Hey Guys! SO EXCITED to finally be talking about the MUST HAVES in the decor area...this is likely the first of a series, so let me know what you think in the comments below. and if you LUV it, please remember to share, so we can get more fun stuff happening. And don't forget to drop in at lisaholtdesign.com and sign up!
Love that you show the designer look then advise where to get pieces at reasonable prices. It’s like you think we could all do what you do. You’re groovy. 😊
Thank you for your video. I kind of felt in a slump moving into fall this year. You gave me a lot of great ideas to give me a push. I definitely love the fruit in the bowls, a bowl of soaps in the bathroom, and I love the ideas of flowers in the bedroom. I am inspired now, and tomorrow I'm going to dig in and do little changes around my home. Thank you! 😀
First of all, Lisa- I do love your channel here, you come up with a lot of valuable advise and ideas- many thanks to you! BUT you asked for comments! I also have a huge issue with buying books by color just to decorate with! I knew someone who did this and I came away from her house thinking she was incredibly superficial and mindless! And the coffee tables you show are so cluttered up no one could use them to put anything on- very impractical just to get a certain look. Don't put bowls of fruit just to get the color- if you are never going to eat or use them. Get colorful bowls instead and maybe put things you are actually going to use, like onions or potatoes that you don't want to put in the frig, or coffee pods, or napkins, etc.
You know what would be good? I don’t have a house where I have floor to ceiling ocean views and 22ft ceilings. I think it would be really beneficial to see you style a room that is just a box. I love your style and think you’re amazing! Thanks!
Check out my small spaces video! Most of the time my goal is to help you guys get the best "look" you can regardless of the size or your budget. The suggestions hold true regardless. You just have to know where to buy from and what you're looking for. Thanks for watching!!
Lisa Holt Design totally not criticizing. I genuinely recognize your artistry. I have a 90s track home that I try to apply good design but I’m always stuck when trying to give a track home a custom look.
I know I have several Clients that have the 90’s tract. Paint is your friend! Also, I’ll be diving deep into these topics in the club, so be sure to sign up at LisaHoltDesign.com
glad this was top comment....this struck me as sad too! if you don't care about reading, admit that about yourself and fill your space with something else....and if you do care about reading then collecting books is automatic lol (and you can still group them by colour or whatever if that's your thing)
I dont see why not, though. I find it pleasing to look at, like a vase of flowers. Lavender flowers can be turned into tea, so I dont see why books can't have more than one function, like flowers. Also,, there's some boxes that are fake books and I can't wait to buy one to hold my remotes!
Two things: I got right up and tried to rearrange a few things in my kitchen (during the video), and DON’T buy books collections by color! LOL. I’m in publishing and I hate that idea! Buy books that you want to read or look at, and keep. Enjoying someone’s library of books that reflect their interest is much preferred than one that just looks good. 😉
I agree!! Don't belittle books to "color accessories". If you want to sort existing books you love by color, that is fine, but turning the bindings back and treating them like mindless decor is so sad. That sad, if it's only what keeps books being bought, I'll be fine with it.
No need to buy books by color, you can group buy color. I have a zillion books, I’m an author, and have author friends, so I literally have hundreds of books, many are signed, when I arranged them by color, it looks fabulous.
I so agree and if you don't read: don't put books in your decor!!! Your home should reflect you as you are, not a fake idea of you!!! Even with all my books I would never coordinate them by colour: the idea is ridiculous, tacky...
I could never do the books by color thing either, because I have real books I want to display and it just isn't me. Plus I have a maximalist colorful palette of contrasting colors, and I can play with my books and make them work for me. Still it is a legitimate design choice for people who don't collect books or want a real collection. I was helping a friend with her shelves and I recommended she just buy for color which she did and it worked out beautifully. Just check those titles and a bit of content, to make sure there is nothing embarrassing and against your family values.
I was scrolling to find just this comment. Blew my mind that books were seen as anything other than to read. The view is inside the books, not the outside.
Exactly! A person’s bookshelves should reflect their INTERESTS not be color matched to the rest of the room. WHY ARE BOOKS DECOR?! Like I can organize my most loved books in a way that they look nice but I will never buy a book because it’s a decor piece. It doesn’t make sense to me.
Well said, I have book shelves full of books that have all been read at least once. They are by my favourite authors and admittedly I have organised them by author and by their publishing date, but I would never consider buying a book because it looked good.
EXACTLY! That is what I suggest to many clients! The books by the foot clients are for larger estates who have huge giant shelves to fill, and I thought it was an unknown resource for most people, so I mentioned it. Thanks so much for watching and commenting!
The books by color thing is like art from Ross (or if you have $ having a designer pick out your art- you have no connection to it. Seriously, imagine being at someone's home and looking at their bookcase and seeing an interesting title. "What's this about?" "Oh I don't know I just bought it for the binding color."
I love your video. Super knowledgeable and full of good advice. I own more than 2000 books, none of which I would like to miss. And yes, the colour determines the choice of accessories. My large red-green Afghan rug combines everything very nicely and well with silver and glass.
Lisa, How about some advice on giving a new construction home some soul and personality? I am moving into a smaller home and although I love that everything is new I wish I could add some soul to my place. Some tips that hard-working folks could do and afford. Or maybe tips on how to build a room over time?? PS LOVE your channel and energy! You are my favorite!
Hey Cindy! What a great request!! I will add it to the list of videos to come! Have you joined the list for the Design Club yet? I think you’ll love it, we’ll livestream Q&A’s, deep dive and give lots of pro tips all about design, great for if you've got a project coming up, so send your email to www.lisaholtdesign.com and you'll be in the loop!
When we built, we put old doors instead of new (among other things) got rid of years of paint and they look fabulous...also mouldings look great and more"old"
You're my new favorite designer I follow. Absolutely love every tip you have put out so far Each of the videos are very helpful and I look forward to Fridays cause I know I'm going to learn a new design trick.
My little Jack Russell Terrier likes to stay with me so the 3 rooms where I spend most of my time with the door closed have water bowls for her. I chose them carefully to go with the rooms, thinking of them as "bling" rather than something to shamefully hide. My (soon to be finish) black and white kitchen has a red and white enamelware dog bowl, the den has a light blue and gray crockery bowl and the bedroom has a navy blue and white porcelain bowl with pastel flowers on a wooden tray.
I had an English professor in college who said that people can comprehend faster than most people can talk and that is why people get bored listening to a lecture. He said studies prove people retain more if the speaker keeps up as faster pace. I believe it.
I know you did mention this, but how do you add “bling” when you are a minimalist and you have a small space? I’d love for you to do a minimalist small space video. I can’t seem to get past the “naked” look. lol.
How about a wall of color, or have a LeCruesset set with a bright color. You would not really be adding anything extra to the space. I have a bright red cast iron enamel set
I might help because I never managed to get the "naked" look XD It would help to know what your level of minimalism is : Have you tried hanging Art? Do you have plants? Do you accept a throw that doubles as a blanket? In a bare small space you need to amp up the texture effect IMO
It's just a designer trick for those bookshelves that use to have tons of books on them until everyone started reading on their tablets and mobile phones. Another trick is to take off the jackets and arrange them by color and size!
Regarding books, not many but the ones I have are vintage or are related of things I like. The books on the coffee table sometimes are related of what is going on at the moment. Since the elections are coming, the books on the table scape at the coffee table are books related of what happen every four years, the white house, and the declaration. My opinion 😎
I’ve always thought you can know a lot about someone by the books they’re surrounded by, a window to deeper meaning. Books by color scream superficial to me.
Great tips! As for the "books by color" while that's a greatidea, but for a budget friendly tip, make your own book colored covers (Like we use to do for school, folding the inside of a paper bag ).
Hello Colleen! This is such a great budget friendly tip.. thanks so much for sharing and thanks for watching the channel! There is LOTS more coming soon!
The most dangerous words in interior decorating,"personal style",in my case that would refer to slob style,which is what I am aspiring to flee.In our home we have a vast number of well thumbed textbooks which I am assured lends nothing to decor,after many years of use they are fading and ,ahem,dusty and weigh a ton,so any library will have to be enclosed and very strong. My kitchen is overflowing due to a lack of cupboards,seemingly! My hallway is overflowing in coats and shoes,how do you do minimalist with children and grandchildren intent in trashing everything in sight? I do so love your suggestions but my world seems so far from those of your clients,but I do enjoy allowing me those few moments to hope.
