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  • 7 DECORATING RULES YOU SHOULD NEVER BREAK | INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS
    Interior Designer: Kristen McGowan
    Do you what to decorate your home like a pro? In this video I am going over interior design basics rules and home decor styling tips you should remember when decorating your home! I take you through common interior design mistakes, and how to fix them to have a beautiful looking home. Use these interior design tricks, hacks and trends for a more cohesive and expensive looking home! If you're looking for coffee table decor, bedroom styling, lighting essentials, furniture selection, painting tips, and more... this video is just for you! #interiordesign #homedecor
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Комментарии • 285

  • @KristenMcGowan
    @KristenMcGowan  Месяц назад +97

    Happy Sunday!! Stay tuned for NEXT WEEKS video! MY FINISHED LAKE HOUSE TOUR!!🏡❤

    • @brendatomlinson
      @brendatomlinson Месяц назад +1

      I can’t wait!!

    • @mariamangion21
      @mariamangion21 Месяц назад

      Can’t wait 🫶

    • @cindysantana7131
      @cindysantana7131 Месяц назад

      Absolutely , and so we'll spoken.

    • @leadimentoobrien1221
      @leadimentoobrien1221 Месяц назад

      Can u please address how to place picture lights? Where to place them in relation to the picture? The size of the PL to the picture etc.

    • @leadimentoobrien1221
      @leadimentoobrien1221 Месяц назад

      Can u please do a video of tv media storage? We have a 65-80,inch tv that we have on the first floor the left of the entrance. I'll send pictures when I can.

  • @mariamangion21
    @mariamangion21 Месяц назад +282

    Who else agrees that Kristen is one of the sweetest persons ever?

    • @KristenMcGowan
      @KristenMcGowan  Месяц назад +8

      You are the sweetest!!❤

    • @gerrimcgrath6878
      @gerrimcgrath6878 Месяц назад +3

      That’s “our” Canadian gal! 💓🇨🇦💓🇨🇦💓

    • @LoveandMisses
      @LoveandMisses Месяц назад +5

      I don't know her personally to make a fully educated decision.
      She seems to be very nice.

    • @MariellaHill
      @MariellaHill Месяц назад +1

      If anyone deserves her own network show it’s this gifted young lady. 😊

    • @ayebalepriscillah5019
      @ayebalepriscillah5019 Месяц назад

      Always straight to the point

  • @onubia7224
    @onubia7224 Месяц назад +61

    This is one of my favorite videos by her. I get a lot of compliments on our home because I’ve listened to Kristen’s rules and suggestions.

  • @cindyrumsey3707
    @cindyrumsey3707 Месяц назад +19

    I love that Kristen explains the reasons why you need to follow her design rules!

  • @ambinintsoahasina
    @ambinintsoahasina 15 дней назад +7

    I've watched tons of videos about Interior design but yours never miss. Always super practical and right to the point! Great work!

  • @elizabethgoosen3679
    @elizabethgoosen3679 Месяц назад +39

    Hi Kristen. Please do a video on bedside lamp sizes vs the bed side table, width and height. These videos are so helpful, thank you ❤

  • @jeanettefujikawa
    @jeanettefujikawa Месяц назад +24

    Wow! A free, 10 minute video that is extremely informative and I will be referring back to many times ❤. Kristen, you covered so much ground and gave wonderful examples. I can’t wait to see the house tour!

    • @user-eu7dz6bm7v
      @user-eu7dz6bm7v Месяц назад +2

      Yes ! Like a speedy design course, exelent !

  • @dleblanc6883
    @dleblanc6883 Месяц назад +10

    I love your videos. What I like is that no matter if you have a small modest home or a bigger home, your tips are helpful. Thank you.

  • @reneweiler8929
    @reneweiler8929 Месяц назад +6

    Just found your you tube channel … you are so good and I have learned so much from you … thank you

  • @caudillcottage
    @caudillcottage Месяц назад +8

    Love all of your designer tips and knowledge! Your videos are also amazing and you have a natural talent for teaching!❤

  • @awesomeexpressionexp
    @awesomeexpressionexp 23 часа назад

    I never thought of the impact of furniture heights. Great tip!

  • @AlyssaHernandez-mv7hy
    @AlyssaHernandez-mv7hy Месяц назад +8

    I appreciated your emphasis on personal style and creativity. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned decorator, this video is a must-watch for anyone looking to improve their interior design skills.

