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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 • 294

  • @KristenMcGowan
    @KristenMcGowan  2 месяца назад +105

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

    • @brendatomlinson
      @brendatomlinson 2 месяца назад +2

      I can’t wait!!

    • @mariamangion21
      @mariamangion21 2 месяца назад

      Can’t wait 🫶

    • @cindysantana7131
      @cindysantana7131 2 месяца назад

      Absolutely , and so we'll spoken.

    • @leadimentoobrien1221
      @leadimentoobrien1221 2 месяца назад +1

      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 2 месяца 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 2 месяца назад +294

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

    • @KristenMcGowan
      @KristenMcGowan  2 месяца назад +8

      You are the sweetest!!❤

    • @gerrimcgrath6878
      @gerrimcgrath6878 2 месяца назад +3

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

    • @LoveandMisses
      @LoveandMisses 2 месяца назад +5

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

    • @MariellaHill
      @MariellaHill 2 месяца назад +1

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

    • @ayebalepriscillah5019
      @ayebalepriscillah5019 2 месяца назад

      Always straight to the point

  • @onubia7224
    @onubia7224 2 месяца назад +66

    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.

  • @elizabethgoosen3679
    @elizabethgoosen3679 2 месяца назад +41

    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 ❤

  • @cindyrumsey3707
    @cindyrumsey3707 2 месяца назад +21

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

  • @ambinintsoahasina
    @ambinintsoahasina Месяц назад +10

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

  • @jeanettefujikawa
    @jeanettefujikawa 2 месяца назад +27

    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 2 месяца назад +2

      Yes ! Like a speedy design course, exelent !

  • @jant4741
    @jant4741 3 дня назад +1

    Finally decorating advice with good sense.

  • @ChelseyExplores
    @ChelseyExplores 28 дней назад +6

    Is there a rule for the TV and then the console below it? Like how big should the console be in comparison to the tv

  • @TiaFirl
    @TiaFirl 2 месяца назад +8

    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!

  • @dleblanc6883
    @dleblanc6883 2 месяца 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.

  • @naorindamabini7255
    @naorindamabini7255 2 месяца 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.

  • @AlyssaHernandez-mv7hy
    @AlyssaHernandez-mv7hy 2 месяца 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.

  • @reneweiler8929
    @reneweiler8929 2 месяца назад +7

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

  • @coleensibert882
    @coleensibert882 2 месяца 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!

  • @leepainter5064
    @leepainter5064 2 месяца назад +30

    Excellent video, really informative, thank you

  • @caudillcottage
    @caudillcottage 2 месяца назад +8

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

  • @louisetregomorgan4907
    @louisetregomorgan4907 2 месяца 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.

  • @debraenston4164
    @debraenston4164 2 месяца 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!

  • @angelapruisman536
    @angelapruisman536 2 месяца назад +6

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

  • @pauladelgrosso7203
    @pauladelgrosso7203 Месяц назад +1

    Thanks for all the design tips !!! 🥰🥰. I clearly have a few pieces/areas to change up in my house lol

  • @user-fi6ph6mg3i
    @user-fi6ph6mg3i 2 месяца 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 2 месяца назад +3

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

  • @jacquelinecobb9387
    @jacquelinecobb9387 2 месяца назад +3

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

  • @andrescastillo07
    @andrescastillo07 2 месяца 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.

  • @idabrophy4590
    @idabrophy4590 2 месяца 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

  • @gailbissell3910
    @gailbissell3910 2 месяца 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

  • @swetha0585
    @swetha0585 2 месяца 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.

  • @briankachor566
    @briankachor566 2 месяца назад +1

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

  • @barbb.7028
    @barbb.7028 2 месяца назад +3

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

  • @raeleneoros3398
    @raeleneoros3398 2 месяца 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! ☺❤

  • @Ccdurko
    @Ccdurko 2 месяца назад +3

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

  • @msan4278
    @msan4278 2 месяца назад +4

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

  • @LalalalalaLauren75
    @LalalalalaLauren75 2 месяца 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 2 месяца назад

      Having a nice master bedroom is such a treat!

  • @olla8550
    @olla8550 2 месяца 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

  • @vickigonya9432
    @vickigonya9432 Месяц назад

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

  • @margui6224
    @margui6224 2 месяца назад

    Thank you so much for your advice, Kristen.

  • @joannalee1249
    @joannalee1249 2 месяца назад +3

    Kristen Rocks! Thx!

  • @tanjacavlovic8053
    @tanjacavlovic8053 2 месяца назад +1

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

  • @despinaheyer9023
    @despinaheyer9023 2 месяца 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 2 месяца 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.

  • @grandma4557
    @grandma4557 2 месяца назад +1

    Oh i love this, will definitely be bookmarking this one

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

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

  • @jolantakasza4747
    @jolantakasza4747 2 месяца назад +2

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

  • @CocoloverCC
    @CocoloverCC 2 месяца назад

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

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

    Thank you !