Haha! Hi Maria, yes, these videos are supposed to be inspirational, but don't worry, IMHO, minimalism is best achieved by the young who live alone! ;);)
Lisa, everything you said is amazing! EXCEPT the books by color thing. That is really stretching the form over function piece. I think absolutely no one should be so pretentious that they have books only because of the "right" color they add to the space. What would be much more interesting is a vendor who makes custom book covers based on color and a title name.
I sort the books I have by color because I think it is beautiful, but would never buy a package of books in a special color just to show off. 😆 But fun that you told us about it. 😊😊😊
I decided some time ago to rearrange my bookshelf into colours, it was wonderful, I found so many titles I’d forgotten,I had. I also put them all flat so,I could read the titles without twisting my head sideways. The result is I see family finding something to read that’s not,in a category which is really rewarding. So it’s not really pretentious in my view 🤗 you should try it!
So many of you guys have had issues with this, so you're not alone!! The fun part about designing with books, is that you can both use them to enhance your design space AND read them, of course!! .... they stay as valuable as ever!!! 🥰😍💕
@@stamperssecret5379 I've a library, I don't mind showing them...but to just buy books for the pretty colour matching covers is beyond me! I valued book for content, who cares what the cover colour is..
I like the look of designer bathrooms but in reality it can look cluttered. I'm not a minimalist except for in the bathroom. I want it clean and simple it allows me to start the day in a more positive frame of mind.
Hiya Ann! First of all...Thanks for watching and commenting. Small trays or even a mirror laid flat where you can group items to "ground" all the bits we have on our bathroom countertops will also work. 😁
Thank you Lisa! I love the examples you show. I would also love a you tube channel where a designer goes in to a home & redecorates it with what the owner already has. I did that for a friend & her brother-in-law that she got new furniture.
Lisa, I redid my entire house last June (I now have an open concept) and I used your videos for inspiration and tips. A year later, and I’m still viewing your videos, even though my decorating has been done since late November. I’m ADDICTED to your videos. 💕💕💕You definitely need a show on HGTV, which is my 2nd addiction. 😂
Aww I love reading this, thank you for this sweet comment!!! SO glad you guys are drawing inspiration from my videos, that's all I've ever wanted!!! 😇💙
This was a great video Lisa. I’d add to save and store away all your bling items that you are tired of. It is always fun at a later time to pull them out and re-imagine them in new ways.
Another great video, Lisa. So many useful tips. But I had no idea you could order books and specify the binding color. That blew my mind! I will definitely explore that. Thank you.
Tony Carter hey Tony thanks so much for watching! Yes, the books by color is a great solution, it gives you great reading material and design inspiration!👍🏻❤️
Good video but the suggestion about buying books by color astounded me! When I’m in someone’s house and they have shelves full of books they haven’t read I assume they’re phony poseurs - and if they buy books by color instead of content I know they must be illiterate.
At 70 I have been collecting ethnic art, textiles and things I love and inherited all my life. I've always had open shelves and fill my kitchen with old Mexican bowls, Mexican banks in the shape of fruit etc. Because I have too many textiles I simply fold them stacked and they look so beautiful. Old wooden bowls from Lombok look great in every room. My point is that if you buy what you truly love it never goes out style and goes with you wherever you move. We are moving to a fairly large condo with old Italian gold fixtures and chandeliers which isn't my taste but I love the challenge of incorporating my things into a new space. Enjoy your channel and enthusiasm !
Hey JL, isn’t that room just divine!!!!?! You have a great eye, (and memory)!!! I try to slip in some brilliant work as often as the subject allows, I find it so inspirational!🙌🏼🤩
LOVE decor bling! 💎 That last room was BEYOND. Loved it! The little purple geodes were gorgeous. Thank you for another awesome video Lisa!!! ❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This is the third one of your videos I’ve watched today that has totally inspired me to cozy up and refresh my little studio apartment nest. I have a set of lovely coasters beside my bed for coffee and a bottle of linen spray. My ring and bracelet bowl just joined them. Love your personality!
I have just discovered your RUclips channel and have enjoyed several hours of going through one video after another. It is all very insightful and, of course helpful. However, a few things that you do puzzles me. In decorating I have always followed “form follows function“. So, for instance, having so many throw pillows on a piece of furniture that you can hardly sit down, or a beautiful vase of flowers that cut off the view of someone across the table or in another chair, or a coffee table filled with beautiful things, leaving no room for functional pieces like a cocktail or a cup of coffee, So much of this kind of decorating, I think leaves the room looking faux, and a bit pretentious. This is not meant as an insult to your obvious skills as a decorator. I am simply not making sense of why the previously mentioned techniques are used in a house that real people live in. Thanks for your show. I have subscribed and look forward to more episodes. By the way, where do you get all your energy?
It looks so pretty to have the perfume bottles as part of the decor ... but I am *kind of* utilitarian, and I have yet to see how to make deodorant, anti-itch cream, toothpaste, and sunscreen look remotely glamorous....
I love traditional mixed with contemporary and the tension it creates for today, thank you for having the best enthusiasm! Best tips ever! I’m picking Swiss coffee .. Best white ever!♥️🌹
Guys... it's not about do you read or anything that is a comment on our society. It's just that for some people who have very public rooms with empty or cluttered bookshelves that would like a designer feel, this is a trick that many designers can avail themselves too. They are all real books BTW and I've discovered many great reads as a result!
Lisa Holt Design Hey Lisa don’t get me wrong, I just thought this book thing was funny 😂. Your videos are amazing, so dynamic and interesting, you are full of energy and give us GREAT tips. This was one of my fav vids! 💓 thank youu!! PS. I am loving these contents so much that I’m starting a design course next week. Wish me luck!!! 😱🍀
Congratulations on starting design school! By the way… I’m not sure if you know this or not but I am starting a design club in January and it would be great if you got on my email list so I could keep you in up-to-date on everything we’re gonna be doing there and our schedule. Go to www.lisaholtdesign.com. And btw... thank you for the very kind comment! I am so very appreciative 🙂
Now that I am decorating a house when I’m at the bookstore buying a book I’m going to read anyway, I pick the prettier version. Like a hardback with a jacket I can remove. I love items that are decorative and functional and books also display your personality and interests which make them great as decor 😊
Displaying your spices is bad for the spices. Decorating with books by color draws attention to a lack of reading and sends a sad message.. I usually love your videos but this one misses the mark for me .
Hi Denise! As a professional designer, my focus is limited to the visual and functionality appeal of a space. So, with a video like this, my goal is to show you guys lots of ideas and options and with that, everyone can pick and choose what ideas works or resonates for them. The books by color by no means has anything to do with quality as they are a random assortment of books often literature (novels, historical, biographies etc) like you’d find anywhere, just with their binding jackets sorted for color. I’ve discovered a great many classics that I’ve ended up discovering this way. Thanks so much for watching and commenting 🙂
Always look forward to your videos! Your knowledge, personality, editing, enthusiasm, and content makes you my favorite designer and RUclips channel in general.🪑♥️
Love the book bundle idea. Was going to source some myself, but? Another really fun video! You should really be recruited for your own TV spot on HGTV... You most definitely have the talent and your energy and enthusiasm is just great!
Hi Lisa! Love your videos! Have you thought about doing one on painting Brick inside the home? I just bought a house with a lot of interior/exposed brick and was thinking of painting it to brighten a few spaces but was hoping to get your advice. Thanks and keep up the good work!
Hi Steve! Great request! Also, be sure to send your email to www.lisaholtdesign.com, and I’ll add you to my Design Club list we’re launching soon, where we’ll livestream Q&A’s, do deep dives, feature B&A’s and give lots of pro tips all about design, you’ll LUV it!
Groovy count: only 1 ☹️ So many screenshots for inspiration on more than just accessories! The turned legs alone, on the marble top console table that was part of your RUclips story this week has some great elements and DIY potential for other pieces. Thank you for sharing🙌😎
Just Jae some days I’m just groovier than others… You have a great eye that you picked of that gorgeous table… I try and feature really great designers when I can, because there’s just so much inspiration in the entire space. Thanx sooo much for watching, I’ll get back to my groovy soon!🤣🥰
Thrift stores, eBay, Etsy, and Replacements, Ltd. are great places to find unique china, crystal, bowls, etc. I've found vintage Fiestaware, antique optic, etched crystal stemware, Waterford crystal, Lenox china, antique books, Baldwin Brass candlesticks, and Rogaska crystal pieces at Goodwill. The hunt is part of the fun!
