of coffee in my sunny room surrounded with more plants than furniture because let’s face it, it’s Winter in Canada and I’d rather pretend there isn’t 3 feet of snow outside. Cheers from Nova Scotia!!🇨🇦
My home is farmhouse and I watch your videos. Love them all! You give great advice and are so entertaining and funny! To all the critics…lighten up folks and enjoy😊
The most interesting thing about accessibility needs is that they can be fully opposite for different people! That's why I like to share which design opinions/ideas might not work for certain accessibility needs :) My favorite example is that digital buttons/dials are not accessible at all for people who are visually impaired, and need tactile buttons and dials. For myself with my arthritis, digital dials and buttons are WAY easier to use. Also, too many plants IS the look 😁 Honestly though, people do need to understand what "opinion" means.
ADHD clutter still needs to be organized! There are types of containers that are mesh or more opaque that allows you to "see" the items but also makes it look cohesive. Alternatively, you can use labels for categories behind doors, because things still need to have a place. Also, decluttering will allow you to make a written inventory of items if needed.
I used to be very firmly anti fake flowers, but the problem was I never have enough money for real flowers, so I would perpetually just NOT have flowers in my house. Then, a couple weeks ago, I saw someone mixing real and fake flowers/plants together to make a really nice display and I thought... maybe.... I could try.... some fake plants. It was a very good decision. I have some decent looking fake flowers that add some charm to my space and I went outside and cut some branches off of a tree and mixed those with some fake flowers in my bathroom and the effect is so wonderful. I didn't think my brain would be able to turn off the fact they are fake, but it's actually been an easier transition than I thought.
Fake plants are also great for places with little natural light 👍 I have a big window in my bedroom but I have light sensitivity, so my black not-quite-sheer-not-quite-opaque curtains are ALWAYS closed. Even the desk light is turned away to the curtain to dim the light even further, and my computer monitor is on the lowest brightness setting, on top of having an app to further reduce brightness and blue light or I get headaches; there's enough light for me to work at my desk but I wouldn't subject a plant to it. The real miniature rose bush I have stays in the living room (which is a problem because since it's out of sight I tend to forget to water it...) smack dab in front of the big window, but if I wanted a plant for my desk it'd be a fake one.
Hi, ADHDer here, just want to say how much I appreciate your response to those comments others had left. It's so common for us to be dismissed and stigmatized, for our disability to be mocked and jeered at... It was really refreshing and heartening to see a creator take us and our needs seriously. ❤️ Thank you so much for that.
I don't do farmhouse signage anywhere in my house, however, I'm pretty sure I'm going to purchase one for my laundry room. It's hilarious! It says: "Laundry is looking at me dirty again." I'll hang it above my laundry sorter.
One of the mantras I now tell myself is, if you like a specific novelty thing, you can very well express it in other ways. It doesn't necessarily have to be on a giant piece of artwork where everyone can see it. For example, some people love those funny "wine o' clock" sayings, and I'd get one as a coffee mug. That way, I can put it away and out of sight when I'm done with it. I collect weird and funky T-shirts. But once I'm done with them, I put them back in the closet. Your personality doesn't have to be expressed all through out an entire living space... aka, things that are a lot harder to cover up if it clashes. :3
I agree with not having signage placed all over the house, however, I don't think that a laundry room is one area that's visible to whoever enters my home. I need to find humor in doing laundry after all.@@Whimsy3692
I love that you are so humorous and still sensitive in your approach. I also love that you read the comments and are open to learning. It’s so refreshing and that’s why I love your channel!
Just adding that in most western European countries (not the UK) we really don't like carpet floors anywhere in the house. We think it's unhygienic and ugly. It was common in the 20th century, but during the last decades you don't find it anymore in modern or renovated homes. We have carpets on the floor, but the floor itself is wooden or laminate or stone etc. Greetings from Switzerland, from a house with wooden and laminate floors.. 😉
I think a way to get the more planty look while looking a bit more elevated is using fewer but bigger plants. More mature plants also tend to be more interesting
especially the ones that grow wild looking . My monstera is trying to take over my living room and its snaked sideways and around its moss pole I tied it up to..
LOL! We had a big home that worked well with Farmhouse decor. When we moved to a more contemporary home, it no longer worked. When I saw what you said about Farmhouse, I went around the house and took down any remaining cheesy signs and put my old window panes up for sale! Thank you, it was the Ah ha moment. ♥️
I am CACKLING in laughter about the plant gays (guilty as charged) Also thank you for the update about ADHD and hiding things, that's what I was thinking. I went to look for other channels who design for ADHD after that. It would be really cool if you researched and did a video on design with neurodiversity in mind (such as sensory sensitivities, disorganization, ADHD, how to minimize sound, etc) You're funny to listen to thank you! :)
As someone from Texas, I can totally sympathize with ceiling fans not being optional in any way, but aesthetically, I agree with you; I don't like them, especially on 8ft ceilings. The carpet in the bedroom thing? Yeah, the fact that the condo I'm buying had full LVP and zero carpet was a huge part of the draw. Count me in the recent "no carpet!!" trend, lol!
Central air doesn’t take the place of a fan, especially in a two story house. Ceiling fans supplement the ceiling fan because it’s cheaper to run a ceiling fan than to set the AC temp low, cooling an entire house when you are in one room; or setting the temp lower than most in the home don’t find comfortable.
I lived in Texas for 19 years and I feel ceiling fans (multiple) are nessasary. AC does not do what the ceiling fan does- you NEED both. Having said this, it is hard to find really beautiful fans,,, BUT.. since so many of us live in Farm Houses, maybe we can look at the Dollar Store :) jk ...
Any hidden container can be labeled so everything is easily located while the clutter is hidden. Thanks for your great ability to help people transition a style with a more current take.
As someone with adhd, I actually cannot do clutter like that because it’s distracting to me and distressing. I do see how easy it can be to find things. Example I have lost my keys today and they are not in the basket they’re supposed to be in so they’re now probably lost forever.
I have adhd and struggle with things like out of sight out of mind but also find visual clutter challenging because… of course. I find that labeling cupboards and their contents helps me put things away, remember where they are and also be able to get rid of visual noise. I label everything. Which shoes go in each shoe drawer, kitchen cupboards and drawers, my dresser, book shelves, etc. I try and use cute labels where I can but the important part is the label. Bonus side effect when other people come into my home they can find things and put them away if they need to. I have found it’s also important to have the flexibility to change your labels because I often change opinions on where something SHOULD go in my house
One of my favourite ADHD solutions has been putting a couple of those hanging shoe organizers in my closet with clear plastic shoe bins in every slot. I go in my closet multiple times a day for various things (I keep snacks in there, and my laundry basket) so I see it constantly, and I can see into the individual bins, but I can also close the closet door to hide the visual clutter. I think the shoe bins are the perfect size to hold a decent amount of things while also being small enough that each has its own specific category and I never have to dig for whatever's at the bottom. If I need something, I can just remember to pull out the "various cables" shoebox or the "toiletries I rarely use" shoebox (it helps that I've had this system for years and know by memory which bin is in what location).
I also want to add that mesh items can work great too! My nightstand is in metal mesh, and I can see my pink pill container inside it when I'm right next to it in my bed, but when I'm sitting at my desk I can't see the clutter inside it. The need to clean up the visual clutter is not talked about enough IMO. I'm _definitely_ getting floor to ceiling cabinets with space for all my random stuff when I have my own apartment.
