Top 5 Things That Make Any Home Look More EXPENSIVE!
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- Опубликовано: 23 окт 2021
- Want your home to look more expensive? On a Budget? No worries I've go you covered! In this video I am sharing my top tips for a space that looks more luxurious but doesn't have to cost a fortune!
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Welcome to the channel, I'm Garrett! I am formally educated with a degree in interior design. My husband and I are also real estate investors. Our videos cover many styles (not just my own), and everything from ultra luxury to the budget friendly design. We want you to have a good time watching our videos while learning a great deal of useful, and practical information.
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I love your channel 💜 I've always been interested in interior design and just by going through your videos I've learned so much!
Yay! Thanks for watching and subscribing to our channel! 😀😀😀
Clean is free- a home that is clean and uncluterrerd reads expensive where as mess and dirt and dust reads as lazy and all the negative things one can imagine
Agreed!😊😊😊
could not agree more
@@gurrrrlish so nice to see you commenting again! My husband and I were just talking yesterday about that we haven’t seen comments from you in a while and hoping all was well with you.
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I can’t tell you how hard it was for me to have a vision for a home when I was looking to buy hen it was cluttered and dirty. I forced myself to go in one that smelled when the realtor opened the door … I couldn’t get out fast enough.
Even when you live in beautiful designed & expensive home, but it is messy & dusty because you are going through a lot, plus mourning. Sometimes you just don't want to let anyone around, including the housekeeper. A beautiful home is not assurance of happiness.
Otherwise I always enjoy your personality and advice.👍
I love Albert. He's the best little boy. My condolences. I'm still loving his cameos. He's precious.
Couldn’t agree more about having some negative space. Too many accessories can be SO distracting and makes it difficult to find a place to “rest” the eyes. You’re advice is priceless🌟
“Speaking of expensive, where’s Albert?” LOL!! Albert is priceless
Albert is hanging out with his brothers lol! Albert guest starred in this video.:)
I love Albert. Something that says luxury to me is a home that smells good. And everything you said here.
I love the luxury of beautiful glass. I rotate my pieces so I can fall in love with them all over again.
I know it's a tiny, insignificant thing but I really love to decant my liquid dishwashing, laundry and hand soaps into nice bottles. I also decant my cooking oils into bottles that take my eye. It might be the colour, the shape or even a texture. Even though they are hidden in a drawer next to the stove, it feels luxurious to pour olive oil from a fancy bottle.
Love that!😊😊😊
I am gonna have to rewatch this video cuz I spent all of the time staring at that gorgeous jacket omg 😍🤩
LOL Aurora! Watch as much as you like. :)
Love having a real wood vintage piece!!! Classes things up!!!
Agreed Joyce! Thanks for watching and subscribing.
My son's girlfriend has a 325 square foot apartment in which is painted, furnished and decorated in all white except for a few accent colors in each room. Living room curtain rods are black and all her art is framed in white except for one in black. The kitchen features a black tea pot on the stove, the bedroom has a 6 drawer black dresser and the bath has a black soap dispenser. However, the interior of the front door is painted a true red in high gloss. I think it looks like a chic NY micro-loft.
Sounds gorgeous!
I want to live there
Real wood floors and grass cloth wallpaper
Yessss...ANTIQUE FURNITURE! I absolutely love to go to local antique malls and find great things. I inherited two wooden China cabinets that my grandmother made when she passed away and my obsession began. My favorite piece is a Victorian tiger oak bench that I found. Everybody go save the Antiques!
Exactly! Thanks for watching and subscribing Lauren. We appreciate your support. :)
Agree about the wood. I have an elegant bird's eye maple dresser (with a real plate glass mirror) from 1925 in my modern bedroom, paid 100$ for it, and have loved it for 20 years. Wood always warms a space and goes with any decor!
I am here for Albert to be on every video
Thanks for watching and subscribing to our channel! Albert and his brothers make regular guest starring appearances.
Little Albert is the sweetest fur baby…he melts my heart! Your other fur baby is a doll as well! ❤️❤️
Thank you so much! The three boys make regular guest starring appearances, and we all appreciate you being a subscriber. :)
✨ One small touch I like to do, is put liquors in beautiful crystal decanters in an uncluttered bar area with a nice tray. Elegant lead crystal decanters need not be expensive, and can be found in Thrift Stores because they don't seem to know the difference in cheap glass or heavy an upscale crystal. You betcha I take advantage of that fact, LOL! Cheers! 🥃🍸🍷
My budget friendly changes... wall plates , outlet covers, door hardware hinges and knobs, exterior entry door mat to layered look, 1" aluminum mini blinds to 2" faux plantation , straight shower curtain rod to curved rod, changed out lamp shades, etc...You always exceed my expectations.