Funny thing I bought a bowl that is porcelain inside/ pewter outside it stands on three legs it sits at entrance on a vintage three legged wood stand filled w/lemons & one lime wish I could show you how pretty your ideas look at my door 👏🏻💡🥳// bought a dark leather pouf(20 x 20 x 16) from Spain delivers to Canada in six days via Etsy again your ideas 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks, Lisa, for another great video! I feel as if I walk away with something more than just watching. You're a fabulous instructor! Move over Sarah Richardson!
Here’s another BOOK TIP: check out thrift stores! I found 55 books for 25 cents each!! They were all hard back and Black to fit my color palette on a CB2 brass/glass book case.
Absolutely love your videos ... I’m a huge fan. My only question is why you don’t have a show on cable???! That said ... books by color? Noooooo ... I have 14 boxes of well loved books. I can’t imagine buying books for their color, with no intention of reading them! I always organize them by genre. I may budge and organize books by color for the living room. It might be cool to use book covers to match my living room color scheme though ... I would never have thought to do something like that. My books are always with me because they are part of my soul ... it never would have occurred to me to use them as room bling. Keep being you, girl. We’ll keep watching!
Oh, Lisa! You forgot to mention thrift stores for treasures! If you don't think that thrift stores might not have what you want, think again. I was looking for fine china. After months of looking at thrift stores, I did find they carried some very fine china. Think Mikasa and so on. At last, after looking for six or seven months, I found a fabulous set, and, I knew what it was instantly. Service for twelve of Royal Albert's Old County Roses! The entire set was $84.99, and because it was a thrift store, there were no taxes on the set. So, search out great treasures. The wonderful wooden bowl she mentions, is a style I found at Goodwill for $.349. So, if you have patience you will find what you need at thrift stores . I have patience to the inth degree and it has been a blessing of treasures. Make a day of hitting the thrift stores in your area. It is so much fun. As an extra tip, tell yourself that if you can't find what you want right away, you will keep hunting until you do. My motto is "if it isn't at a thrift store I am not buying."
Lisa, Love the information you share. Im having the hardest time trying to figure out the color of the rug i should get for my livingroom. My walls are a pretty yellow, my couch is blue. My floors are a engineered medium walnut like color. I would like a plush rug because I spend a lot of time in the livingroom. What would you suggest
Hi April! Thanks for watching and thanks for the kind comment! Why don't you send me an email to hello@lisaholt.com so I can answer your questions much easier! It is also helpful if you can include photos! Thanks!
I love your taste. I love your videos. You're the only interior designer on RUclips I've found who doesn't just talk about IKEA nonstop, or milk painting furniture. I have to say though, books by color are incredibly vulgar. It makes one look illiterate. If you're desperate for the look, and have more money than god, by all means, have all of your books rebound. My grandparents did that with a lot of their books. If you buy color coordinated books though, it just looks like you bought books to fill space. WHY??? If you have to fill a shelf with something decorative, buy a few coffee table books that are relevant to you to throw in there, and fill the rest with interesting artwork, or decorative pieces. If you do have a lot of books, and want them to look better, an easy hack for a more cohesive look, that's literally free, is just taking the dust jackets off. Most book spines are pretty neutral, so that works well too. It can look impressively expensive.
yay Lisa - all the things I've been focusing on - bowl of eye-catching fruit, great selection of vibrant, healthy herbs and big branch arrangements from the yard... I was only thinking a couple of days ago, how much I don't like decorator only pieces - as I've been searching for a statement print for the guest room... it really does make a home feel interesting and 'like' a home... LOVE Serena & Lily - and I bought a couple of pieces from Target (Australia) last week, that I didn't expect from Target... all very satisfying
Hi, I love your videos. Can you please talk about your video background setup. The flowers- where can I get them. Thank you again for all the great decor information that you provide. Sara
Just a suggestion . I bought a color wheel in an art store and in the back explain how to pull off color combos for the designer look . it help me. Just a suggestion 😎
It's ironic you are showing super High End Designs within your photos and suggesting Target, Bed Bath and Beyond, for purchasing home decor, makes no sense tome, just my opinion.
I just happened to come across your RUclips channel when looking for something else and I liked, subscribed and clicked the bell! I learned more from you in one evening that from a list of other designers. I'm here to stay and please keep these coming, I have many videos to watch yet but I'm so stoked that I found you. Thank you for all you do here.
Hi Reign! Thank you 🙏🏻 sooooo much for your kind comments 💕💕💕💕 I’m not sure if you know, but I’m opening the DesignClub in August! Get onto my email list at www.lisaholt.com and you can be one of the first ppl to become a member!!! Yay!🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻💕💕💕😘😘😘🥰💄 I guarantee you will freak out when you see it! This is Lisa! 🥰
I love your videos! I don’t know much about design but you are an inspiration! Can you do a video on wallpapers ... I’m trying to get inspired to do new wallpaper in my bathrooms . Thanks!
Thanks Lisa! I love your videos also this one. I love your energy. Your very last tip about the books sucks though. What I love most when I visit people is to look through their bookshelves. I want to know what they read and the last thing I think about is the look of the books, whether they are stylish or not. Books are a wonderful thing because they tell a story. I spend time with them. They are a bit like friends. Never in a million years I would want to replace my books with some empty shells. No matter how wonderful they might look from outside. What counts is the inside.
I think you’re misunderstanding the whole book thing. These are all great books where the jackets are removed and the natural book covers are exposed... they are then arranged buy color... white jackets or beige or black whatever. You buy them sorted by color instead of title however they are real legitimate books... I’ve gotten biographies, historic books, novels, classics! It actually is availing oneself of a lottery of potential as well as making a design statement! 100% real books that might have been thrown out! It’s super cool to order them and see what you get! 🥳 thanks for the compliment and your comment!!!
Hi Suzy! Thanks so much for mentioning that… I feel it’s really important we get visual reference, I think it’s super helpful. But I know I drive my editor bananas, so he’ll be thrilled to hear you appreciate all his efforts too!🤣🥰
I was watching too many home designers I recall one saying enough with open kitchen shelves and then discussed it.. when Lisa said if you’re a minimalist you can stop if you’re nothing but that you can do this and that and talked about open shelves I was like ,, uhh so you can be either .. I mean I just noticed she had something for everyone and they didn’t have to be in trend it’s just if that’s you you can do this .. it was wholesome.. I think that’s experience for you but I also think it’s her personality too ..
Awww this is so sweet!! 😘😘 The most important part of design is making sure your space works for YOU and YOUR lifestyle!! 👏🏻 I really believe that as long as you love something, it can totally work in your home - it's all about living in the best way possible!! 🌟💜 Thank you SO much for this super sweet and thoughtful comment - reading these makes my day!! 🥰💚
For those who are readers and already have tons of books like me, just organizing your books by colors makes a huge difference. I would never call my books "clutter", but it definitely looks more organized now. Edit- Lisa you're awesome. Your videos are always fun and informative.
Yay, I have TONS of books, too, ( in 10 Billy bookcases!) and I'm always happiest when they're set by color tone, somehow it make me read the titles better. ;)
Hi Lisa, To Lisa and all who are reading this; I hope you and your loved ones are safe and healthy durning this times and always. New subscriber here !😁 Love how you divided the accessories between the rooms. I completely agree with you and was the reason that make me see your not only informative but educational video, I hope you continue. As you indicated, fashion accessories are equal of home accessories...after all we have chandelier earrings 😋. In my opinion home accessories are more important since it can be the same for 4, 6, to 12 months hence you will see them and appreciate them every day. Why don't take the time and select something that is as unique as you are? I personally spend time in researching until I find the piece that speak to me and get along with the other pieces already have. I'm not an expert BUT I had learn about quality..they speak to each other. I found an Edward Farrell gorgeous custom sofa (chenille fabric, sable/green color) , I was trying to find pillows and I found some, green and cyan other black and gold ...no matter want I did nothing was working. They weren't talking to each other ( it that can make any sense ..lol). Then I started analyzing why this wasn't working and I came to the conclusion, the use of the lower quality pillows was doing the opposite of elevating the design, wasn't pleasant to the eyes. The color maybe right but the quality was not. I found the pillows, the lady I bought the sofa from, just change her mind regarding some pillows and she decided to sell them, yes I bought ALL of them at a very good price for the quality. They look amazing with the sofa and with the Baker black barrel side chairs that also I bought from her . Side note; OK...OK.., I got a "little" crazy with so many gorgeous things, I bought other items , mainly accessories and other stuff...no regrets since I enjoy them every day. Thanks for your time in reading. Be safe, Be healthy, Be well. Maria
LOL Christy!!! 😆 I'm always glad when you guys ask - I LOVE answering your questions!!! 💜🥰 I'm SO glad you're enjoying these vids - thank you SO much for watching!! 💚😘😘
Absolutely love you channel. Bling ideas are always the hardest for me. I tend towards minimalism. This being the case my bling must have meaning to live in my space. I find the thought of books by the yard or color abhorrent.