Oh gosh, I couldn’t live comfortably without my ceiling fans! I’ve updated them 3 times since I’ve lived here. You don’t know the glorious feeling of a good fan when one hits “the change”
"Calm down, Texas" is the best thing I've heard on YT so far this week. As for plants, I can't keep them because I kill them, but I do appreciate going to a house with a plant room, like the sunny spaces you show at 14:03. Not sure I'd enjoy being at someone's home as much if all their spaces were wall-to-wall plants. That said, most people don't decorate with guests in mind. I do, but I'm weird that way.
I really enjoyed this video. I think many people take everything personally and get offended at a drop of a hat. I personally hate going to a house where everything is covered in plants. There is such a thing as too much of a good thing.
I so appreciate you, Nick. You're respectful of people's diversity of styles and tastes. There's another designer on YT who annoys the crap out of me because she declares styles tacky or bad across the board without considering the actual person whose home it is- whether it's ceiling fans or having family photos displayed, it's all tacky and in poor taste to her. I prefer your 'you do you' approach to design.
I love my plants, but I completely understand what you are saying. I don't necessarily think all your advice applies to my situation, but love your videos and listening to you opens my mind to the possibilities! Yes, hate inflatable decor, but if that makes people happy..do you! Please don't change!
Oh Nick, the farm house community is still going to come after you, so are the plant moms. 😁 But you are the most reasonable, humorous, light hearted designer I've watched & I love your channel for it. Your true fans know your sense of humor & we know your, "You do you" attitude when it comes to design.
As a millennial woman, I will always love having too many plants, and I'll always appreciate you making fun of whatever design choice you want to make fun of, Nick! 💛
I’m a plant lady! 😂 I totally agree with you about the plant thing. Right now I’m overwintering a few (okay, a lot) of semi-tropical outdoor plants. I’m counting the days till they move back outdoors. There will always be 1-3 real, beautiful indoor plants in most large spaces.
As a plant parent, I have to agree with you. Some people have become extreme about their plant Ownership to the point where plants take over the house in a very unflattering way. My philosophy has been if I have to buy additional spaces, shelves, stands to put my plants. I have too many plants. My plant should be able to seamlessly fit into the décor of my home, not the other way around.
I love how meta the second half of this video got. From a plant gay and avid fan, we give you license to upset us sometimes Nick. You are you and that’s we we love your channel 🪴🌈💕
You made me laugh with the comment about not recommending people light their house on fire. My unprofessional suggestion for a heat register under a window might be a roman shade and then floor length curtains that are permanently fixed in their pull backs. If you don't hear it enough, I love hearing your opinions and have learned how much our design tendencies are a product of our generation. Would love to see you design a space for a client with opposite tastes, just as a challenge.
That’s exactly what I am doing with my living room window. I have to put register deflectors on each side of the window, but I chose metal in the same shade as the curtains. Also, a sectional covers one deflector and a planter disguises the other. I needed the walls and moldings on the ends of the windows softened with curtains. The shades alone were too stark and I needed sound echo proofing which happened when we took down walls for more open floor plan. Whew. My reply is longer than I meant. Thanks for your comment. Made me feel more confident in my choice.
Straight millennial man here. I found your channel when looking for decor ideas for my home theater. I love the channel, and you have definitely helped improve the look and feel of my entire house now. Thanks, and keep the advice coming.
Love your witty criticism Nick, so great. I never take anything on the internet personally. I mean people getting butt hurt or offended by a “ stranger” on their screen . lol could you imagine.
I so appreciate that you feel like you could learn something from other people. I am almost blind, completely, and through my life I’ve had to learn to adapt to my environment and adapt my environment to my vision. One of my favorite RUclipsrs, beside you, is clutter bug. She has figured out four different organization, styles, And I think as a designer it could help you understand how to work in beautiful design with different organization needs. 7:19
Hi Nick, You are so smart, spot on and entertaining! Your ideas are helping us a lot in our new build. You don’t need to apologize to anyone regarding their personal disabilities or issues. They need to modify your recommendations to fit their own circumstances. I have severely compromised mobility and am totally capable of taking suggestions and adjusting them to my needs. You rock!
I love your controversial hot takes. And you have INDEED made fun of stuff that I love (post modern) but I still absolutely love your controversial hot takes. Please never stop ❤
Demographic: OTHER I have to tell you I enjoy every bit of your commentary on home design. The reason I tuned in was my need for a clue. I'm decorating an apartment in an independent living facility. Starting fresh and wanted to not make the mistakes of the past. Mission accomplished Nick. I'm tempted to show you my cardboard end tables and desk arrangement, as I await the delivery of furnishings I've selected. Having fun and will continue to watch your content as it is just plain healthy.
You literally hit every single point that I've stated at one point or another in my advice to people regarding décor. Other's may not like the advice, but opinions are like hiney holes - everyone has them, but not everyone's should be seen or heard enmass. lol I absolutely adore you! Keep telling the truth, normal reasonable people laugh and enjoy all of it!
You always state that your opinion is that its your own and that if you love something, just do the thing anyway. I thought that was always pretty clear haha! I feel people are trying to find people to blame or to be angry at, im not sure why. Also I like farmhouse but I love listening to your rants about them! I enjoy hearing about people's opinions, it would be very boring if you only love what I love all the damn time. Love the rants, and I love the roasts, keep having fun with us Nick! Love your channel!
I hate visual clutter! Part of me has been considering labeling the outside of my cabinets to avoid forgetting what I put inside. I can't imagine it'd look good though lol
I hate visual clutter as well. The best advice I ever read was to store things where you naturally first think to look for them even when it doesn't make the most sense. When I first organised my kitchen, I was constantly opening the mug cabinet when I wanted a plate, and vice versa. Swapped them and haven't made that mistake since.
As a millennial, the various places that I lived in have been transformed in many different types of jungles. But that’s BEFORE I ADOPTED A CAT. Now my place resembles a cat den. I bought a beautiful throw the other day, and now it’s my cat’s, because he loves it and I don’t have the heart to take it away from him. He also loves hiding under bushy boston ferns that sit on the floor in the middle of my living space!!
Well done. I always appreciate when you help us laugh at ourselves. This one did not disappoint. Would you consider doing a video on "Accidental Design" or "Unintentional Design"? By this I mean design concepts that start out as one thing but turn out with a completely different reality because, well, life happens. "Eclectic " becomes "All the Stuff my Mother Left Me When She Died." Or "Gifted Decor from Other People" Almost any style can become a "Cluttered" version of itself or become entirely different style. ...or a "Dusty" version of itself. Or just too much like when Christmas-y becomes Christmas retail store style. Even Disney does not design its environments to look like its own retail shops. Electrical wires are also an accidental style for so many of us. Washing everything in a diffuse and even light that erases all shadows and textures is another accidental style. I have been guilty of so many of these at different times. What scares me most is the ones I have not allowed myself to be aware of. And some I need to motivate myself to deal with. Like my current "You've Got (too much) Mail" style. Ha-ha; every thing goes down better with a spoonful of sugar and a little laughter. Keep up the candid and good natured advice. Very enjoyable and helpful.
I move them out to the patio in the summer. It gives a break from the chore of indoor care (which is more work) and the plants love it too. Then, in October, I’m ready to clutter and cozy up the house with them again.