  • @themejiasfamily9931
    @themejiasfamily9931 2 месяца назад +2

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

  • @jekaterinavarlamova8654
    @jekaterinavarlamova8654 2 месяца назад +1

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

  • @awesomeexpressionexp
    @awesomeexpressionexp 18 дней назад

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

  • @simplyericaamaro
    @simplyericaamaro 2 месяца назад +2

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

  • @Fiftynine414
    @Fiftynine414 2 месяца назад +1

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

  • @annaspanski2371
    @annaspanski2371 2 месяца назад

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

  • @katyknight6945
    @katyknight6945 2 месяца назад

    Really useful tip about the bedroom rugs!

  • @nayanaranasinghe7378
    @nayanaranasinghe7378 2 месяца назад

    Absolutely great video, thank you so much Kristen.

  • @karynz717
    @karynz717 2 месяца назад +12

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

  • @ozmaile7938
    @ozmaile7938 2 месяца 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

  • @debbiemartell8100
    @debbiemartell8100 2 месяца 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.

  • @josierosagatlin5893
    @josierosagatlin5893 2 месяца назад

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

  • @meandme2289
    @meandme2289 2 месяца назад +1

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

  • @anneholoye1483
    @anneholoye1483 2 месяца назад +2

    super helpfull video , thanks for all the good advices

  • @annwatson2164
    @annwatson2164 2 месяца назад

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

  • @nanetteomeara609
    @nanetteomeara609 2 месяца назад +1

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

  • @MakeupByJen
    @MakeupByJen 3 дня назад

    Amazing video thanks doll!

  • @Soinlovexoxo
    @Soinlovexoxo 2 месяца назад +1

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

  • @taniagiancioppi3996
    @taniagiancioppi3996 28 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.

  • @mariawilliams1314
    @mariawilliams1314 2 месяца назад +1

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

  • @loug8186
    @loug8186 23 дня назад

    Excellent advice, very basic but absolutely critical. Thanks!

  • @zinahaddow4784
    @zinahaddow4784 2 месяца назад

    Literally my favorite interior designer

  • @chiren101
    @chiren101 2 месяца назад

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

  • @Bella0797
    @Bella0797 2 месяца назад +1

    Very useful information, thanks

  • @tistisjustme
    @tistisjustme 2 месяца назад

    Amazing, practical suggestions and advice! Thank you!

  • @beckymartinez6898
    @beckymartinez6898 2 месяца назад

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

  • @melanieshort6190
    @melanieshort6190 2 месяца назад +1

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

  • @deeashby1659
    @deeashby1659 2 дня назад

    Thank you so much!

  • @yolandamuller3687
    @yolandamuller3687 Месяц назад

    Luv all your decoration tips ❤️

  • @jandaermold3406
    @jandaermold3406 2 месяца назад

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

  • @maureenmaccabe2661
    @maureenmaccabe2661 Месяц назад

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

  • @nadirmachadogoncalves7066
    @nadirmachadogoncalves7066 2 месяца 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?

  • @barbarablackman3742
    @barbarablackman3742 2 месяца назад +2

    Great tips😊

  • @ariestarzga
    @ariestarzga 6 дней назад

    Thank you so much for your content😊

  • @praiseworthy
    @praiseworthy 19 дней назад

    Very interesting and useful advice specially for the curtain 👌🏼

  • @janet3895
    @janet3895 2 месяца назад

    This answers so many questions, very helpful

  • @lilnxthie
    @lilnxthie 2 месяца назад

    So helpful!! Thank you so much!!

  • @dianekoltunovich5944
    @dianekoltunovich5944 2 месяца назад +1

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

  • @TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam
    @TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam 2 месяца назад +1

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

  • @Lore-Lore1
    @Lore-Lore1 18 дней назад

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

  • @monginakebati5035
    @monginakebati5035 2 месяца назад +1

    Great tips!!

  • @ginacrusco234
    @ginacrusco234 2 месяца назад

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

  • @pamelacarter2718
    @pamelacarter2718 2 месяца назад +1

    Great tips!❤

  • @shirleysammyperez9126
    @shirleysammyperez9126 2 месяца назад

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

  • @Pagingnursejackie
    @Pagingnursejackie 2 месяца назад

    This was exactly what I needed! Thank you.

  • @ChuckBowie
    @ChuckBowie 2 месяца назад

    Good stuff, thanks Kristen.

  • @janetbof4
    @janetbof4 2 месяца назад

    As always, great advice!

  • @instilltime2014
    @instilltime2014 2 месяца назад

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

  • @patriciareisinger8428
    @patriciareisinger8428 2 месяца назад

    Very helpful. Thanks for sharing your tips.

  • @lorismith5369
    @lorismith5369 2 месяца назад

    Very helpful! Thank you!😊

  • @sandieedward993
    @sandieedward993 2 месяца назад

    Great advice.. Thank you

  • @nancyward5368
    @nancyward5368 2 месяца назад

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

  • @user-jg4xu9bf3n
    @user-jg4xu9bf3n 2 месяца назад

    This is the best and practical interior decorating video ever!! love it!

  • @salinakhan-razzaq9614
    @salinakhan-razzaq9614 Месяц назад

    So much good information!

  • @ExcelWithChris
    @ExcelWithChris 2 месяца назад +1

    Loved it!!