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When it comes to interior design, small choices can make a large difference. Of course, it\u2019s important to make the right<\/em> choices! Here are a few tips to avoid common mistakes when redecorating your home.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t put furniture up against the wall<\/h4>\n

Although it seems like an obvious choice, putting couches or chairs up against the wall is often a poor design choice. If you have the room, pull your furniture away from the walls \u2013 this will create a more intimate setting and encourage conversation among guests.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t overfill bookshelves<\/h4>\n

When filling a shelf, you should do more than simply pack it full of books. Sort books by style or color for a more unified look. Consider leaving some space or adding in accessories to add interest. If you\u2019re looking at adding shelves to your home office or elsewhere, give us a call at Closet & Storage Concepts today. We can help you build the perfect storage system to ensure you don\u2019t waste any space.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t overdo it on decorations<\/h4>\n

Accessorizing can be fun and interesting but don\u2019t go too far and create clutter. If you find that you have to clear some space, consider storing some items and swapping them out from time to time. That way, you can still keep everything while having scaled-back, fresh displays.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t match all the colors<\/h4>\n

Consistent colors are good to tie a room together, but if everything is the same color the room will look bland. A good rule of thumb is the 60-30-10 rule: 60% of a dominant color, 30% of a complimentary color, and 10% of an accent color.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t have inadequate lighting<\/h4>\n

Lighting is rarely something that people put enough thought into. Interior designers recommend having three different sources of light. Combine natural and artificial light sources, as well as lights of different intensity. This will make sure the room is well-lit for every situation.<\/p>\n

We hope these interior design tips help you achieve the perfect look for your home. Once you\u2019ve employed these around the house, try giving Closet & Storage Concepts of New England a call to help you get organized elsewhere. From the garage<\/a> to your closets<\/a><\/span>, we are ready and willing to help you tackle the clutter around your home!<\/p>\n

Photo credit:\u00a9\u00a0hikesterson<\/a>.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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