“Not everything exists on the internet specifically for you” at 10:15 made me laugh so loudly. This is so courteous and gracious, given some of the comments I imagine that you get.
😂 I love the way you answer comments, a great effort. There will always be some People who want to be the exception to what you say and will try to prove you wrong 😂. I love you content even when I don’t fully agree as you said each one can adjust your advice to his taste.
I think these people want to piggy-back off his success by latching on and making response videos. There's a good reason why I have made RUclips my sole source of social media and that's to keep down any similar annoying videos that pretty much is just to fuel outrage culture 😒. RUclips requires actual effort so pumping out a quick and unpolished video isn't going to do you many or any favors here.
Okay Nick so if you can't afford to switch out your ceiling fan you paint it... I have a white ceiling fan with white paddles white light fixtures and it sort of all blends in with the ceiling... Not exactly the most up-to-date but certainly better than that brown I agree the brown kill me now.
You are so right with your comments about the radiator and curtains. The same, however, goes for folks with ADHD or accessibility issues. Take the parts of the advice that works for you and ignore the rest. Texans with ceiling fans, too.
Agreed, though I still like it when people point out their different needs. I learn something that way. As long as the comment comes from a place of raising awareness, rather than being overly critical, though - those of us without accessibility issues don't have the lived experience to anticipate nuances that would affect people with accessibility needs.
You are always so considerate! I think that’s very nice about your channel. Also think, that you always have a clear communication. I never felt like i was misunderstanding you.
Ceiling fans are a must in the south. No “think about if you really need it.” When six months of the year have days over 90 degrees, it’s not optional. The only rooms in my house that don’t have ceiling fans are the pantry and the second bathroom (and I wish I had one there.)
It never ceases to amaze me that people can't or won't think for themselves! Everyone has different circumstances that have to be taken into consideration, so one suggestion might be to consider your options, perhaps with advice and suggestions, but ultimately it's their choice. Why you or anyone else should be slammed for an idea not fitting into someone's circumstances is absolutely beyond my understanding! Be that as it may, I love how you handle the "criticism" with your sassy approach to topics and I always find your videos informative, interesting and a whole lot of fun. Most of what's seen here is beyond my means and I'm happy with what I've done with what I have, but it's still fun. Keep up the great work!
This video is hilarious and made my morning. I love it!! First time I’ve submitted a comment and couldn’t help myself. Common sense is absolutely relative.
I hate the look of clutter but I also forget about things if I don't see them regularly. The amount of duplicates I've bought over the years 🤦🏻♀️ The struggle to find a good balance is hard.
I have ADHD and if I put my jewelry in a jewelry box I would totally lose it for years! So all of my stuff is out there and labeled so I know where to find things. I LOVE watching your channel and seeing your style and listening to all your suggestions. This video is a hoot! I loved it. Thank you for the laughs!!
LOVE your last bit about inflatable decorations! It was a perfect way to end : hey if you love it, go ahead and fill your boots! Regardless of my opinion on it.
OMG I am dying. The compulsion to ask a question you can so easily answer yourself just for the sake of asking a question is an online behavior that I cannot understand (especially after joining Facebook mom groups. Like...can you think?)
OMG Nick I have the 2nd ceiling fan you showed, it’s hideous! The only reason I haven’t ripped the thing out is that is hanging high up in my stairwell and I’m too chicken to get up there. Now that I’ve seen it here, I’m going to make it my next project. Love ya!
I lived with an ugly fan for so many years! Intimidated by working up high and dealing with electricity. One day I stumbled on a DIY'er and found out how easy it is to leave it in place and update it. I painted the brass to gun metal, flipped the wickery paddles to the solid side and painted them a pearly white and replaced the fish bowl globe with a flat drum style.If you have to set up a scafold to tear it down anyway, consider easy updates as an option.
You killed me with this video! You this was so funny, I absolutely loved it! I’ve never taken a lot of your criticisms of things so much to heart that it’s like ruined my day or anything, so the fact that you have to address these so-called “controversies” was delightful. By the way you are wearing pink💗 Love your content -millennial woman
I loved this video so much! You always make me laugh and I love your sense of humour. I come for the design advice but stay for the houses on fire and exploding macaroni and cheese. 😂
Hi Nick! Just watched this video!! Missed it when it came out. I love your content and delivery so much. It makes me laugh out loud but also appreciate what you say .. most of which I agree with. I watch in UK so occasionally stuff doesn't apply ( ceiling fans for example) but on the whole your stuff is brilliant. Keep it coming! Love it.
NICK! Omgosh! I can't believe an ACTUAL interior designer has attackers. I am just a middle aged southern woman, who, WHEN ASKED, gives her opinion on "what I think". I *personally* hate wall to wall carpet. I am a neat freak and if you can't pick it up and wash it, it doesn't get clean. I have a story to back up that opinion that no one wants to hear. I also *personally* hate a TV above the fireplace. A TV is an appliance. What not just put a blender up there? I get ATTACKED. Why did you ask for MY OPINION?! GAH! LOVE your videos. Even I knew what you meant about the ceiling fans because, I AM in the south where the humidity and heat makes you feel like you're breathing through a wet towel, so ceiling fans will always be in my home, but they DO make pretty ones!
Lol! I am a proud plant owner and support your message about not having too many plants! I find that it can be a little bit of a design crutch and swapping out a ton of little plants for a few interesting trees can be a nice balance.
I have ADHD and have to work towards neat out of sight storage, it is more aesthetically pleasing but i do forget about things out of sight.... I used to love farm house and am now aiming for over the top jungle and always in need of a new plant. I love feeling called out and connected to an audience though and you are so kind about all of these things ❤
I agree with everything you said. You made me laugh the entire video. I live in South Florida and ceiling fans are a necessity but they don't have to be old or ugly. We updated all the fans in our house a few years ago. I took a long time searching for fans because I couldn't stand anything I saw, but it was worth it.
We are definitely in the times of the sheep. People see what they see and follow it without stopping to think for themselves. I LOVE the mac n cheese substitution.
Another gem! ♥ So many replayed parts of the video! My cheeks hurt and my eyes are tearing up from laughing.😂Thank you for your hysterical observations, comments and advice. Love your channel and you. It does feel like we're just a little group giggling away.
You are a hoot!! It took me a bit to “get you” but that’s okay! I love pink! Splashes here and there in my house. I take your design ideas and decide for myself if I like it or not because I’m an adult. The plant thing was hilarious!! Too many plants! I live in Texas and ceiling fans are a must but updating them is a need! Nothing screams 80’s more than an old ceiling fan! Newly built homes are still putting carpet in some bedrooms (crazy)…my opinion would be go with something non-carpet and put a rug down. Can’t wait till your next video!
Oh Nick…. You seriously made my day. People’s inability to filter and toss relevant info for themselves is quite staggering. Mac and cheese substitutions was hilarious and sooooooo true.
Its the old internet joke. You say something like "i like bananas" and people will come at you and say "so you dont like apples" -.- I dont know why soooo many people online are offended by literally nothing. Its like "you dont HAVE to do it just because someone made a video about it, use your own taste and brain".