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I love how you love Albert it’s just so precious!
I love Albert. He really is the star of your videos when he makes his appearance. 😭❤️
I love my neutrals. White, cream, ivory, etc. but, I’ve also sort of been experimenting with colors recently. I’ve found that over time my style has changed and I have been wanting a more sophisticated and elegant looking space.
I really love the colors dusty pink/mauve with greens and then lately I’ve been liking that burnt orange/amber kind of color, which I’m struggling with finding the perfect shade that doesn’t look like a pumpkin orange. It has been a journey putting together a color palette!
Thanks so for watching and subscribing Ashley! As always we appreciate your support.
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Lots of interesting books that make me want to sprawl on their floor and read them.
Great cache pots. A little Steuben Knick knack for a dining room table center piece.
I love some negative space!🖤 More, does not mean more expensive!
I don’t know what I like more: that fabulous jacket you’re wearing OR the chest cabinet in the background. (The color is eye striking - certainly one I’m considering for the wood mantle in my home.) Love it! Thanks for the great advice.
My pleasure! Thanks so much.
I absolutely love that the puppies make an appearance in your channels. I truly stay for Albert.
Glad you like them!
Albert steals the show! I just love your videos and look forward to them. 😀
Thank you Trish!
To me it is a huge piece of art, when you just walk into a space and see a huge painting on a wall. I'm going to be making one on the biggest wall in my apartment, wish me luck haha :) love the video, and I adore that jacket you're wearing!
Sounds great! Thanks Sanja:)
I had a lovely piece of screen printed linen that I got at a thrift store for about 5 bucks. Couldn't find anywhere for it but such a lovely piece with vibrant blues and greens. Anyway, brainwave- went and bought some pieces of 2x2, made a frame and stretched and stapled it over. It's about 3 ft by 4 ft and is just stunning, and one of a kind!
Good luck on your artistic endeavors. I just love to see DIY artwork.
@@shawndory5193 Shawn have you seen the DIY artwork video I did a while back? I think you might like it. 😊😊😊
@@shawndory5193 thank you so much! ❤❤❤
Years ago my son moved into his first place and got some Ikea grey metal and glass tables. The coffee table kicked around here for years, sometimes on the porch. When I did my living room floor in a dark waxed terra cotta I had an idea- I sanded down that table, spray painted it in a dark brass metallic and it looks very chic with the clear glass top. It lightens the terracotta and it's unique and under $30 :)
Flowers are a must, even a couple of sprigs in the bathroom.
I've recently been furniture shopping for modern things as am buying a new townhouse in town (I am rural). Honestly I am so disgusted by the stuff that is available, I'm not sure what to do, short of buying from Europe. Why are all furniture legs now splayed out like they are broken?
My favourite tip today is to rotate things in and out to provide negative space. I also think swapping thing out allows us to add and subtract some season touches too. Another great video as always. ❤️
This is a great tip. After a while I don’t see things in the space. Rotating items keeps it visually fresh.
I really appreciate how you encourage us do what we can with what we have, it is very refreshing! I would love to hear any advice you have on living in a small space, i am currently in the process of moving out from my family home (stunning apartment from the 1800s) into a tiny modern studio apartment and i am STRUGGLING!!! Love from Sweden 🕊
Thanks for your comment Noemi! Have you watched my video on How To Make A Small Space Look Bigger? That might help some, but I will try to include more on this subject in an upcoming video. Thanks for being a subscriber. We appreciate you. Best to you and Sweden, and please don't forget to spread the word of our channel to your friends and family. We would love to have more Swedish subscribers. :)
Omg Albert looks luxurious!!! Now I’m daydreaming about cuddling with him 💕 super adorable!