Now it's funny but my eye went right to the large picture in the room that had a touch of red in it and across the room on the table there was red to me helped tie everything in. The room where you talk about the puffs 😅
You have a lot of really good advice [ except for the matching book colors ]. My family had an art gallery for many years and subsequently we visited a lot of homes helping the homeowner to make a choice with their art. In my experience most people are not very confident in their decorating choices and need lots of reassuring. The nicest and most welcoming homes, in my opinion were those that had a tendency towards a unique and personal style. Where every single thing looked like the homeowner took great pleasure in choosing. The homes that looked lived in. The worst were homes that looked like show homes. These always felt cold and unoccupied.
Lisa, I'm loving all these ideas. They can kick your space up a notch or two :) I'm wondering if you have a small space is it appropriate to just add one item. When does it begin to look cluttered? Thanks again for all your excellent tips!
Hi Nancy, Great question! Yes, if you have a smaller space (cocktail table, etc) you can do 1 item, but it needs to be the right scale, FAB, and stand on it's own. If the surface is any larger, you need to move to either 2 (matching pair) or 3 (the rule of three) and stop there. Thx so much for watching!
Lisa!!!! I watched so many videos on this channel from paints, carpet, light and more.. I LOVE your energy... now quit hitting your mic 😂🤣😂 I have absolutely enjoyed these videos.
OMG Shivani!!! SO glad I can be a great resource for you on future projects!!! 👏🏼💕 Luckily this is an older video so the quality and editing has improved TREMENDOUSLY!!! 😍 Definitely check them out and let me know how you like them!!! 😉🧡
Travels. One of my favorite sources was (and will be again): travels. In 2019, I got to go to Ireland. I bought a modestly priced (but suitable for framing) map of Ireland. Now, I have a lovely framed map of Ireland on the wall! My personal shopping guidelines include “packability”. But that’s just a guideline: I bought some crystal at the Waterford factory and splurged on shipping. For me, it’s decor + memories.
OMG MC, I have been to Ireland before and LOVED IT!! 😍 I used to travel so much when I was younger, I miss it 😢 That is SO smart to shop for packability!!! 👍
Order books by color????? Now I've heard everything!!! lol. I have custom bookcases in every home I've lived in because I have so many books. Which. I've. Read. Last time I moved, I (painfully) got rid of about 1/2 of my books, had yet another wall of bookcases made in my new home and, still, the books I'd brought with me overflow. Ah well. For me, a home without well-loved books is just a house. It's a riot of colors and they aren't artfully placed on the shelves, but it definitely tells everyone who I am. It's my all-consuming love affair.
Hey Guys! SO EXCITED to finally be talking about the MUST HAVES in the decor area...this is likely the first of a series, so let me know what you think in the comments below. and if you LUV it, please remember to share, so we can get more fun stuff happening. And don't forget to drop in at lisaholtdesign.com and sign up!
Love that you show the designer look then advise where to get pieces at reasonable prices. It’s like you think we could all do what you do. You’re groovy. 😊
Thank you for your video. I kind of felt in a slump moving into fall this year. You gave me a lot of great ideas to give me a push.
I definitely love the fruit in the bowls, a bowl of soaps in the bathroom, and I love the ideas of flowers in the bedroom.
I am inspired now, and tomorrow I'm going to dig in and do little changes around my home.
Thank you! 😀
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First of all, Lisa- I do love your channel here, you come up with a lot of valuable advise and ideas- many thanks to you! BUT you asked for comments! I also have a huge issue with buying books by color just to decorate with! I knew someone who did this and I came away from her house thinking she was incredibly superficial and mindless! And the coffee tables you show are so cluttered up no one could use them to put anything on- very impractical just to get a certain look. Don't put bowls of fruit just to get the color- if you are never going to eat or use them. Get colorful bowls instead and maybe put things you are actually going to use, like onions or potatoes that you don't want to put in the frig, or coffee pods, or napkins, etc.
I realize it's kinda off topic but do anybody know a good website to watch newly released movies online?
If I see one more TOM FORD book I'll scream. I don't know why it seems to be THE item to make a room look expensive.
The Tom Ford book is the Hermes blanket all over again. My decor books are well coordinated but much more interesting. 😊
You know what would be good? I don’t have a house where I have floor to ceiling ocean views and 22ft ceilings. I think it would be really beneficial to see you style a room that is just a box. I love your style and think you’re amazing! Thanks!
I could even share photos of my space and you could design. I’d love to see it
Check out my small spaces video! Most of the time my goal is to help you guys get the best "look" you can regardless of the size or your budget. The suggestions hold true regardless. You just have to know where to buy from and what you're looking for. Thanks for watching!!
Lisa Holt Design totally not criticizing. I genuinely recognize your artistry. I have a 90s track home that I try to apply good design but I’m always stuck when trying to give a track home a custom look.
Tract
I know I have several Clients that have the 90’s tract. Paint is your friend! Also, I’ll be diving deep into these topics in the club, so be sure to sign up at LisaHoltDesign.com
Is it only me, or is BUYING books by the inch and color is crazy? 🤔
Seems fake and pretentious to buy books just for the right color....you should buy books to READ!
glad this was top comment....this struck me as sad too! if you don't care about reading, admit that about yourself and fill your space with something else....and if you do care about reading then collecting books is automatic lol (and you can still group them by colour or whatever if that's your thing)
Yep.
Buy good books.
I dont see why not, though. I find it pleasing to look at, like a vase of flowers. Lavender flowers can be turned into tea, so I dont see why books can't have more than one function, like flowers. Also,, there's some boxes that are fake books and I can't wait to buy one to hold my remotes!
Two things: I got right up and tried to rearrange a few things in my kitchen (during the video), and DON’T buy books collections by color! LOL. I’m in publishing and I hate that idea! Buy books that you want to read or look at, and keep. Enjoying someone’s library of books that reflect their interest is much preferred than one that just looks good. 😉
I agree!! Don't belittle books to "color accessories". If you want to sort existing books you love by color, that is fine, but turning the bindings back and treating them like mindless decor is so sad. That sad, if it's only what keeps books being bought, I'll be fine with it.
No need to buy books by color, you can group buy color. I have a zillion books, I’m an author, and have author friends, so I literally have hundreds of books, many are signed, when I arranged them by color, it looks fabulous.
I so agree and if you don't read: don't put books in your decor!!! Your home should reflect you as you are, not a fake idea of you!!! Even with all my books I would never coordinate them by colour: the idea is ridiculous, tacky...
Yes I completely agree. Each book reflects interests. Each has a special place in my home ... even the guest powder room.
I could never do the books by color thing either, because I have real books I want to display and it just isn't me. Plus I have a maximalist colorful palette of contrasting colors, and I can play with my books and make them work for me. Still it is a legitimate design choice for people who don't collect books or want a real collection. I was helping a friend with her shelves and I recommended she just buy for color which she did and it worked out beautifully. Just check those titles and a bit of content, to make sure there is nothing embarrassing and against your family values.
I can't wrap my head around the idea that books are a decor item. Books are meant to be read! And my book shelves will always look messy
I was scrolling to find just this comment. Blew my mind that books were seen as anything other than to read. The view is inside the books, not the outside.
Exactly! A person’s bookshelves should reflect their INTERESTS not be color matched to the rest of the room. WHY ARE BOOKS DECOR?! Like I can organize my most loved books in a way that they look nice but I will never buy a book because it’s a decor piece. It doesn’t make sense to me.
Well said, I have book shelves full of books that have all been read at least once. They are by my favourite authors and admittedly I have organised them by author and by their publishing date, but I would never consider buying a book because it looked good.
Lisa is talking to those who want stylish homes. If messy and comfortable is your style, so be it
I did this coloured tidying with my numerous real books and it works really well
I must be honest, I wouldn't buy books just to fit in with my decor, but I would happily recover the sleeves so that they all matched 😉.
EXACTLY! That is what I suggest to many clients! The books by the foot clients are for larger estates who have huge giant shelves to fill, and I thought it was an unknown resource for most people, so I mentioned it. Thanks so much for watching and commenting!
The books by color thing is like art from Ross (or if you have $ having a designer pick out your art- you have no connection to it. Seriously, imagine being at someone's home and looking at their bookcase and seeing an interesting title. "What's this about?" "Oh I don't know I just bought it for the binding color."
I just love how excited you are to share tips and ideas with us!