Lol for sure!! I love that he said, “not everything on the internet is for you, I don’t advocate that you cover your heat with curtains and light your house on fire” it’s hilarious how personally people take stuff, especially about design!! I mean there is so many different types of homes one really needs to keep an open mind when watching design videos. I love Nick and all of his idea and cute attitude 😋❤️ he handles these people with such comical grace lol
Because a lot of people place designers and RUclipsrs in the category of Gods that have to be obeyed blindly and what they say is law. It is all psychological.
Because good common sense has left the building.
Nah, it’s his job to tailor his opinions and videos to each person to not make them feel bad 🤦♀️ Imagine if he had a neutral opinion on all design trends- how boring?!
I watch your show with my retired interior decorator mom who has dementia. You always make her laugh and we giggle so much over your videos. Watching a video or two of yours is always a good time for her. Thank you so much.
This type of stuff makes me so happy 😊
That is really sweet ! God Bless you.
People who still enjoy farmhouse DO watch your channel. We take what we want, leave what we don't. Diversity of thought makes the world go round and I enjoy hearing your point of view. I'm almost 70 and I still hang decorative plates on my wall as decor because it brings me joyful memories of my childhood and my home is my place of peace and joy.
Exactly!!I like farmhouse too but I'm not offended by Nick having a different view to me...because people can have different views and we can still all get along - I like his snarkiness about it lol 😆
I remember when everyone started to say farmhouse was out and I started to worry about some of my decor. Then I remembered I live in an 110 year old farmhouse and Nick said that it’s exceptable to decorate farmhouse if that was the case😂😂
I love modern organic and I totally see the crossover with farmhouse.
There's a lot to like about farmhouse - lots of light, simple clean lines, white walls/black hardware, natural materials. The bones of the style are comfortable and refreshing. It's the labels, words as decor, and stupid theme props that are loathesome.
@@elisabetk2595 True ! Actually live in the country ( midwest USA ) & my friends & I get a good laugh out of the fake farmhouse theme decor . True farmhouse is designed for comfort & hospitality & we don't need to announce our values / philosophies on signs - we live 'n share them . 💙 ( Anyone who lives a true working farm life doesn't have time or desire to collect & clean all the cutesy accessories . 😂 )
“I do not think you should light your house on fire by putting curtains near a heat source… I would not advocate that for you” the best, made my day!
And if you have ADHD you might want to make a few subtle changes to Nick’s advice. Same thing. We take ourselves way too seriously. It’s only “how to hide your clutter” - do we need to be woke about this too??
That declaration and the demographic chart 📊 had me in tears 😂.
But I'm really going for that warm look.
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Curtain, are currently out of style is about, shades and blinds !! Sorry.
As an ADHD person I think your advise about hiding the clutter was very on point. Yeah, I get to forgot where things went veeeery often. But you know what is worse? Distractions. The environment which is disturbing my focus is worse than forgetting where I put my clutter. So, thank you for this advise, I took it and I applied it during my recent makeover and I’m loving it!
Yeah, I feel like for us ADHDers there’s a good middle ground. Maybe all the power cords go in a box with neatly printed label? Or we just remember that all our art supplies are in a certain basket. Less visible clutter but not such a fussy system to be a barrier to using our stuff.
@@katjaanjuli agreed!
Me too I have ADHD and still prefer to look for stuff sometimes than have a clutter environment. I'm targeting to own only 99 items.. so I won't search anymore (joke).
Yes! Same, adhd too. As I get older the more I feel the clutter needs to go. I used to be able to deal with it, but we've downsized to a smaller house. Which is actually a really good thing for organization, definitelyrecommend it. It forces you to not collect things unnecessarily.
I hired a professional organizer to help with my ADHD... she got me lots of closed storage, but with properly sized bins so that as soon as you open a cabinet, you know exactly what you're looking at. She also got me a bunch of flip-down work surfaces so that I could have all my stuff out when I was working on something, but it could all get hidden away when I wasn't working on it. And it had a place to go that wasn't the kitchen counter.
Love the irony of " you will never see pink in my house" and yet no one rocks it like you as a fashion moment.
Nick: I hate pink.
Also Nick . . . wearing a pink sweater and inserting pink transition cards between video segments! 😊 Love you Nick! 🤪
This!
Real men wear pink ❤
I was wondering if my screen was failing....because his sweater LOOKS pink.
"You will never see pink at my house." I think Nick's pink sweater is some next level trolling. 🙂
That cracked me up.
Hey, I am a 70 year old lady and so am far out of your demo group, but I love, love, love watching you. Your snarky approach with a bit of humor makes me smile EVERY time.
Me too. 75 and love the charm, advice, and snark.😀❤
Maybe his demographic is a bit older than he thinks! I'm 67 and thoroughly enjoy his practical and realistic approach to decorating--with a hefty slice of humor to go with it!
I’ve seen quite a few comments from folks in their 70s in Nick’s channel so I think it’s definitely part of the demographic! (I’m in my 30s though)
The boomer population is huge and has a lot of spending power for decorating. We’re here!
Gen X here and I love this channel too!
Nick, You NEVER have to apologize for any tips or opinions that you share. They are genuine, and that is all that matters. I appreciate that you treat your audience like intelligent adults. You are always a good part of my day.
Best parts of this video; don’t get your personal style from the dollar store, & don’t light your house on fire. 😂😂😂 I love your ability to say common sense things with a humor that makes me laugh out loud!
This man and you are so privileged and condescending. The dollar store is all most of America can afford, especially those who live in rural areas. I've seen people in poverty create beautiful homes using creativity and what's available to them.
Money can buy you nice furniture, but it can't buy either of you elitists, class or the common sense you speak of.
"Not everything on the internet exists specifically for you." THANKS Nick, there's no need to add anything👏👏👏👏👏
How crazy is it that people need that to be said to them 😆 🤣 my window is different to the exact one that you gave on your video...what do I do now...think for yourselves people!!use your brains and take inspiration 😆
Of all the design channels I've watched; yours is the most enjoyable and well-mannered, and you give thoughtful, reasonable, and knowledgeable advise. You're gentle and playful in your critiques - never nasty or rude - and you always acknowledge the fact that tastes differ. So, while I don't always agree with your opinions; I do respect them. And, I always look forward to each week's video. I find it bizarre that anyone finds your comments so very 'controversial'. Some of us, maybe, need to lighten up a bit. Or get a helmet. :)
Agree.
We’ll said. I am helping a friend update her house and I find I am delivering my opinion in much the same way Nick does.
@@annebierce5280 Thank you. :) I wish you and your friend well, and the best of luck in helping update her home. You could certainly do worse than emulating Nick. :)
Would LOVE to see a video on choosing artwork for your home. Appropriate sizes, styles that work (and don't) together, framing tips, etc. We all know not to have a sofa picture too small but would love more detail on how to choose the right artwork.
I have ADHD and a background interior design. In my experience, what I found is that having things displayed in open compartment furniture can actually increase anxiety and create more difficulties with executive functioning. The advice I would give to those struggling with this is to pay attention to where you would naturally go to look for something and put it there even if it doesn't make sense. Still air on the side of caution to display too many items out in the open because it may become too stimulating and overwhelming. P.s. Love you Nick and your opinions😘
Totally agree. I have ADHD and must have closed storage; open storage is too visually stimulating.
Same here. The only open shelving I have is for my books which bring me joy to look at. Otherwise I need everything behind doors, otherwise it's too much chaos for my brain. Totally understand that every brain is different, but I'm glad you brought this up.