Thanks so much Natalia! He is very spoiled, but he went through a lot in his life and deserves it. We rescued him 3 years ago when he was 13. Albert likes to lay next to you, but he isn't the biggest cuddler. His brother Cornealius the English Bulldog is the most cuddly of the three. Anyway, thanks for watching and supporting our channel by subscribing! We appreciate it. :)
Hi Garrett. Thanks for the curtain advice. I just paid a Taskrabbit to raise my curtain rods to the ceiling. He was absolutely amazed at how much bigger my living room looked. I told him about you. I think he's going to go home and do the same to his house. And subscribe. He even helped me move furniture around. I would send a picture but my furniture (ugg). Let's just say I have animals.
That is awesome! Thanks for recommending the channel. It's greatly appreciated. :)
For ambience in the evening, I use medium base dark amber flame light bulbs, 25 to 40 watts only. If you want dim lighting for atmosphere it will turn your living room into a Paris apartment. I've been doing this for years and it works. The flame bulbs cast dramatic shapes onto the ceiling and looks really cozy. Of course, you also need to have bright lights as well somewhere, so you don't have to change the bulbs every time you need extra light.
I like that idea Susan! Thanks for sharing, and for watching and subscribing. We appreciate your support.
HELLO ALBERT! I loves him.
We sort of did something with our ceiling. We painted it to match the trim and changed out the fixtures. I found an awesome modern retro glass and chrome light fixture to replace the boob lamp, and instead of the undersized and sad little fan (tulip shades and gold pasteboard blades) we put in our super manly ceiling fan of death. (It's huge and powerful and wood and steel.)
Albert is the reason I watch this channel. I love you Garrett, but your dogs are everything.
Albert thanks you for subscribing. Your support of the channel helps us all, and is appreciated. He's a good boy. Very intelligent and independent. Nothing holds him back. He's a hero. We rescued him almost 3 years ago and so he's now around 16. He developed a heart murmur so we are working with his cardiologist and keeping an eye on it. Right now he doesn't need medication or other treatment, and otherwise he is very healthy. He loves hanging out with his brothers, and they love him. They all sleep next to each other and are treated like princes. :)
I avoid having a central coffee table. The space is clearer, and less opportunity to gather clutter.
Thanks for your comment Evelyn! Not having the central coffee table is certainly an option for clutter issues if it works for you. Thanks so much for subscribing and supporting our channel. :)
Clean house. There can be minimal or maxed out pieces but no clutter about. Gilded large frames. Natural elements mixed in like stone and wood. Unchipped doors and trim work. Organization for everyday objects like shoes, coats, bags…
Great comment Jennie! I love it. Thanks for subscribing and supporting
our channel :)
@@GarrettLeChic Thank you ☺️
Love your posts. You’re so much fun!
I've been binging your videos and just got to this. YES! Negative space!!! I have friends always saying , 'it's empty here, you need to put something there....' Nope. Get a lot of compliments on my place.. Just do you, is my motto
That’s awesome! Glad you are enjoying. We encourage people to design and decorate on this channel in a manner that is safe, personally appealing as well as functional for them. Please take a moment to support my work by subscribing if you haven’t already. I appreciate it. 😊😊😊
@@GarrettLeChic I feel like if you have quality, nice things you don’t need a lot of crap… And yes, I already subscribed. :)
@@sharonbennett2367 Agreed! Welcome to the channel. It’s great to have you as a part of our very valued subscriber family!
You are so right! When I walked into my present home, the first thing I saw were the tiny, bent, and cheap looking curtain rods. They absolutely jumped out at me. Next thing was the short and plain base molding with quarter round. Replacing both was major priority.
Love that you saw the difference, and now you have some food for thought on the issue. Thanks for being a subscriber Jo Anne! We appreciate you. :)
Albert is super cute
Very attractive jacket you're wearing! Good suggestions. If only I can get my husband to finish the remodel and hang up my beautiful hardware and drapes!
Thank you! We appreciate you watching, and subscribing to our channel. I hope your remodel gets done soon. :)
Statement lamps to scale in the room is something I notice.
Thank you for the good advice. I was thinking about painting my ceilings something other than white but wasn't sure if it would look odd, now it is a plan.
Negative space, good point!
I have a fabric store in my neighborhood that makes custom curtains. They have a rack for curtains that were sent back or not picked up at a fraction of the cost! Most of the time I find what fits my windows without the paying a small fortune
Came for Albert; stayed for the design tips 😆👍
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Best interior advices on RUclips!!! Thank you Garrett. Much appreciated. Always look forward to your videos.
Thanks so much! I really appreciate your comment. So nice.