Haha! It’s my passion to be able to empower you guys and to share all of this! 🥰
I have books lining my NYC home...ones I actually read!
Lisa - I Love your videos. They are always so informative and easy to understand. I look forward to your next video!
Paula Harris wow! Thanks so much for that comment, it means a lot to me when I know I’m helping people understand design mysteries!😘
I love your video. Super knowledgeable and full of good advice. I own more than 2000 books, none of which I would like to miss. And yes, the colour determines the choice of accessories. My large red-green Afghan rug combines everything very nicely and well with silver and glass.
Lisa, How about some advice on giving a new construction home some soul and personality? I am moving into a smaller home and although I love that everything is new I wish I could add some soul to my place. Some tips that hard-working folks could do and afford. Or maybe tips on how to build a room over time?? PS LOVE your channel and energy! You are my favorite!
Hey Cindy! What a great request!! I will add it to the list of videos to come! Have you joined the list for the Design Club yet? I think you’ll love it, we’ll
livestream Q&A’s, deep dive and give lots of pro tips all about design, great
for if you've got a project coming up, so send your email to
www.lisaholtdesign.com and you'll be in the loop!
Yes. I just, finally, moved and can't do eveything all at once and on a single income. Larger space trying to figure it out.
@@LisaHoltDesign I did sign-up, I am so excited! Thank you for considering my idea!
When we built, we put old doors instead of new (among other things) got rid of years of paint and they look fabulous...also mouldings look great and more"old"
You're my new favorite designer I follow. Absolutely love every tip you have put out so far Each of the videos are very helpful and I look forward to Fridays cause I know I'm going to learn a new design trick.
WooHoo!! I really appreciate your comment! So glad you're part of my channel!
My little Jack Russell Terrier likes to stay with me so the 3 rooms where I spend most of my time with the door closed have water bowls for her. I chose them carefully to go with the rooms, thinking of them as "bling" rather than something to shamefully hide. My (soon to be finish) black and white kitchen has a red and white enamelware dog bowl, the den has a light blue and gray crockery bowl and the bedroom has a navy blue and white porcelain bowl with pastel flowers on a wooden tray.
HI Holly! I LUV this! Our pets contribute so much to our lives, their things should be on display and be wonderful, just like you're describing! :):)
Your energy is so communicative
Yay... Thanks for watching 😁
Dead right! So agree with you! 🤗🤗😉😉
I agree! That’s why I subscribed! Everyone else seems so boring.
I had an English professor in college who said that people can comprehend faster than most people can talk and that is why people get bored listening to a lecture. He said studies prove people retain more if the speaker keeps up as faster pace. I believe it.
I know you did mention this, but how do you add “bling” when you are a minimalist and you have a small space? I’d love for you to do a minimalist small space video. I can’t seem to get past the “naked” look. lol.
How about a wall of color, or have a LeCruesset set with a bright color. You would not really be adding anything extra to the space. I have a bright red cast iron enamel set
I might help because I never managed to get the "naked" look XD
It would help to know what your level of minimalism is : Have you tried hanging Art? Do you have plants? Do you accept a throw that doubles as a blanket? In a bare small space you need to amp up the texture effect IMO
Also, your style may be more Scandinavian than “true” minimalist
Try adding a plant or plants and some artwork
I have a feeling that people who buy books by color/the foot watch a lot of television. Just a guess.
Haha! You are probably right!
It's just a designer trick for those bookshelves that use to have tons of books on them until everyone started reading on their tablets and mobile phones. Another trick is to take off the jackets and arrange them by color and size!
Regarding books, not many but the ones I have are vintage or are related of things I like. The books on the coffee table sometimes are related of what is going on at the moment. Since the elections are coming, the books on the table scape at the coffee table are books related of what happen every four years, the white house, and the declaration.
My opinion 😎
Cover your books that you enjoy reading with fabrics to make them match.
I’ve always thought you can know a lot about someone by the books they’re surrounded by, a window to deeper meaning. Books by color scream superficial to me.
Super super super helpful video for me. Guidelines for accessories is exactly what I needed. Thank you soo much Lisa!!! You are the very best ❤️
Ciao, so glad you liked and found it useful!!! I had lots more, so they'll come out in more later videos. YOu're the best! ;):)
Great tips! As for the "books by color" while that's a greatidea, but for a budget friendly tip, make your own book colored covers (Like we use to do for school, folding the inside of a paper bag ).
Hello Colleen! This is such a great budget friendly tip.. thanks so much for sharing and thanks for watching the channel! There is LOTS more coming soon!
The most dangerous words in interior decorating,"personal style",in my case that would refer to slob style,which is what I am aspiring to flee.In our home we have a vast number of well thumbed textbooks which I am assured lends nothing to decor,after many years of use they are fading and ,ahem,dusty and weigh a ton,so any library will have to be enclosed and very strong.
My kitchen is overflowing due to a lack of cupboards,seemingly!
My hallway is overflowing in coats and shoes,how do you do minimalist with children and grandchildren intent in trashing everything in sight?
I do so love your suggestions but my world seems so far from those of your clients,but I do enjoy allowing me those few moments to hope.
Haha! Hi Maria, yes, these videos are supposed to be inspirational, but don't worry, IMHO, minimalism is best achieved by the young who live alone! ;);)
You probably need more storage units (built in) to put most of not all that paraphernalia away
Lisa, everything you said is amazing! EXCEPT the books by color thing. That is really stretching the form over function piece. I think absolutely no one should be so pretentious that they have books only because of the "right" color they add to the space. What would be much more interesting is a vendor who makes custom book covers based on color and a title name.
Hey VArun! Thanks
I sort the books I have by color because I think it is beautiful, but would never buy a package of books in a special color just to show off. 😆 But fun that you told us about it. 😊😊😊
Yes it makes me sad to think people chose a book by the color of the cover, with no intent to ever read it.
@@Lori-er4zv do you think that they are judging a book by it's cover?🤣
I decided some time ago to rearrange my bookshelf into colours, it was wonderful, I found so many titles I’d forgotten,I had. I also put them all flat so,I could read the titles without twisting my head sideways. The result is I see family finding something to read that’s not,in a category which is really rewarding. So it’s not really pretentious in my view 🤗 you should try it!
As a bookworm, it offends me think people are using books as a prop! 😭
So many of you guys have had issues with this, so you're not alone!! The fun part about designing with books, is that you can both use them to enhance your design space AND read them, of course!! .... they stay as valuable as ever!!! 🥰😍💕
I write books for a living, it's not that big a deal.
Books are beautiful, why not display them. The book itself is a piece of art that should be shown off. I don’t understand why that would offend you?
@@stamperssecret5379 I've a library, I don't mind showing them...but to just buy books for the pretty colour matching covers is beyond me!
I valued book for content, who cares what the cover colour is..
I love these videos. Lisa is like a favorite aunt with lots of energy and great advice!
Well I try to breakdown what I do, why I do it and where you guys can get it! So glad it makes a difference!🙂
My favorite aunt IS a decorator! (Not this one, though.) 😆
But Lisa, YOUR JEWELRY!!!! Every single episode I'm in love with your collection of jewelry. Can you give me some links to where to buy?
there isnt enough room on my bathroom counter for any tray...I am a minimalist. make up in a drawer perfume in medicine cabinet
I like the look of designer bathrooms but in reality it can look cluttered. I'm not a minimalist except for in the bathroom. I want it clean and simple it allows me to start the day in a more positive frame of mind.
I am with you, the only thing that is on the counter is my body lotion, it won't fit in any of the drawers, hand soap and toothbrush and toothpaste.
Hiya Ann! First of all...Thanks for watching and commenting. Small trays or even a mirror laid flat where you can group items to "ground" all the bits we have on our bathroom countertops will also work. 😁
@@LisaHoltDesign i have a ceramic holder for lotion and a matching one for the toothbrush holder. No room for anything else
Every single video of Lisa Holt, it seems like a gorgeous masterclass!! thanks a million!!
Thank you Lisa! I love the examples you show. I would also love a you tube channel where a designer goes in to a home & redecorates it with what the owner already has. I did that for a friend & her brother-in-law that she got new furniture.
Lisa, I redid my entire house last June (I now have an open concept) and I used your videos for inspiration and tips. A year later, and I’m still viewing your videos, even though my decorating has been done since late November. I’m ADDICTED to your videos. 💕💕💕You definitely need a show on HGTV, which is my 2nd addiction. 😂
Aww I love reading this, thank you for this sweet comment!!! SO glad you guys are drawing inspiration from my videos, that's all I've ever wanted!!! 😇💙
This was a great video Lisa. I’d add to save and store away all your bling items that you are tired of. It is always fun at a later time to pull them out and re-imagine them in new ways.