Same in a way. Things that soothe me and bring me joy need to be visible so I remember they exist, but indeed, lots of closed storage too to soothe my brain clutter
I've found the happy medium is labels and regular "cullings" where I go through everything I have and re-evaluate the items I've forgotten about. Also selective displaying of uncommonly used objects (I remember where things I use all the time are). It's all about personal solutions.
I like the Split The Difference option of Shelves with Doors on the bottom. display what you Like, doors cover what you Need, and open wide for easy on the spot inventory. Dyspraxic with visual filtering, I can't see what I'm not looking for. - that makes perfect sense, if you know you know.
Ceiling fans are actually great for cold climates too. Put them on "winter mode" and they push the warm air downward and can save on heating bills.
Yes thank you! And they help circulate the air in a space, theyre not just for cooling and heating purposes.
Everyone always seems to forget this!!
Has anyone tried this? Is this physics-approved? I feel like just by moving the air, we'd get wind chill, but I'd love a link if anyone has one...
Yes! Ceiling fans are HVAC miracles!
@@sarahmitchell821it's a science fact that warm air is lighter and it rises to the ceiling (in the context of a room), so it actually makes a lot of sense. I hadn't heard of this tip until this comment, but it makes total sense that a slow moving fan would push the warm air back down. Now I'm rethinking my whole design 🙄🤔
I really appreciate your thoughtful response to the closed storage/ADHD controversy! I'd love to see you collab with disabled designers to talk about ways folks can make their homes physically accessible, sensory-friendly, etc. while still keeping it stylish 😊
Ooo, that would be really interesting!
Totally agreed
That's legitimately a fantastic idea! I appreciate Nick's kindness and understanding. I was watching this one youtuber years ago who said that sofas or benches at the end of a bed were stupid, she didn't just say she doesn't like them and move on, she belittled the entire notion of a sofa at then foot of the bed, calling it pointless. I let her know that I had one and it was because I am physically disabled and it made a huge difference in my ability to dress myself on my hard days, especially since sitting on the edge of bed didn't offer the kind of support I needed to actually stay up and dress myself.
This is actually a brilliant idea. I don't know why people feel like when you have any sort of physical restriction or disability, you suddenly don't care about style and design. It's exceedingly difficult to find accessible items that fit any aesthetic other than "hospital chic".
Even just some way to make standard utilitarian stuff less miserable would be useful.
Maybe collab with equipmeot so nothing dangerous is suggested?
Personally I'm surprised that it was a controversy at all, because closed storage is much better at keeping your space less cluttered, which is an all time struggle for people with ADHD.
I only recently discovered that having a mesh night stand was the best compromise, because I could somewhat see things inside when I was close enough, but it doesn't look like a mess and people can't tell what's in it from a distance.
Open shelving is such a nightmare for me, because I feel attacked by the mess! Working on smart storage has done wonders. For instance, all my underwear is put in storage boxes with wheels that are always under my bed, so I don't have to look at the boxes, but I always know where they are and what is in them.
_The psychologist was so right when she told me I should give things their designated place and make it easy first and foremost, in order to soothe some of my inner chaos._
Love the Mac & Cheese analogy. That kind of stuff on social media drives me crazy - makes me scared knowing so many people out there don't seem to think for themselves AT ALL. On another note, the house we bought in 2020 has no wall-to-wall carpet and my husband's sinuses are better behaved and he's getting better sleep so that's a win for us.
"Not everything on the internet exists specifically is for you" is true & not just about interior design.
I'm big fan of you, Nick-design & personality.
Your videos are a good time-I've learned how to style me home & I've laughed quite a lot.
"I dislike pink, and you will never see it in my house" - Says the man while wearing pink 😂
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Was just going to post the same comment
Me too. I noticed he is wearing pink.
Nick is pretty in pink. ❤️😊
Really? You didn’t think that was intentional on his part? 🤣
My partner and I bought a 120 year old farmhouse that had those dilapidated fans with the daffodil shape shades. We replaced them with sharp modern LED ceiling fans (including our super manly giant ceiling fan of doom in the sitting room.)
Because even living in an actual farmhouse is not enough to get us to decorate in farmhouse style.
Thanks for having taste!!
That's kinda dumb.. if you live in a Farm House it SHOULD look like one.
Living on a farm/in a farm house myself, I just came on to say. IT. IS.NOT.REQUISITE.TO.DECORATE.WITH.THAT.CRAP.
I don't care for farmhouse but there is a huge difference between real farmhouse decor and what I call faux suburban farmhouse.
@@vaderladyl truth !
Haha! I’m a reasonable person, but I’m also plant obsessed. But being reasonable, I will not argue with your take on plants because from a design standpoint, you are right! For me though, I will continue to enjoy my morning routine of coffee in my sunny room surrounded with more plants than furniture because let’s face it, it’s Winter in Canada and I’d rather pretend there isn’t 3 feet of snow outside.
Cheers from Nova Scotia!!🇨🇦
“Pitchforks casually sitting in the corner” 🤣🤣🤣
My home is farmhouse and I watch your videos. Love them all! You give great advice and are so entertaining and funny!
To all the critics…lighten up folks and enjoy😊
“Calm down, Texas.” Really should be the official country slogan of us over here in the US.
😂
The most interesting thing about accessibility needs is that they can be fully opposite for different people! That's why I like to share which design opinions/ideas might not work for certain accessibility needs :)
My favorite example is that digital buttons/dials are not accessible at all for people who are visually impaired, and need tactile buttons and dials. For myself with my arthritis, digital dials and buttons are WAY easier to use.
Also, too many plants IS the look 😁
Honestly though, people do need to understand what "opinion" means.
ADHD clutter still needs to be organized! There are types of containers that are mesh or more opaque that allows you to "see" the items but also makes it look cohesive. Alternatively, you can use labels for categories behind doors, because things still need to have a place. Also, decluttering will allow you to make a written inventory of items if needed.
I used to be very firmly anti fake flowers, but the problem was I never have enough money for real flowers, so I would perpetually just NOT have flowers in my house. Then, a couple weeks ago, I saw someone mixing real and fake flowers/plants together to make a really nice display and I thought... maybe.... I could try.... some fake plants. It was a very good decision. I have some decent looking fake flowers that add some charm to my space and I went outside and cut some branches off of a tree and mixed those with some fake flowers in my bathroom and the effect is so wonderful. I didn't think my brain would be able to turn off the fact they are fake, but it's actually been an easier transition than I thought.
Fake plants are also great for places with little natural light 👍 I have a big window in my bedroom but I have light sensitivity, so my black not-quite-sheer-not-quite-opaque curtains are ALWAYS closed. Even the desk light is turned away to the curtain to dim the light even further, and my computer monitor is on the lowest brightness setting, on top of having an app to further reduce brightness and blue light or I get headaches; there's enough light for me to work at my desk but I wouldn't subject a plant to it. The real miniature rose bush I have stays in the living room (which is a problem because since it's out of sight I tend to forget to water it...) smack dab in front of the big window, but if I wanted a plant for my desk it'd be a fake one.
I love my fake green plants! It adds so much green into my apartment alongside with my real plants.
Hi, ADHDer here, just want to say how much I appreciate your response to those comments others had left. It's so common for us to be dismissed and stigmatized, for our disability to be mocked and jeered at... It was really refreshing and heartening to see a creator take us and our needs seriously. ❤️ Thank you so much for that.