Definitely lighting…a spot light on artwork or different lamps on tables and corners of the home that can set the mood as the evening progresses. 👍🧡
I totally agree! There should be at least three sources of light in addition to natural light in a space. :)
Thank you, Garrett. You always help us elevate our homes at every budget. Can Albert get any more adorable?
Love the ceiling! I think millwork really elevates more than any decor can.
Yes! I am so tired of everyone recently ignoring curtains and curtain rods.
I was SO hoping to see Albert!!
I adore you, Garrett. LOVE watching you and your information is ALWAYS perfect.
Wow, thank you! Martha Thank you for being a subscriber and supporting our channel. :)
Love your pro comments! Lighting fixtures and lamps are important to me as well as the lighting itself.
Glad you like them! Thanks so much for subscribing and supporting the channel. We appreciate it. Happy Holidays Marie!
I need that jacket in my life
I think updating sink faucets and door handles to levers makes a home look more expensive.
Happy Sunday friends! All the thoughts in this video are helpful especially the negative space. Sometimes I feel like I need something in every empty space but this reminds me to chill out lol. Sending 🤗 to Albert!
Thanks for sharing!!
I'm repainting my home office green!
Thanks so much! Albert says hello, We appreciate your supporting our channel in watching and subscribing.:)
Oh my. That gorgeous jacket. You look so, dare I say it, chic. And expensive. All good information. And Albert! You know I'm crazy about Albert.
Interesting info about ceilings. My home was built in 1940 and the ceilings in the livingroom and dining room are very highly textured plaster. Not really my taste but I'm keeping them because it suits the house and the skill to plaster this way is almost lost. They could use a refresh on the paint but I'm still trying to decide on the white or off white color to use. So many whites!
Love your style and your videos.❤
Thanks so much! I’m glad you like it. It’s by Dolce and Gabbana. I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Your support has not gone unnoticed and we are so happy to have you as a subscriber! Albert says hello. He’s headed to bed now. 🐶🐶🐶
@@GarrettLeChic thank you for your lovely and kind comment.
Super video Garrett, I agree 100% about the negative space.
Thanks Mari! As always we appreciate you being a subscriber.
Albert is darling….. I agree some negative space is important…. It keeps the home looking less decluttered & cleaner which definitely looks more expensive
For me luxurious includes hand-tied Oriental carpets. Even beautiful vintage ones can be found very reasonably in places like e-bay, and they instantly elevate your home (and when the cat pukes on all that pattern and color it's not instantly a disaster).
Yes Yes Ingrid! You are so correct, and these rugs can be used with most any design style if done properly. We have several vintage hand tied Turkish carpets that we love. Thanks for your comment and for being a subscriber! :)
Love these tips! I just moved from LA to Beirut and have been slacking on decorating but this is definitely giving me the inspo I need.
I'm so glad! Thanks for your support in subscribing to our channel. :)
Good wall plates.
Thank you for the video!❤️
Great advice 👏
Could you make a video about unique furniture like art painted furniture and how to decorate around it?
Garrett thank you 🤗 I need to learn more about curtain hardware. That's something I need to work on so my windows will look more defined and elegant ❤️ love your videos.
Thank you. You are so welcome!
Wow, your channel has grown so fast! Let's Go, Garrett!
I LOVE the ceiling idea!!!
Thanks for watching and subscribing to our channel. We appreciate your support!
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LOVE the jacket!
Thanks so much!
Hello 👋 great video! I painted my home the color watery by SW we lightened the color by one shade in every room since the family room, living room, entrance, dining room connect but are all there own separate rooms and you can see them all it looks really nice.
Sounds great! Im glad you enjoyed the video. :)
Always great different tips..ty Garrett
My famous named subscriber! 😎😎😎
Where have you been my whole life! Great informative video.
I'm here now, so thank you so much for being a very valued member of our subscriber family and watching! 2022 is going to be big. We have a lot planned. :)
Hi, Albert - you precious one! Well after watching this, I need to curate better...seriously. That beige and black dining room was life!
Albert is so cute, another great video! Loved the painted ceilings!
Thanks so much😀😀😀
Too adorable and LOVE your advice!!!! MUAH!
Thank you so much!!
Like before watching! Love your Chanel 👍
Yay! Thank you!