I agree completely. Its like a mini Christmas digging through stored items. It makes pieces special again giving them a 2nd life
HI Jaie! So true! Thanks so much for watching and being a part of my channel!
Three bathrooms? I have one full bath and toilet in my basement. lol. Working class Cleveland Ohio house built in 1926.
Another great video, Lisa. So many useful tips. But I had no idea you could order books and specify the binding color. That blew my mind! I will definitely explore that. Thank you.
Tony Carter hey Tony thanks so much for watching! Yes, the books by color is a great solution, it gives you great reading material and design inspiration!👍🏻❤️
Good video but the suggestion about buying books by color astounded me! When I’m in someone’s house and they have shelves full of books they haven’t read I assume they’re phony poseurs - and if they buy books by color instead of content I know they must be illiterate.
At 70 I have been collecting ethnic art, textiles and things I love and inherited all my life. I've always had open shelves and fill my kitchen with old Mexican bowls, Mexican banks in the shape of fruit etc. Because I have too many textiles I simply fold them stacked and they look so beautiful. Old wooden bowls from Lombok look great in every room. My point is that if you buy what you truly love it never goes out style and goes with you wherever you move. We are moving to a fairly large condo with old Italian gold fixtures and chandeliers which isn't my taste but I love the challenge of incorporating my things into a new space. Enjoy your channel and enthusiasm !
Thanks so much for watching!!!! 😘😊
I was just looking at fabric and mudcloth piled in a basket. Some stuffed in bags. I need to add them to my space so I can see and enjoy them.
LT Gemini I love mudcoth and it makes great pillow covers!
We need a video on dining rooms and buttler pantry,,,,, asking for a friend 🙊
Ha ha! 😘Great suggestion! I’ll add that to the list of upcoming videos! and thanks so much for being a part of the channel!
Stunned that I would instantly recognize -and remember!- that A+ Vicente Wolf beach house gallery wall. And his gloss ceiling. (10:25)
Hey JL, isn’t that room just divine!!!!?! You have a great eye, (and memory)!!! I try to slip in some brilliant work as often as the subject allows, I find it so inspirational!🙌🏼🤩
LOVE decor bling! 💎 That last room was BEYOND. Loved it! The little purple geodes were gorgeous. Thank you for another awesome video Lisa!!! ❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Yay!! Thanks so much for your kind comment Denise!! So glad you're joining us!
This is the third one of your videos I’ve watched today that has totally inspired me to cozy up and refresh my little studio apartment nest. I have a set of lovely coasters beside my bed for coffee and a bottle of linen spray. My ring and bracelet bowl just joined them. Love your personality!
Thank you Charlotte! Love you comments... so sweet and I’m glad I could help 🙂
I have just discovered your RUclips channel and have enjoyed several hours of going through one video after another. It is all very insightful and, of course helpful. However, a few things that you do puzzles me. In decorating I have always followed “form follows function“. So, for instance, having so many throw pillows on a piece of furniture that you can hardly sit down, or a beautiful vase of flowers that cut off the view of someone across the table or in another chair, or a coffee table filled with beautiful things, leaving no room for functional pieces like a cocktail or a cup of coffee, So much of this kind of decorating, I think leaves the room looking faux, and a bit pretentious. This is not meant as an insult to your obvious skills as a decorator. I am simply not making sense of why the previously mentioned techniques are used in a house that real people live in. Thanks for your show. I have subscribed and look forward to more episodes. By the way, where do you get all your energy?
I love ❤️ your videos, they are so dynamic!
JS thanks so much for your kind comments! I’m so glad you’re a part of this channel, there’s so many fun things coming!🙌🏻❤️
It looks so pretty to have the perfume bottles as part of the decor ... but I am *kind of* utilitarian, and I have yet to see how to make deodorant, anti-itch cream, toothpaste, and sunscreen look remotely glamorous....
I love the fuzzy rugs in a master bath (only if it’s big enough! Lol)
I love trays too!
Shar Lu BIG rugs in bathrooms are always my fave, never want to walk around on the cold tile😂
I love traditional mixed with contemporary and the tension it creates for today, thank you for having the best enthusiasm! Best tips ever! I’m picking Swiss coffee .. Best white ever!♥️🌹
Totally Victoria - sounds absolutely fabulous!! 🤩🙌🏻 Thank you so much for all of your sweet comments, and happy painting!! 🥰💕
I have the tiniest bathroom (50’s ranch-style house) with no countertop. Just a pedestal sink and a tiny shelf.
Could you a session on Fall decorating that’s more elegant. Thanks
I am going to lose my day job staying up all night watching your videos! Is 10 to 3 in the morning! I think you’re amazing.
Oops! 😄 So glad to hear that (you enjoying the videos, not loosing your day job😆) There's LOTS more coming!!
I think my style is "eclectic clutter" with touches of "too many projects at once"
OMG Kathy I totally feel you on this!! 🤣 Definitely making your space functional AND pretty can be a struggle at times!! 👏🏼💕
It’s HILARIOUS the fact ppl use books as decorative itens
for me as a bookworm it's sad :(
Guys... it's not about do you read or anything that is a comment on our society. It's just that for some people who have very public rooms with empty or cluttered bookshelves that would like a designer feel, this is a trick that many designers can avail themselves too. They are all real books BTW and I've discovered many great reads as a result!
Lisa Holt Design Hey Lisa don’t get me wrong, I just thought this book thing was funny 😂.
Your videos are amazing, so dynamic and interesting, you are full of energy and give us GREAT tips. This was one of my fav vids! 💓 thank youu!!
PS. I am loving these contents so much that I’m starting a design course next week. Wish me luck!!! 😱🍀
Congratulations on starting design school! By the way… I’m not sure if you know this or not but I am starting a design club in January and it would be great if you got on my email list so I could keep you in up-to-date on everything we’re gonna be doing there and our schedule. Go to www.lisaholtdesign.com. And btw... thank you for the very kind comment! I am so very appreciative 🙂
Now that I am decorating a house when I’m at the bookstore buying a book I’m going to read anyway, I pick the prettier version. Like a hardback with a jacket I can remove. I love items that are decorative and functional and books also display your personality and interests which make them great as decor 😊
Displaying your spices is bad for the spices. Decorating with books by color draws attention to a lack of reading and sends a sad message.. I usually love your videos but this one misses the mark for me .
Hi Denise! As a professional designer, my focus is limited to the visual and functionality appeal of a space. So, with a video like this, my goal is to show you guys lots of ideas and options and with that, everyone can pick and choose what ideas works or resonates for them. The books by color by no means has anything to do with quality as they are a random assortment of books often
literature (novels, historical, biographies etc) like you’d find anywhere, just with their binding jackets sorted for color. I’ve discovered a great many classics that I’ve ended up discovering this way. Thanks so much for watching and commenting 🙂
Always look forward to your videos! Your knowledge, personality, editing, enthusiasm, and content makes you my favorite designer and RUclips channel in general.🪑♥️
Wow! That is a serious compliment 😊... thank you so much for watching and your comments seriously brighten up my day! 💕🙂😊
Perhaps suggestions that work in a small apartment. No place for big containers or large bowls of fruit.
Did you see my small spaces video? Check that one out! 🙂
Love the book bundle idea. Was going to source some myself, but? Another really fun video! You should really be recruited for your own TV spot on HGTV... You most definitely have the talent and your energy and enthusiasm is just great!
Hi Lisa! Love your videos! Have you thought about doing one on painting Brick inside the home? I just bought a house with a lot of interior/exposed brick and was thinking of painting it to brighten a few spaces but was hoping to get your advice. Thanks and keep up the good work!
Hi Steve! Great request!
Also, be sure to send your email to www.lisaholtdesign.com, and I’ll add you to my Design Club list we’re launching soon, where we’ll livestream Q&A’s, do deep dives, feature B&A’s and give lots of pro tips all about design, you’ll LUV it!
Lisa Holt Design great! I’ll sign up now. Can’t wait!
Groovy count: only 1 ☹️
So many screenshots for inspiration on more than just accessories! The turned legs alone, on the marble top console table that was part of your RUclips story this week has some great elements and DIY potential for other pieces. Thank you for sharing🙌😎
Just Jae some days I’m just groovier than others… You have a great eye that you picked of that gorgeous table… I try and feature really great designers when I can, because there’s just so much inspiration in the entire space. Thanx sooo much for watching, I’ll get back to my groovy soon!🤣🥰
Thrift stores, eBay, Etsy, and Replacements, Ltd. are great places to find unique china, crystal, bowls, etc. I've found vintage Fiestaware, antique optic, etched crystal stemware, Waterford crystal, Lenox china, antique books, Baldwin Brass candlesticks, and Rogaska crystal pieces at Goodwill. The hunt is part of the fun!