I don't do farmhouse signage anywhere in my house, however, I'm pretty sure I'm going to purchase one for my laundry room. It's hilarious! It says: "Laundry is looking at me dirty again." I'll hang it above my laundry sorter.
I have a small one that says "laundry today or naked tomorrow"
One of the mantras I now tell myself is, if you like a specific novelty thing, you can very well express it in other ways. It doesn't necessarily have to be on a giant piece of artwork where everyone can see it.
For example, some people love those funny "wine o' clock" sayings, and I'd get one as a coffee mug. That way, I can put it away and out of sight when I'm done with it. I collect weird and funky T-shirts. But once I'm done with them, I put them back in the closet.
Your personality doesn't have to be expressed all through out an entire living space... aka, things that are a lot harder to cover up if it clashes. :3
I agree with not having signage placed all over the house, however, I don't think that a laundry room is one area that's visible to whoever enters my home. I need to find humor in doing laundry after all.@@Whimsy3692
I love that you are so humorous and still sensitive in your approach. I also love that you read the comments and are open to learning. It’s so refreshing and that’s why I love your channel!
Just adding that in most western European countries (not the UK) we really don't like carpet floors anywhere in the house. We think it's unhygienic and ugly. It was common in the 20th century, but during the last decades you don't find it anymore in modern or renovated homes.
We have carpets on the floor, but the floor itself is wooden or laminate or stone etc.
Greetings from Switzerland, from a house with wooden and laminate floors.. 😉
Agree! Floor carpeting also can cause dust allergies
Exactly what I was thinking. We have rugs but most homes don't have carpet anywhere anymore.
I think a way to get the more planty look while looking a bit more elevated is using fewer but bigger plants. More mature plants also tend to be more interesting
Totally agree! Big plants look expensive too (because they usually are if you first buy them at that size)
especially the ones that grow wild looking . My monstera is trying to take over my living room and its snaked sideways and around its moss pole I tied it up to..
I love how diplomatic you are while still asserting your opinions. People can be such children.
LOL! We had a big home that worked well with Farmhouse decor. When we moved to a more contemporary home, it no longer worked. When I saw what you said about Farmhouse, I went around the house and took down any remaining cheesy signs and put my old window panes up for sale! Thank you, it was the Ah ha moment. ♥️
I am CACKLING in laughter about the plant gays (guilty as charged)
Also thank you for the update about ADHD and hiding things, that's what I was thinking. I went to look for other channels who design for ADHD after that.
It would be really cool if you researched and did a video on design with neurodiversity in mind (such as sensory sensitivities, disorganization, ADHD, how to minimize sound, etc)
You're funny to listen to thank you! :)
As someone from Texas, I can totally sympathize with ceiling fans not being optional in any way, but aesthetically, I agree with you; I don't like them, especially on 8ft ceilings. The carpet in the bedroom thing? Yeah, the fact that the condo I'm buying had full LVP and zero carpet was a huge part of the draw. Count me in the recent "no carpet!!" trend, lol!
My daughter in Waco has to have the ceiling an on or she can't fall asleep, all year long.
Don't you all have central air conditioning now, that does the job of the fan?
Central air doesn’t take the place of a fan, especially in a two story house. Ceiling fans supplement the ceiling fan because it’s cheaper to run a ceiling fan than to set the AC temp low, cooling an entire house when you are in one room; or setting the temp lower than most in the home don’t find comfortable.
@@dominaevillae28 ah
I lived in Texas for 19 years and I feel ceiling fans (multiple) are nessasary. AC does not do what the ceiling fan does- you NEED both. Having said this, it is hard to find really beautiful fans,,, BUT.. since so many of us live in Farm Houses, maybe we can look at the Dollar Store :) jk ...
As a millennial plant loving woman with ADHD I ADORE your channel, your humor and your snark! ♥️
Any hidden container can be labeled so everything is easily located while the clutter is hidden. Thanks for your great ability to help people transition a style with a more current take.
As someone with adhd, I actually cannot do clutter like that because it’s distracting to me and distressing. I do see how easy it can be to find things. Example I have lost my keys today and they are not in the basket they’re supposed to be in so they’re now probably lost forever.
Same. I use a hook though. 🍳🙃🌞
I have adhd and struggle with things like out of sight out of mind but also find visual clutter challenging because… of course. I find that labeling cupboards and their contents helps me put things away, remember where they are and also be able to get rid of visual noise. I label everything. Which shoes go in each shoe drawer, kitchen cupboards and drawers, my dresser, book shelves, etc. I try and use cute labels where I can but the important part is the label. Bonus side effect when other people come into my home they can find things and put them away if they need to. I have found it’s also important to have the flexibility to change your labels because I often change opinions on where something SHOULD go in my house
When are you available to do my place?
One of my favourite ADHD solutions has been putting a couple of those hanging shoe organizers in my closet with clear plastic shoe bins in every slot. I go in my closet multiple times a day for various things (I keep snacks in there, and my laundry basket) so I see it constantly, and I can see into the individual bins, but I can also close the closet door to hide the visual clutter. I think the shoe bins are the perfect size to hold a decent amount of things while also being small enough that each has its own specific category and I never have to dig for whatever's at the bottom. If I need something, I can just remember to pull out the "various cables" shoebox or the "toiletries I rarely use" shoebox (it helps that I've had this system for years and know by memory which bin is in what location).
I also want to add that mesh items can work great too!
My nightstand is in metal mesh, and I can see my pink pill container inside it when I'm right next to it in my bed, but when I'm sitting at my desk I can't see the clutter inside it.
The need to clean up the visual clutter is not talked about enough IMO. I'm _definitely_ getting floor to ceiling cabinets with space for all my random stuff when I have my own apartment.
Oh gosh, I couldn’t live comfortably without my ceiling fans! I’ve updated them 3 times since I’ve lived here. You don’t know the glorious feeling of a good fan when one hits “the change”
"Calm down, Texas" is the best thing I've heard on YT so far this week.
As for plants, I can't keep them because I kill them, but I do appreciate going to a house with a plant room, like the sunny spaces you show at 14:03. Not sure I'd enjoy being at someone's home as much if all their spaces were wall-to-wall plants. That said, most people don't decorate with guests in mind. I do, but I'm weird that way.
I really enjoyed this video. I think many people take everything personally and get offended at a drop of a hat. I personally hate going to a house where everything is covered in plants. There is such a thing as too much of a good thing.
I so appreciate you, Nick. You're respectful of people's diversity of styles and tastes. There's another designer on YT who annoys the crap out of me because she declares styles tacky or bad across the board without considering the actual person whose home it is- whether it's ceiling fans or having family photos displayed, it's all tacky and in poor taste to her. I prefer your 'you do you' approach to design.
Don't be shy, tell us who. Lol
I love my plants, but I completely understand what you are saying. I don't necessarily think all your advice applies to my situation, but love your videos and listening to you opens my mind to the possibilities! Yes, hate inflatable decor, but if that makes people happy..do you! Please don't change!
Oh Nick, the farm house community is still going to come after you, so are the plant moms. 😁 But you are the most reasonable, humorous, light hearted designer I've watched & I love your channel for it. Your true fans know your sense of humor & we know your, "You do you" attitude when it comes to design.