We all need an ultra luxurious Albert in our lives! I always use wall paint on my ceilings. I noticed you can get "ceiling paint" for cheap in a big bucket, and that made me suspicious. I had to paint my vaulted ceilings this summer (not fun), so I went with the main wall color (Swiss coffee). I wanted to leave the wood beams alone, but that turned into a disaster. After a few mishaps with the roller, I just went ahead and painted the beams too. I does make a huge difference. The kitchen looked 100% better even before I got to the walls.
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Those are burl wood. I love the red Australian burl wood. It is a tree tumor. So the grain is so unpredictable and somewhat chaotic. I hope I can build a table out of it some day.
I think that’s good…negative space/you know when to stop. Great advice as always.
Thanks so much for the comment, and of course subscribing and supporting our channel! :)
I feel so validated now! 🥰 After agonizing over paint, I went for a Jotun Soft Skin on all walls and trimming, and white ceiling. It looks so good, got lots of positive feedback and now it's also LeChic approved!
Love it!!
Looking forward to next video. The best and love Albert.
More to come! We thank you for being a subscriber:)
Love your jacket Garrett! Another great video!
Thank you so much!😁😁😁
Great video as usual. Agree 10000000% with the negative space
Thanks for watching!
Thi is such great information for design ideas. Your presentation. Is inviting warm hand totally applicable.
Thank you so much Carletta! We appreciate your support in being a subscriber. Much more to come. 😀😀😀
I think crown molding details elevate the room, curtains hung higher above the window, a rich oil painting with a beautiful antique frame, crystal chandelier with a ceiling medallion and a nice, preferably wool, rug. I have a very small house but I like vibrant bathrooms with jewel tones. Liking things and pulling it off are two different things. I like gold details, but not over the top. I think having a mix of vintage/antique and new looks good as long as it compliments each other. I used to think I liked French decor but you really have to tap the brakes on too much of that. I'll settle for a hint of it. I have a French, leaning floor mirror with a gilded frame and an elaborate Chippendale mirror in the foyer. I don't like busy or too heavy but I am not a minimalist either. It's so hard with a little house. I want it to look good but not gaudy. I love your videos. My husband laughs at me because I am always glued to one them.
Great comment Kate! Love the last name.
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Great vid as usual! Would you consider doing a video on how you got into the industry? Or advice for aspiring IDs?
Great suggestion! I can tell you for sure get a degree in interior design or at least at a minimum work for a formally trained and experienced designer or decorator for a good while, so you are not an arm chair designer. There is so much more to this craft then sourcing and picking out pretty pieces or just repeating or suggesting what's trending that day on social media. Thanks for subscribing and supporting our channel. Much more to come!
The comment about the roller rink had me in stitches. 🤣
I love learning from you. I also love Albert
Thanks so much! Glad to be of help. Please take a moment if you haven't already to support the channel, and join our very valued subscriber family. :)
Excellent video - funny and informative! The best kind :)
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for being a subscriber.
I am building a brand new house, all modern. clean grey, off white and black colour scheme. High ceilings. Bathroom tiled floor to ceiling.
I have 10 or 12 pieces of antique furniture. - actually ALL my furniture is antique :)
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Love your pups, especially Albert! ^..^
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Just found your channel Love it!!!! Very informative Albert is a love bug and your wardrobe is fantastic Keep the great videos coming
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Love your videos really helpful for me
I’m glad you are enjoying the videos! Thanks for subscribing to our channel. We appreciate it. 😀😀😀
Omg, Albert is so sweet! I love him! 💖
Thanks, he is a great boy, very smart and independent. We rescued him almost three years ago and it's an honor to have him as a part of the family. We all love him so much. Patty, thanks for subscribing and supporting our channel. :)
Negative space is my biggest challenge. I've collected art and illustrations for more than forty decades. I know you talked about swapping out pieces when you addressed collecting last upload, but it's not easy with paintings and drawings since frames are all different sizes. I need to focus on this more. Thanks again for your insight.
You can do it Wendy!
The key to interior design is knowing when to stop. Nuf said.
Yep. When you bring something in, take something out. Unless the room’s empty to begin with.
Albert is the LeChic Mascot. ❤️
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❤️ your videos!
Thank you! Please spread the word to family and friends🎉🎉🎉🎉
Your jacket is perfect and I still love Albert.
Thanks so much and Albert says hello! We appreciate having you as a subscriber. :)