Decorating
How can placing a small plant on a work desk soften the feel of a very functional space?
Work desks tend to be full of hard lines – screens, keyboards, notebooks, cables. It’s practical, but it…
Decorating
How can lowering the height of artwork or photos make a room feel more human and relaxed?
Artwork hung too high makes you tilt your head and can feel a bit like a gallery or…
Decorating
Why might swapping heavy curtains for lighter ones change how you use a room during the day?
Heavy, dark curtains can be great for blocking light at night, but during the day they often stay…
Decorating
Why is it helpful to mix different textures, like wood, metal and fabric, in the same space?
A room made entirely of smooth, similar surfaces can feel flat, even if the colours are nice. Texture…
Decorating
How can using a single large rug instead of many small ones make a room feel calmer?
Multiple small rugs can chop up a room visually. Each piece creates a separate “zone,” which can be…