Again! Great information! When do we get to see your place??? 💜
Hiya Yvette! One day I should do something like that! Thanks for the tip!! 🙂💐
Funny thing I bought a bowl that is porcelain inside/ pewter outside it stands on three legs it sits at entrance on a vintage three legged wood stand filled w/lemons & one lime wish I could show you how pretty your ideas look at my door 👏🏻💡🥳// bought a dark leather pouf(20 x 20 x 16) from Spain delivers to Canada in six days via Etsy again your ideas 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks, Lisa, for another great video! I feel as if I walk away with something more than just watching. You're a fabulous instructor! Move over Sarah Richardson!
Hey Colleen!! Thanks so much for your awesome comment, I really appreciate it!! Stay tuned for more, woohoo!!
Here’s another BOOK TIP: check out thrift stores! I found 55 books for 25 cents each!! They were all hard back and Black to fit my color palette on a CB2 brass/glass book case.
Your videos are so much more realistic than other people with a similar backgrounds. Thank you for making your knowledge available for us all! xxxx
Blossom, thank you so much for watching and the compliments 😊 I appreciate it more then you can know!! 🤣😂
Lisa Holt Design 😘😘😘😘
Absolutely love your videos ... I’m a huge fan. My only question is why you don’t have a show on cable???! That said ... books by color? Noooooo ... I have 14 boxes of well loved books. I can’t imagine buying books for their color, with no intention of reading them! I always organize them by genre. I may budge and organize books by color for the living room. It might be cool to use book covers to match my living room color scheme though ... I would never have thought to do something like that. My books are always with me because they are part of my soul ... it never would have occurred to me to use them as room bling. Keep being you, girl. We’ll keep watching!
I find the best bowls and bits at value village. There are usually really nice bowls, tea cups and real crystal bowls for less than $3.00.
Wow... that’s an amazing deal! Thanks for sharing with us!
Oh, Lisa! You forgot to mention thrift stores for treasures! If you don't think that thrift stores might not have what you want, think again. I was looking for fine china. After months of looking at thrift stores, I did find they carried some very fine china. Think Mikasa and so on. At last, after looking for six or seven months, I found a fabulous set, and, I knew what it was instantly. Service for twelve of Royal Albert's Old County Roses! The entire set was $84.99, and because it was a thrift store, there were no taxes on the set. So, search out great treasures. The wonderful wooden bowl she mentions, is a style I found at Goodwill for $.349. So, if you have patience you will find what you need at thrift stores . I have patience to the inth degree and it has been a blessing of treasures. Make a day of hitting the thrift stores in your area. It is so much fun. As an extra tip, tell yourself that if you can't find what you want right away, you will keep hunting until you do. My motto is "if it isn't at a thrift store I am not buying."
Lisa,
Love the information you share. Im having the hardest time trying to figure out the color of the rug i should get for my livingroom. My walls are a pretty yellow, my couch is blue. My floors are a engineered medium walnut like color. I would like a plush rug because I spend a lot of time in the livingroom. What would you suggest
Hi April! Thanks for watching and thanks for the kind comment! Why don't you send me an email to hello@lisaholt.com so I can answer your questions much easier! It is also helpful if you can include photos! Thanks!
I love your taste. I love your videos. You're the only interior designer on RUclips I've found who doesn't just talk about IKEA nonstop, or milk painting furniture. I have to say though, books by color are incredibly vulgar. It makes one look illiterate. If you're desperate for the look, and have more money than god, by all means, have all of your books rebound. My grandparents did that with a lot of their books.
If you buy color coordinated books though, it just looks like you bought books to fill space. WHY??? If you have to fill a shelf with something decorative, buy a few coffee table books that are relevant to you to throw in there, and fill the rest with interesting artwork, or decorative pieces.
If you do have a lot of books, and want them to look better, an easy hack for a more cohesive look, that's literally free, is just taking the dust jackets off. Most book spines are pretty neutral, so that works well too. It can look impressively expensive.
I have been watching anti clutter videos. What a stark difference.
Such a beautiful concept of delicious delights to add pazzzza to a room. Thanks for these inspirations!! Bravooooo to you!! Take your bow!!
yay Lisa - all the things I've been focusing on - bowl of eye-catching fruit, great selection of vibrant, healthy herbs and big branch arrangements from the yard... I was only thinking a couple of days ago, how much I don't like decorator only pieces - as I've been searching for a statement print for the guest room... it really does make a home feel interesting and 'like' a home... LOVE Serena & Lily - and I bought a couple of pieces from Target (Australia) last week, that I didn't expect from Target... all very satisfying
Yay... back at ya! Sounds like you got some great pieces! I’m jealous🙌🏻🙌🏻🙂
@@LisaHoltDesign lol - no I'm jealous 'heart emoji'
Hi, I love your videos. Can you please talk about your video background setup. The flowers- where can I get them. Thank you again for all the great decor information that you provide.
Sara
Lisa, I was wondering if it 's tacky to have your table "set" all the time.
No way Delma!!! I love when tables are presented nicely!! AND it's easier when/if guests come over!! 😍😍😍
@@LisaHoltDesign OMG Lisa! Thanks for answering!! Happy Thanksgiving!!
Having pictures of myself or friends/family in the bathroom just seems weird. Like they’re watching you while you 💩…
i love how you show us the bling and give us the source ...so affordable too...thank you,
You are sooo welcome! I’m glad you liked it! 🙂🙂🙂🙂
I am Unitarian-Universalist and looking for a modernistic chalice for home lighting and celebrations.
9:49 shows a chalice. Where could I buy that?
Could you discuss color schemes and how to pull them off. LOL
Yes... that is a video coming up soon! Thanks for the comment!
Just a suggestion . I bought a color wheel in an art store and in the back explain how to pull off color combos for the designer look . it help me.
Just a suggestion 😎
It's ironic you are showing super High End Designs within your photos and suggesting Target, Bed Bath and Beyond, for purchasing home decor, makes no sense tome, just my opinion.
I just happened to come across your RUclips channel when looking for something else and I liked, subscribed and clicked the bell! I learned more from you in one evening that from a list of other designers. I'm here to stay and please keep these coming, I have many videos to watch yet but I'm so stoked that I found you. Thank you for all you do here.
Hi Reign! Thank you 🙏🏻 sooooo much for your kind comments 💕💕💕💕 I’m not sure if you know, but I’m opening the DesignClub in August! Get onto my email list at www.lisaholt.com and you can be one of the first ppl to become a member!!! Yay!🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻💕💕💕😘😘😘🥰💄 I guarantee you will freak out when you see it! This is Lisa! 🥰
@@LisaHoltDesign I've added my email addy ...can't wait!
I love your videos! I don’t know much about design but you are an inspiration! Can you do a video on wallpapers ... I’m trying to get inspired to do new wallpaper in my bathrooms . Thanks!
I love when you say “Make it look like you”!
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Thanks Lisa! I love your videos also this one. I love your energy. Your very last tip about the books sucks though. What I love most when I visit people is to look through their bookshelves. I want to know what they read and the last thing I think about is the look of the books, whether they are stylish or not. Books are a wonderful thing because they tell a story. I spend time with them. They are a bit like friends. Never in a million years I would want to replace my books with some empty shells. No matter how wonderful they might look from outside. What counts is the inside.
I think you’re misunderstanding the whole book thing. These are all great books where the jackets are removed and the natural book covers are exposed... they are then arranged buy color... white jackets or beige or black whatever. You buy them sorted by color instead of title however they are real legitimate books... I’ve gotten biographies, historic books, novels, classics! It actually is availing oneself of a lottery of potential as well as making a design statement! 100% real books that might have been thrown out! It’s super cool to order them and see what you get! 🥳 thanks for the compliment and your comment!!!
Great ideas, and I also love trays everywhere!
