Ever enter a room that looks beautiful but just feels off? You’re not alone—and chances are, one of the most common interior design mistakes is to blame.
In this episode of Design Unscripted, I’m walking you through the five biggest design mistakes I see all the time—and how to fix them with simple, expert-backed strategies.
From oversized furniture to harsh lighting, showroom-style shopping to flat-feeling layouts, we’ll talk about the subtle shifts that can instantly elevate your space and make it feel more intentional, more personal, and more you.
Spoiler: Beautiful design isn’t about perfection—it’s about proportion, flow, layers, and confidence in the details.
Inside this episode, I’ll walk you through:
• Why scale and proportion matter more than the pieces themselves
• The biggest lighting mistake that’s making your space feel cold
• How pulling furniture off the walls actually opens up a room
• Why buying everything from one brand works in theory—but not in real life
• How art, accessories, and texture tell your story and bring the space to life
If you’re designing, redecorating, or refining your space, this episode is packed with ideas to help you create a home that’s cohesive, elevated, and uniquely yours.
✨ In this episode:
- [00:33] The #1 mistake that instantly throws off a room
- [02:25] How to fix lighting that feels flat or harsh
- [03:43] Why pushing furniture to the walls isn’t helping your layout
- [04:55] The problem with buying everything from one store
- [06:13] How art and accessories can bring your space to life
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