When planning the layout of our home before moving in or undertaking renovations, we often envision a future filled with coziness and comfort. However, once our ideas are implemented, we might find that some decisions don’t work out as well as expected, leading to discomfort and inefficient use of space. The challenge often lies in the details.
At Bright Side, we recognize the frustration of struggling to find items in the kitchen or accidentally bumping into furniture. These issues often arise from poor interior planning. We’ve sought expert advice to help you avoid common mistakes in arranging your living space and are eager to share some practical tips with you.
1. Choosing appliances without measuring
Buying pots, pans, food processors, and even microwaves without measuring in advance, will lead to them not fitting your kitchen space and sitting somewhere random on the counter, totally in the way. The solution is simple: select appliances beforehand, do the detailed measuring and pay attention to the way appliances open, making sure that your kitchen layout can accommodate them.
2. Having only one light source
It may be practical, but it’s not really enough to brighten the whole room, plus it “steals” your square footage visually. The best solution, according to experts, is to layer the lights. Be sure to have your lighting on dimmers and also coming from multiple sources at different heights like floor lamps and table lamps. And always choose soft white bulbs.
3. Buying all of your furniture from the same place
It’s like buying the whole outfit that the mannequin is wearing. It looks good, but it could absolutely destroy your space. Experts advise adding furniture and decor gradually. A room or home should develop over time where meaningful objects are added slowly. This will give your home a more organized look.
4. Buying lots of inexpensive, small accents and cluttering up the space
People buy lots of small furniture pieces or accessories to avoid investing in a big item like a great sofa, a stylish headboard, or an amazing piece of art. In the end, the little things cost just as much and the space feels cluttered rather than cozy. Interior design professionals recommend buying pieces that serve multiple purposes. A small desk in your bedroom can also be used as a nightstand. A swivel chair in the living room can turn to watch TV or the beautiful view out the window. Fewer but better pieces will serve you for many years.
5. Using elevated beds for children
Beds for children should be arranged in a way that a child can climb in and out of them without any help from adults. It’s not just a safety issue, but also the right way to arrange a kid’s room in order to make them more independent and help them learn things quicker.