Me too Lyn! Gotta keep everything tidy and organized 🙂
I love all the pictures. You put so much effort into every video
Hi Suzy! Thanks so much for mentioning that… I feel it’s really important we get visual reference, I think it’s super helpful. But I know I drive my editor bananas, so he’ll be thrilled to hear you appreciate all his efforts too!🤣🥰
Would it be possible to mention more brands that are or sell to European markets? Love the video otherwise 😍
Yes! You know I’m not as familiar with European vendors for the same reason. But... YES! A very good idea for a future video!!! Thanks for watching 🙂
@@LisaHoltDesign EU: wayfair.com !! depot-online.com (for the small budget=fsb), Villeroy- Boch.de !!!! (no way around it ;) ) Maisons du Monde.come (France, Germany, Spain etc) tikamoon.com, home24.de / (fsb), made.com (fsb), milanri.com. , sofacompany.com (fsb&great quality!! ), Bolia.com, classicdesignoutlet.com !!, modecor.com !!!,wk-wohnen.de, nww.at !!, wittmann.at !!!, ligne-roset.com (very stylish, but no longer convincing in quality, poor service ;) ), woka.com (!!!) bebitalia,com, jab.de (upholstery fabric: great!!! & bielefelder-werkstatten.jab.de), molteni.it. , poltronafrau.it,;
crystal glass,just to name a few: shop-nachtmann.de, shop-spiegelau.de, eisch-glasshop.de, zwiesel-glass.com, bohemiacrystal-eshop.com, kostaboda.com/ , val-saint-lambert.com . ceramics & china/porcelain (collectable): majolika-karlsruhe.de/shop-2/, kpm-berlin.com/porzellan/ !!!, royal-limoges.fr
rosenthal.de !! , fuerstenberg-porzellan.com/Shop/ (one of my favourite), herend.com/
royalcopenhagen.com !!!, www.augarten.com/de/11-produkte
kahla-porzellanshop.de/kahla-kollektionen (fsb&great quality) etc....
villeroy-boch.de bebitalia.com
Planning to list a few this coming Friday, and thanks for the recommendations! 🥰🥰
I was watching too many home designers I recall one saying enough with open kitchen shelves and then discussed it.. when Lisa said if you’re a minimalist you can stop if you’re nothing but that you can do this and that and talked about open shelves I was like ,, uhh so you can be either .. I mean I just noticed she had something for everyone and they didn’t have to be in trend it’s just if that’s you you can do this .. it was wholesome.. I think that’s experience for you but I also think it’s her personality too ..
Awww this is so sweet!! 😘😘 The most important part of design is making sure your space works for YOU and YOUR lifestyle!! 👏🏻 I really believe that as long as you love something, it can totally work in your home - it's all about living in the best way possible!! 🌟💜 Thank you SO much for this super sweet and thoughtful comment - reading these makes my day!! 🥰💚
For those who are readers and already have tons of books like me, just organizing your books by colors makes a huge difference. I would never call my books "clutter", but it definitely looks more organized now.
Edit- Lisa you're awesome. Your videos are always fun and informative.
Yay, I have TONS of books, too, ( in 10 Billy bookcases!) and I'm always happiest when they're set by color tone, somehow it make me read the titles better. ;)
Pretty books you do not read. Wow! I thought I spent money recklessly LOL! Fun Video
Hi Lisa,
To Lisa and all who are reading this; I hope you and your loved ones are safe and healthy durning this times and always.
New subscriber here !😁
Love how you divided the accessories between the rooms. I completely agree with you and was the reason that make me see your not only informative but educational video, I hope you continue. As you indicated, fashion accessories are equal of home accessories...after all we have chandelier earrings 😋. In my opinion home accessories are more important since it can be the same for 4, 6, to 12 months hence you will see them and appreciate them every day. Why don't take the time and select something that is as unique as you are? I personally spend time in researching until I find the piece that speak to me and get along with the other pieces already have. I'm not an expert BUT I had learn about quality..they speak to each other. I found an Edward Farrell gorgeous custom sofa (chenille fabric, sable/green color) , I was trying to find pillows and I found some, green and cyan other black and gold ...no matter want I did nothing was working. They weren't talking to each other ( it that can make any sense ..lol). Then I started analyzing why this wasn't working and I came to the conclusion, the use of the lower quality pillows was doing the opposite of elevating the design, wasn't pleasant to the eyes. The color maybe right but the quality was not.
I found the pillows, the lady I bought the sofa from, just change her mind regarding some pillows and she decided to sell them, yes I bought ALL of them at a very good price for the quality. They look amazing with the sofa and with the Baker black barrel side chairs that also I bought from her .
Side note;
OK...OK.., I got a "little" crazy with so many gorgeous things, I bought other items , mainly accessories and other stuff...no regrets since I enjoy them every day.
Thanks for your time in reading.
Be safe, Be healthy, Be well.
Maria
Maria... omg... that was so sweet and funny!!! I loved reading your comments🤣... thank you for watching and commenting 😘
Is all white still in? Possibly timeless ? Or am I wrong with those thoughts? It’s just so easy.
Jaime! Totally TIMELESS!!! 😍💖 You're 100% right! 🌟😁
I love when you say “I’m glad you asked”! 🤣
LOL Christy!!! 😆 I'm always glad when you guys ask - I LOVE answering your questions!!! 💜🥰 I'm SO glad you're enjoying these vids - thank you SO much for watching!! 💚😘😘
But I dont want stuff cluttering my counters.
I like clear counters. Flowers are pretty but in a few days I want them gone.
Absolutely love you channel. Bling ideas are always the hardest for me. I tend towards minimalism. This being the case my bling must have meaning to live in my space. I find the thought of books by the yard or color abhorrent.
Frames with pictures of ones children is not good in the bedroom. Who wants to be intimate with our children watching? Ick.
Now it's funny but my eye went right to the large picture in the room that had a touch of red in it and across the room on the table there was red to me helped tie everything in. The room where you talk about the puffs 😅
I feel I know this intuitively, but it’s so nice to hear it, and see it, in a list form. Thank you LH
You have a lot of really good advice [ except for the matching book colors ]. My family had an art gallery for many years and subsequently we visited a lot of homes helping the homeowner to make a choice with their art. In my experience most people are not very confident in their decorating choices and need lots of reassuring. The nicest and most welcoming homes, in my opinion were those that had a tendency towards a unique and personal style. Where every single thing looked like the homeowner took great pleasure in choosing. The homes that looked lived in. The worst were homes that looked like show homes. These always felt cold and unoccupied.
When you add a throw to the bed, do we need to be mindful of different textiles? I mean, is there a rule for mixing textiles?
Lisa, I'm loving all these ideas. They can kick your space up a notch or two :) I'm wondering if you have a small space is it appropriate to just add one item. When does it begin to look cluttered? Thanks again for all your excellent tips!
Hi Nancy, Great question! Yes, if you have a smaller space (cocktail table, etc) you can do 1 item, but it needs to be the right scale, FAB, and stand on it's own. If the surface is any larger, you need to move to either 2 (matching pair) or 3 (the rule of three) and stop there. Thx so much for watching!
Lisa!!!! I watched so many videos on this channel from paints, carpet, light and more.. I LOVE your energy... now quit hitting your mic 😂🤣😂 I have absolutely enjoyed these videos.
OMG Shivani!!! SO glad I can be a great resource for you on future projects!!! 👏🏼💕 Luckily this is an older video so the quality and editing has improved TREMENDOUSLY!!! 😍 Definitely check them out and let me know how you like them!!! 😉🧡
Travels. One of my favorite sources was (and will be again): travels. In 2019, I got to go to Ireland. I bought a modestly priced (but suitable for framing) map of Ireland. Now, I have a lovely framed map of Ireland on the wall! My personal shopping guidelines include “packability”. But that’s just a guideline: I bought some crystal at the Waterford factory and splurged on shipping.
For me, it’s decor + memories.
OMG MC, I have been to Ireland before and LOVED IT!! 😍 I used to travel so much when I was younger, I miss it 😢 That is SO smart to shop for packability!!! 👍
Order books by color????? Now I've heard everything!!! lol. I have custom bookcases in every home I've lived in because I have so many books. Which. I've. Read. Last time I moved, I (painfully) got rid of about 1/2 of my books, had yet another wall of bookcases made in my new home and, still, the books I'd brought with me overflow. Ah well. For me, a home without well-loved books is just a house. It's a riot of colors and they aren't artfully placed on the shelves, but it definitely tells everyone who I am. It's my all-consuming love affair.
I love that !!! 💕💕💕
You are amazing! All the illustrations in your videos! Kudos to the editing team!
Yay!!! Thank you for your kind comment, my team and I really appreciate it 🤩 Thanks for joining us!!!
Almost 100K ALREADY?! Lisa!! You're a social media queen! Let me be early to saying congratulations :) Thank you so much for your educational videos 🥰
Yay!! Thanks for your kind comment, I really appreciate it!! Thanks for being a part of my channel! 😍