  • @TiaFirl
    @TiaFirl Месяц назад +7

    This was a total eye-opener for me. The tips were practical and made so much sense-I never realized how simple tweaks like hanging curtains higher or layering rugs could completely transform a room. I'm feeling inspired to give my home a makeover with these newfound design insights!

  • @naorindamabini7255
    @naorindamabini7255 Месяц назад +13

    This was very informative. Hope you can also do an all abt lighting vid. How to place light, how much light a room needs, how to compute for the brightness or lumens, warm/cool/yellow/white. Thank you.

  • @angelapruisman536
    @angelapruisman536 Месяц назад +6

    Thank you for your wisdom!
    I love your videos...so much so, that I take notes!

  • @leepainter5064
    @leepainter5064 Месяц назад +30

    Excellent video, really informative, thank you

  • @janicehill4776
    @janicehill4776 День назад

    Really useful tips. I rarely learn anything new from this type of video, but it was all new to me.

  • @debraenston4164
    @debraenston4164 Месяц назад +4

    Brilliant! I feel we all watch your videos and are amazed at what you teach us. These rules make our homes "flow" and feel thought about. Not easy for someone who loves antiques/thrift shop furniture but now I have the key tools to see which pieces will fit in our home. Thanks so much. Kind regards from England!

  • @coleensibert882
    @coleensibert882 Месяц назад +18

    I just love watching your videos. This video answered a question I had about rug size v. bed size, so thank you for the helpful information, as always!

  • @Bella0797
    @Bella0797 Месяц назад +1

    Very useful information, thanks

  • @louisetregomorgan4907
    @louisetregomorgan4907 Месяц назад +7

    My eldest son recently asked me how high the side dressers should be . I put him onto your videos ❤. This was very helpful, Kristen, much appreciated.

  • @sharkbros.9278
    @sharkbros.9278 Месяц назад +2

    Absolutely love your videos. They make so much sense and are do-able (BIG plus).

  • @Ccdurko
    @Ccdurko Месяц назад +3

    I look forward to these videos every week! I can't wait to see the lake house tour!

  • @praiseworthy
    @praiseworthy День назад

    Very interesting and useful advice specially for the curtain 👌🏼

  • @barbarablackman3742
    @barbarablackman3742 Месяц назад +2

    Great tips😊

  • @anneholoye1483
    @anneholoye1483 Месяц назад +2

    super helpfull video , thanks for all the good advices

  • @joannalee1249
    @joannalee1249 Месяц назад +3

    Kristen Rocks! Thx!

  • @andrescastillo07
    @andrescastillo07 Месяц назад +3

    You're the best! I've learned so much from you in the last couple of weeks and I have started applying your tips and tricks to my bedroom, and I'm starting to see the differences! Your style is perfect.

  • @user-fi6ph6mg3i
    @user-fi6ph6mg3i Месяц назад +2

    Omg I'm blown away🎉 I wish I would have known about the rules and regulations long ago now it's time to fix the mistakes thank you !!!

  • @lauriehardie3308
    @lauriehardie3308 Месяц назад +3

    Whenever I’m feeling uninspired I watch some of your videos and it gets me going! I love your ideas and advice!

  • @gailbissell3910
    @gailbissell3910 Месяц назад +2

    Great tips ! I always new my bed side tables didn’t look right but I couldn’t work out why, now I do. The top of the bed side tables are a good 2 to 3 inches lower that the mattress which also makes it awkward to reach for items. Thank you

  • @Lore-Lore1
    @Lore-Lore1 17 часов назад

    These tips are really good, thank you so much for your video ❤❤❤

  • @barbb.7028
    @barbb.7028 Месяц назад +3

    Yes!! This video is definitely one that I saved for now but also future use. Thanks.

  • @user-px8ug4cw2d
    @user-px8ug4cw2d Месяц назад +2

    Thank you !

  • @idabrophy4590
    @idabrophy4590 Месяц назад +1

    You're the very best because you give decorating advice not just doing something and making your house look like it's been staged you give advice and decorating tips and their fantastic

  • @raeleneoros3398
    @raeleneoros3398 Месяц назад +2

    Thank you for sharing all of these decorating rules to follow! You are always so sweet and kind. I always look forward to your posts! I can't wait to see the Lake House Tour! I am excited! ☺❤

  • @meandme2289
    @meandme2289 Месяц назад +1

    Again very informative and useful information! Thank you for sharing your knowledge ☺️

  • @simplyericaamaro
    @simplyericaamaro Месяц назад +2

    Extraordinary video! I found the tip on height of coffee tables and side tables particularly helpful!