As a millennial woman, I will always love having too many plants, and I'll always appreciate you making fun of whatever design choice you want to make fun of, Nick! 💛
Hahaha same! I love Nick’s channel so much, but I’ll admit I actually loved the example pictures of too many plants 😂
I love my plants! Do I have a ton? Does my husband thinks it’s too much? Do I have a little bit of an addiction? Yes! Am I going to stop? Nope 😂
I’m a plant lady! 😂 I totally agree with you about the plant thing. Right now I’m overwintering a few (okay, a lot) of semi-tropical outdoor plants. I’m counting the days till they move back outdoors. There will always be 1-3 real, beautiful indoor plants in most large spaces.
I’m right there with you 😊😊
As a plant parent, I have to agree with you. Some people have become extreme about their plant Ownership to the point where plants take over the house in a very unflattering way. My philosophy has been if I have to buy additional spaces, shelves, stands to put my plants. I have too many plants. My plant should be able to seamlessly fit into the décor of my home, not the other way around.
I love how meta the second half of this video got. From a plant gay and avid fan, we give you license to upset us sometimes Nick. You are you and that’s we we love your channel 🪴🌈💕
You made me laugh with the comment about not recommending people light their house on fire. My unprofessional suggestion for a heat register under a window might be a roman shade and then floor length curtains that are permanently fixed in their pull backs.
If you don't hear it enough, I love hearing your opinions and have learned how much our design tendencies are a product of our generation.
Would love to see you design a space for a client with opposite tastes, just as a challenge.
That’s exactly what I am doing with my living room window. I have to put register deflectors on each side of the window, but I chose metal in the same shade as the curtains. Also, a sectional covers one deflector and a planter disguises the other. I needed the walls and moldings on the ends of the windows softened with curtains. The shades alone were too stark and I needed sound echo proofing which happened when we took down walls for more open floor plan. Whew. My reply is longer than I meant. Thanks for your comment. Made me feel more confident in my choice.
Love that idea and not only that but the curtains will only need to be kept pulled back in colder seasons when the radiator etc is in use.
Straight millennial man here. I found your channel when looking for decor ideas for my home theater. I love the channel, and you have definitely helped improve the look and feel of my entire house now. Thanks, and keep the advice coming.
Love your witty criticism Nick, so great. I never take anything on the internet personally. I mean people getting butt hurt or offended by a “ stranger” on their screen . lol could you imagine.
I love how you always think about design for how people live, and I appreciate how you take people's comments into consideration
I am shocked, shocked I tell you to learn that I shouldn't take everything I see on the internet to heart.
I so appreciate that you feel like you could learn something from other people. I am almost blind, completely, and through my life I’ve had to learn to adapt to my environment and adapt my environment to my vision. One of my favorite RUclipsrs, beside you, is clutter bug. She has figured out four different organization, styles, And I think as a designer it could help you understand how to work in beautiful design with different organization needs. 7:19
yes!!! In a different comment for this video, I also recommended that people (and Nick) should check out Clutterbug's 4 organization (bug) styles!!!
“Not every piece of content on the internet is going to necessarily work for you” I’m framing that and putting it in my house 🙌🙌
Hi Nick,
You are so smart, spot on and entertaining! Your ideas are helping us a lot in our new build.
You don’t need to apologize to anyone regarding their personal disabilities or issues. They need to modify your recommendations to fit their own circumstances. I have severely compromised mobility and am totally capable of taking suggestions and adjusting them to my needs.
You rock!
I love your controversial hot takes. And you have INDEED made fun of stuff that I love (post modern) but I still absolutely love your controversial hot takes. Please never stop ❤
Demographic: OTHER I have to tell you I enjoy every bit of your commentary on home design. The reason I tuned in was my need for a clue. I'm decorating an apartment in an independent living facility. Starting fresh and wanted to not make the mistakes of the past. Mission accomplished Nick. I'm tempted to show you my cardboard end tables and desk arrangement, as I await the delivery of furnishings I've selected. Having fun and will continue to watch your content as it is just plain healthy.
You literally hit every single point that I've stated at one point or another in my advice to people regarding décor. Other's may not like the advice, but opinions are like hiney holes - everyone has them, but not everyone's should be seen or heard enmass. lol I absolutely adore you! Keep telling the truth, normal reasonable people laugh and enjoy all of it!
I love your common sense. I live in Mexico City, I am an architect and found you while styling my home. Love your comments and humor.
You always state that your opinion is that its your own and that if you love something, just do the thing anyway. I thought that was always pretty clear haha! I feel people are trying to find people to blame or to be angry at, im not sure why. Also I like farmhouse but I love listening to your rants about them! I enjoy hearing about people's opinions, it would be very boring if you only love what I love all the damn time. Love the rants, and I love the roasts, keep having fun with us Nick! Love your channel!
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 well said!
😂 I’m an urban farmer, lover of colorful farmhouse, yet I love your channel. Because interior design is fun!
I hate visual clutter! Part of me has been considering labeling the outside of my cabinets to avoid forgetting what I put inside. I can't imagine it'd look good though lol
I hate visual clutter as well. The best advice I ever read was to store things where you naturally first think to look for them even when it doesn't make the most sense. When I first organised my kitchen, I was constantly opening the mug cabinet when I wanted a plate, and vice versa. Swapped them and haven't made that mistake since.
I love my plants…but you are still correct, there are too many and I do not need more.
As a millennial, the various places that I lived in have been transformed in many different types of jungles. But that’s BEFORE I ADOPTED A CAT. Now my place resembles a cat den. I bought a beautiful throw the other day, and now it’s my cat’s, because he loves it and I don’t have the heart to take it away from him. He also loves hiding under bushy boston ferns that sit on the floor in the middle of my living space!!
Your way of discourse is really open and welcoming. It feels good.
Well done. I always appreciate when you help us laugh at ourselves. This one did not disappoint.
Would you consider doing a video on "Accidental Design" or "Unintentional Design"? By this I mean design concepts that start out as one thing but turn out with a completely different reality because, well, life happens.
"Eclectic " becomes "All the Stuff my Mother Left Me When She Died." Or "Gifted Decor from Other People"
Almost any style can become a "Cluttered" version of itself or become entirely different style. ...or a "Dusty" version of itself.
Or just too much like when Christmas-y becomes Christmas retail store style.
Even Disney does not design its environments to look like its own retail shops.
Electrical wires are also an accidental style for so many of us.
Washing everything in a diffuse and even light that erases all shadows and textures is another accidental style.
I have been guilty of so many of these at different times. What scares me most is the ones I have not allowed myself to be aware of.
And some I need to motivate myself to deal with. Like my current "You've Got (too much) Mail" style. Ha-ha; every thing goes down better with a spoonful of sugar and a little laughter.
Keep up the candid and good natured advice. Very enjoyable and helpful.
I love plants but I feel the need to have a lot in winter and not so much in summer. I think it's more of an emotional thing
I move them out to the patio in the summer. It gives a break from the chore of indoor care (which is more work) and the plants love it too. Then, in October, I’m ready to clutter and cozy up the house with them again.
@Jpp yes! Right? It's just gotta be a winter thing.
"Keep it if you love it; don't, if you care what I think." Fabulous!
“Not everything exists on the internet specifically for you” at 10:15 made me laugh so loudly. This is so courteous and gracious, given some of the comments I imagine that you get.