  • @jacquelinecobb9387
    @jacquelinecobb9387 Месяц назад +2

    You have helped me so much with the redecoration of my home. Great tips! Thank you, Kristen 🥰

  • @LalalalalaLauren75
    @LalalalalaLauren75 Месяц назад +2

    I appreciate this video so much! I have a tiny house and I’m going to be giving the master bedroom a makeover soon. Thanks for the tips!

    • @hsmd4533
      @hsmd4533 Месяц назад

      Having a nice master bedroom is such a treat!

  • @jolantakasza4747
    @jolantakasza4747 Месяц назад +2

    Very informative tips. I never though about coffee table rules. Thank you.

  • @msan4278
    @msan4278 Месяц назад +4

    You are amazing, Kristen!! Absolutely love your videos!! Thank you!

  • @olla8550
    @olla8550 Месяц назад +1

    Thank you so much for all hard work you do on RUclips.Im not designer, and not so talented.but thank to your tips and knowledge.my house look really sophisticated, waem and elegant.
    Thank you

  • @kellyfulton683
    @kellyfulton683 4 дня назад

    Great video....very informative!!!! 😊

  • @yolandamuller3687
    @yolandamuller3687 17 дней назад

    Luv all your decoration tips ❤️

  • @swetha0585
    @swetha0585 Месяц назад +1

    Thanks for the round up, will wait for part 2.
    Hi Kristen , could you also make videos on the below topics for small houses
    1. Countertop colours and combinations cabinet materials and colours
    2. Staircase designs and materials, how to choose
    3. Paint tips for walls, doors and trim.

  • @mariawilliams1314
    @mariawilliams1314 Месяц назад +1

    Thank you for such a great and informative video that answered so many of my questions. 😊❤😊

  • @debbiemartell8100
    @debbiemartell8100 Месяц назад +1

    Incredible video, so many amazing tips in about 10 minutes. I just love your visual examples as well, really helps me to understand the design concept you are speaking about.

  • @Fiftynine414
    @Fiftynine414 Месяц назад +1

    Excellent information for me - I’m beginning a remodel of my living room. This helps a lot.

  • @jergervasi3331
    @jergervasi3331 4 дня назад

    Great advice!

  • @sarahivy6086
    @sarahivy6086 Месяц назад

    This is so helpful!!! Thank you for sharing ❤

  • @salinakhan-razzaq9614
    @salinakhan-razzaq9614 Месяц назад

    So much good information!

  • @patriciareisinger8428
    @patriciareisinger8428 Месяц назад

    Very helpful. Thanks for sharing your tips.

  • @nanetteomeara609
    @nanetteomeara609 Месяц назад +1

    Great video. Manifesting my new home and this info was perfect

  • @liamporter1137
    @liamporter1137 День назад

    Great advice.

  • @despinaheyer9023
    @despinaheyer9023 Месяц назад +2

    this girl gives such positive vibes so positive that im up to buy a new coffee table for my living room haha

    • @butterflysun
      @butterflysun Месяц назад

      Me too!!! I currently have a round one. Thanks to Kristen, I learned that the round table is not suitable for a 96 long sofa.

  • @TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam
    @TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam Месяц назад +1

    These are helpful tips as we craft spaces that reflects our individuality and flair. Thank you! 😉

  • @dianekoltunovich5944
    @dianekoltunovich5944 Месяц назад +1

    As always you put out a great informative video. I look forward to all your tips.

  • @FeliciaHarden
    @FeliciaHarden Месяц назад

    This was great!!!

  • @janet3895
    @janet3895 Месяц назад

    This answers so many questions, very helpful

  • @Soinlovexoxo
    @Soinlovexoxo Месяц назад +1

    This was a great video with great advice! Thank You!

  • @grandma4557
    @grandma4557 Месяц назад +1

    Oh i love this, will definitely be bookmarking this one

  • @themejiasfamily9931
    @themejiasfamily9931 Месяц назад +2

    Thank you so much! You gave me all the info that I was looking for! ❤

  • @pamelacarter2718
    @pamelacarter2718 Месяц назад +1

    Great tips!❤

  • @margui6224
    @margui6224 Месяц назад

    Thank you so much for your advice, Kristen.

  • @briankachor566
    @briankachor566 Месяц назад

    Im looking forward to Kristen get her back desk ready for spring and summer happy gardening 😄

  • @jekaterinavarlamova8654
    @jekaterinavarlamova8654 Месяц назад +1

    Great video, thank you so much Kristen for all tips 😍

  • @tanjacavlovic8053
    @tanjacavlovic8053 Месяц назад +1

    UUUU... I looove the drawing schemes, everything makes sense now. It is for saving for future designs. Thank you so much. ❤

  • @monginakebati5035
    @monginakebati5035 Месяц назад +1

    Great tips!!