😂 I love the way you answer comments, a great effort. There will always be some
People who want to be the exception to what you say and will try to prove you wrong 😂. I love you content even when I don’t fully agree as you said each one can adjust your advice to his taste.
I love Nick’s channel. He’s wonderful!!
I think these people want to piggy-back off his success by latching on and making response videos. There's a good reason why I have made RUclips my sole source of social media and that's to keep down any similar annoying videos that pretty much is just to fuel outrage culture 😒. RUclips requires actual effort so pumping out a quick and unpolished video isn't going to do you many or any favors here.
Okay Nick so if you can't afford to switch out your ceiling fan you paint it... I have a white ceiling fan with white paddles white light fixtures and it sort of all blends in with the ceiling... Not exactly the most up-to-date but certainly better than that brown I agree the brown kill me now.
Yes it is a budget friendly alternative.
You are so right with your comments about the radiator and curtains. The same, however, goes for folks with ADHD or accessibility issues. Take the parts of the advice that works for you and ignore the rest. Texans with ceiling fans, too.
Absolutely. You are so right!
Agreed, though I still like it when people point out their different needs. I learn something that way. As long as the comment comes from a place of raising awareness, rather than being overly critical, though - those of us without accessibility issues don't have the lived experience to anticipate nuances that would affect people with accessibility needs.
The pitchfork casually sitting in the corner, you're too funny Nick!
It's funny to hear the complaints people have. You made it fun and full of sass. My favorite was the inflatable yard decor. I could help but chuckle.
You are always so considerate! I think that’s very nice about your channel. Also think, that you always have a clear communication. I never felt like i was misunderstanding you.
I’m a boomer and just love your channel !! Love your comments of “ you do you “
Keep up the great content
Ceiling fans are a must in the south. No “think about if you really need it.” When six months of the year have days over 90 degrees, it’s not optional. The only rooms in my house that don’t have ceiling fans are the pantry and the second bathroom (and I wish I had one there.)
Why do people find them necessary? Houston is hot and humid and I’ve always had them ripped out. AC is fine.
It never ceases to amaze me that people can't or won't think for themselves! Everyone has different circumstances that have to be taken into consideration, so one suggestion might be to consider your options, perhaps with advice and suggestions, but ultimately it's their choice. Why you or anyone else should be slammed for an idea not fitting into someone's circumstances is absolutely beyond my understanding! Be that as it may, I love how you handle the "criticism" with your sassy approach to topics and I always find your videos informative, interesting and a whole lot of fun. Most of what's seen here is beyond my means and I'm happy with what I've done with what I have, but it's still fun. Keep up the great work!
I was already binge indulging your content. But this video made me a total fan! I love your personality. I learn so much from your channel by the way
This video is hilarious and made my morning. I love it!! First time I’ve submitted a comment and couldn’t help myself. Common sense is absolutely relative.
I hate the look of clutter but I also forget about things if I don't see them regularly. The amount of duplicates I've bought over the years 🤦🏻♀️ The struggle to find a good balance is hard.
I have ADHD and if I put my jewelry in a jewelry box I would totally lose it for years! So all of my stuff is out there and labeled so I know where to find things. I LOVE watching your channel and seeing your style and listening to all your suggestions. This video is a hoot! I loved it. Thank you for the laughs!!
LOVE your last bit about inflatable decorations! It was a perfect way to end : hey if you love it, go ahead and fill your boots! Regardless of my opinion on it.
OMG I am dying. The compulsion to ask a question you can so easily answer yourself just for the sake of asking a question is an online behavior that I cannot understand (especially after joining Facebook mom groups. Like...can you think?)
OMG Nick I have the 2nd ceiling fan you showed, it’s hideous! The only reason I haven’t ripped the thing out is that is hanging high up in my stairwell and I’m too chicken to get up there. Now that I’ve seen it here, I’m going to make it my next project. Love ya!
Please make sure you have two ladders and help. We took one down in our kitchen. OMG they are awkward and heavy.
I lived with an ugly fan for so many years! Intimidated by working up high and dealing with electricity. One day I stumbled on a DIY'er and found out how easy it is to leave it in place and update it. I painted the brass to gun metal, flipped the wickery paddles to the solid side and painted them a pearly white and replaced the fish bowl globe with a flat drum style.If you have to set up a scafold to tear it down anyway, consider easy updates as an option.
You killed me with this video! You this was so funny, I absolutely loved it! I’ve never taken a lot of your criticisms of things so much to heart that it’s like ruined my day or anything, so the fact that you have to address these so-called “controversies” was delightful. By the way you are wearing pink💗
Love your content
-millennial woman
"not everything on the internet exists specifically for you" YES! So much yes to this
I loved this video so much! You always make me laugh and I love your sense of humour. I come for the design advice but stay for the houses on fire and exploding macaroni and cheese. 😂
Hi Nick! Just watched this video!! Missed it when it came out. I love your content and delivery so much. It makes me laugh out loud but also appreciate what you say .. most of which I agree with. I watch in UK so occasionally stuff doesn't apply ( ceiling fans for example) but on the whole your stuff is brilliant. Keep it coming! Love it.
NICK! Omgosh! I can't believe an ACTUAL interior designer has attackers. I am just a middle aged southern woman, who, WHEN ASKED, gives her opinion on "what I think". I *personally* hate wall to wall carpet. I am a neat freak and if you can't pick it up and wash it, it doesn't get clean. I have a story to back up that opinion that no one wants to hear. I also *personally* hate a TV above the fireplace. A TV is an appliance. What not just put a blender up there? I get ATTACKED. Why did you ask for MY OPINION?! GAH!
LOVE your videos. Even I knew what you meant about the ceiling fans because, I AM in the south where the humidity and heat makes you feel like you're breathing through a wet towel, so ceiling fans will always be in my home, but they DO make pretty ones!
Lol! I am a proud plant owner and support your message about not having too many plants! I find that it can be a little bit of a design crutch and swapping out a ton of little plants for a few interesting trees can be a nice balance.
I have ADHD and have to work towards neat out of sight storage, it is more aesthetically pleasing but i do forget about things out of sight....
I used to love farm house and am now aiming for over the top jungle and always in need of a new plant.
I love feeling called out and connected to an audience though and you are so kind about all of these things ❤
I agree with everything you said. You made me laugh the entire video. I live in South Florida and ceiling fans are a necessity but they don't have to be old or ugly. We updated all the fans in our house a few years ago. I took a long time searching for fans because I couldn't stand anything I saw, but it was worth it.
We are definitely in the times of the sheep. People see what they see and follow it without stopping to think for themselves. I LOVE the mac n cheese substitution.
Another gem! ♥ So many replayed parts of the video! My cheeks hurt and my eyes are tearing up from laughing.😂Thank you for your hysterical observations, comments and advice. Love your channel and you. It does feel like we're just a little group giggling away.
You are a hoot!! It took me a bit to “get you” but that’s okay! I love pink! Splashes here and there in my house. I take your design ideas and decide for myself if I like it or not because I’m an adult. The plant thing was hilarious!! Too many plants! I live in Texas and ceiling fans are a must but updating them is a need! Nothing screams 80’s more than an old ceiling fan! Newly built homes are still putting carpet in some bedrooms (crazy)…my opinion would be go with something non-carpet and put a rug down. Can’t wait till your next video!
“Nesting doll of content” 😂😂