  • @nadirmachadogoncalves7066
    @nadirmachadogoncalves7066 Месяц назад +1

    Great videos, thank you! I descovered them today and I have watched lots of them. So nice and useful!
    Please, would you make a video about tradicional classic decor style with a bit of contemporary style decor?

  • @vickigonya9432
    @vickigonya9432 Месяц назад

    Mine raises and comes up over my lap! I LOVE it!! So handy for so many things ❤

  • @melanieshort6190
    @melanieshort6190 Месяц назад +1

    So much useful info, I screenshot, lots of images for future use!! Thank you, so much!!!❤

  • @CocoloverCC
    @CocoloverCC Месяц назад

    Thank you Kristen! My house checks everything on your list in this video, which makes me super happy! Thank you for the information!

  • @nayanaranasinghe7378
    @nayanaranasinghe7378 Месяц назад

    Absolutely great video, thank you so much Kristen.

  • @annaspanski2371
    @annaspanski2371 Месяц назад

    Love watching your videos. I’m obsessed, and inspired

  • @cindyslegers2356
    @cindyslegers2356 Месяц назад

    I'm happy watching your vedios ..I've learn a lot of ideas for my interior design .thank you for sharing ❤❤❤

  • @katyknight6945
    @katyknight6945 Месяц назад

    Really useful tip about the bedroom rugs!

  • @annwatson2164
    @annwatson2164 Месяц назад

    Thanks Kristen..will definitely use some of this info 🎉

  • @indirameza3689
    @indirameza3689 Месяц назад +1

    Best video ever

  • @loug8186
    @loug8186 5 дней назад

    Excellent advice, very basic but absolutely critical. Thanks!

  • @ahnaf_ameer_ashraf
    @ahnaf_ameer_ashraf Месяц назад +4

    Mind-blowing 😮❤

  • @josierosagatlin5893
    @josierosagatlin5893 Месяц назад

    Great tips!!! Can’t wait to decorate my new home.

  • @ginacrusco234
    @ginacrusco234 Месяц назад

    Love this one, Kristen! Very useful advice! A lot of numbers, but that makes things objective, not subjective.

  • @beckymartinez6898
    @beckymartinez6898 Месяц назад

    Thank you for this information. The lighting rule is very helpful!

  • @ozmaile7938
    @ozmaile7938 Месяц назад

    Great tips. They seem obvious for professionals but for all those out there that think they are designers or don't need designers these basics are spot on

  • @karynz717
    @karynz717 Месяц назад +12

    I follow her advise and decorating tips to the tee ❤ from 🇨🇦

  • @tistisjustme
    @tistisjustme Месяц назад

    Amazing, practical suggestions and advice! Thank you!

  • @sandieedward993
    @sandieedward993 Месяц назад

    Great advice.. Thank you

  • @jandaermold3406
    @jandaermold3406 Месяц назад

    Thanks for all the info....very helpful!

  • @chiren101
    @chiren101 Месяц назад

    Happy Sunday to you too….awesome content BTWs … thank you 💐

  • @instilltime2014
    @instilltime2014 Месяц назад

    This is the absolute most helpful decorating video I have ever seen. I am saving it for reference. Thank you so much!

  • @zinahaddow4784
    @zinahaddow4784 Месяц назад

    Literally my favorite interior designer

  • @lilnxthie
    @lilnxthie Месяц назад

    So helpful!! Thank you so much!!

  • @maureenmaccabe2661
    @maureenmaccabe2661 Месяц назад

    I’m planning on painting my bedroom and these are Great tips. ❤

  • @taniagiancioppi3996
    @taniagiancioppi3996 10 дней назад

    Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom. I am currently on the hunt for my first home and need to buy all my furniture except the bedroom, and this will help me when choosing. Can't wait to design my home.

  • @nancyward5368
    @nancyward5368 Месяц назад

    I enjoy watching and learning a lot of designer ideas. Thanks 🇨🇦

  • @shirleysammyperez9126
    @shirleysammyperez9126 Месяц назад

    Excellent tips! Thanks so much!!!!!❤

  • @janetbof4
    @janetbof4 Месяц назад

    As always, great advice!

  • @ChuckBowie
    @ChuckBowie Месяц назад

    Good stuff, thanks Kristen.

  • @ramose83
    @ramose83 Месяц назад

    That was GOOD ... Thank you