Luxury Design Secrets Revealed | Top 15 Tips for a Designer Look

[@ashleychilders]

I’m honestly in love with every single one of these designer tips! They all can make such an impact in your home. What’s everyone’s favorite?

[@marthagarza5558]

flowers! I grab an inexpensive bouquet from the grocery store then forage stems from my outdoor shrubs or trees and it really amps up what would be a small arrangement! Q: I have plain, beige carpeting in my living room. How do you feel about placing a large rug on top of carpet? Is that weird? :/

[@emiliebova]

@@marthagarza5558 if the lower rug is very low pile it may work.

[@carrieilbrey0520]

Down pillows. I have pancakes right now!!

[@sandraweiler5971]

@@carrieilbrey0520 me too!

[@giaw7867]

I was surprised to see a comment of someone suggesting you do walk throughs as opposed to photo inserts - I love the pics - they're one of my favorite parts of your videos - I always pause and drink them in and absorb so much inspiration from the pictures in your videos as well as some of the other designer videos I watch - I like both walk throughs - and pics, but personally prefer the pics because you get to see so many other designs - please don't cut down on them! 🙂

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you! We love the images as well so we plan to keep them!

[@giaw7867]

@@ashleychilders wonderful! 🙂

[@merahkesumba]

Why surprised?? Its video. You can present with motion pictures ... Not pictures. And its easier to see what she talking baout without she having to talk so much .

[@giaw7867]

@@merahkesumba I explained why right in my comment - Seems like it's a matter of preference - no big deal - I enjoy the video, but prefer the still shots

[@giaw7867]

@SIS And I like listening to her talk and hear her views on things - that's why I watch her videos lol - I like her a lot -

[@carlettagoodrich-mann1377]

Character mixing old and new together is a classic tip for adding history to a room.

[@ashleychilders]

I couldn’t agree more! ❤️

[@1taylorgibson]

De-cluttering is my favourite tip. Once you do that you can stage your own home. I’m going to watch the lighting tips next. Thanks!

[@gingerotto1713]

Loved every single tip; all great, but faves would be the tonal color palette (with one slight, subtle color) and cut the clutter - so very important. I’m so glad I found your channel. You are lovely and wonderful to listen to!

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you so much for watching and I'm so glad you liked the tips!

[@kathywillis7459]

Ashley this was such an informative video. I applaud you! Your channel deserves to grow and grow!

[@ashleychilders]

Gosh, thank you so much!! Too sweet, thanks for watching!

[@inglishhomeandgarden8386]

"Cutting the clutter" and "curated styling" is for me the first step to a stylish home.

[@ashleychilders]

Love it!! Those are great ones!

[@kayerobertson5307]

Great tips. I love you style and your hair!

[@ashleychilders]

Awe, thank you!!

[@diannecox3297]

Thank you for providing a more detailed approach to this topic. E.g. the cushion sizes and filling or the light temperatures to use. Winner!

[@heatherderganc5984]

Great video! I’d add one more. On a recent Linda Vater video she talked about the addition of background music in her home, especially when having guests in. I never had thought about it and I agree!

[@stephanieholderfield2475]

These tips were awesome! Beautiful examples too, Thank you, Ashley!

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you so much for watching!!!

[@kbs7583]

Such great tips. And...I have always thought about the outdoor shutters not looking authentic, but this is the first time I've heard a designer address that. Thanks so much -- I feel better. : ))

[@ashleychilders]

Oh yay, I'm so glad that tip was helpful!! Thanks so much for watching!

[@dorothyprice6372]

Loved all your tips perfect for me I'm in a need for a refesh and this will definitely help me Thanks

[@ashleychilders]

❤❤❤

[@rhondacraig7430]

Thanks so much for the great advice…love your aesthetic and style. Really appreciate you adding the “Lighting Guide”

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you so much for watching!! We had fun creating the "Lighting Guide". There's so much to think about with lighting, I'm glad you liked it!

[@evelina2363]

Excellent tips! I loved how you explained those in detail, I’ll definitely check out your other videos!

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you so much!! I appreciate you watching!

[@janagregory5845]

Your lighting guide was right on time! We’re building a new home and I’ve been big time stressing over lighting! Your guide really helped me to make final decisions that I’m very happy with!

[@ashleychilders]

Oh I LOVE to hear that!!!! Good luck with the new home!

[@Anna-jx1on]

Rugs and lighting, great tips.

[@ashleychilders]

❤

[@lindawatts5260]

I liked, Lighting it is so important. It can make a room feel warm and inviting or feel like you are in a clinical setting. Walked into a friends house that had only over head lighting and I had to walk out of the room. Could not stand it. I will be getting your print out on that if I can find how to. Also, I’ve never watched your videos until this one but I’ll be subscribing. I’m not a designer but would love to be. I’m always decluttering and take pride in wanting my house pretty and inviting. Thanks for all your knowledge shared with enthusiasm for decorating, it shows. Linda from Pensacola, Fl

[@ashleychilders]

Well, thank you so much for your kind words! I hope you find other videos on our channel that you enjoy! Creating a home to love is so important and it’s my passion! Happy Sunday ❤️❤️

[@TaliBradley]

Glad I found you. Impeccable taste. Lovely visuals.

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you ❤

[@colinemills9139]

A scent for each season. I love that ❤

[@ashleychilders]

I always makes me so happy to welcome each new season with a new scent!

[@rosmarshall]

Lots of wonderful tips… generically loved the lux loom scale options across the board… well done. Looking forward to more content.

[@sherrycatanese4312]

Thank for such a good video! Where do you shop for drapes? I need some for the liv rm & your examples were great! Fun channel!

[@ashleychilders]

We usually do custom, but there are honestly some great options on Etsy! Thanks so much for watching!

[@idaliamartin8235]

Really great video! It covered almost everything. I subscribed so I can get more from you. Now, I"ll check out the lighting guide, which I'm wondering about for my new home. Thanks!

[@ashleychilders]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!! 🤎🤎

[@carolynratliff1380]

No more karate chopping the pillows….so tacky

[@ThekimG313]

Thank you for the lighting tips and advice.

[@ashleychilders]

❤

[@anniesarmiento5956]

Am a new subscriber of your channel and I’m really impressed on your tips on how to have a lux design. Very informative and I learned a lot. Great job😊

[@susanpera2131]

Gorgeous interiors. I love them all, and noted that the color palette is my favorite.

[@ashleychilders]

Awe, thank you!!!

[@bwiseok]

Lighting is what I’m interested in. Especially chandeliers

[@ashleychilders]

I love chandeliers as well!

[@glendalafont1561]

Wow with all the decorating videos yours is the best.

[@linoh28]

I love your house interior! Would you share the color of your stair railings and floor stain please? Thank you!

[@adesign3755]

Thank you for all the tips! 👍

[@ashleychilders]

❤

[@fancycat]

My new favorite channel.

[@ashleychilders]

Too sweet, thank you so much!

[@lorrainebonilla8052]

I'm so excited I found you love the oversized art ang mix of old and new. Looking fiward to learn how to design my empty 😊

[@ashleychilders]

I love those two tips as well!! Happy designing!

[@fayecraghead6820]

Loved this video! Gives us so much to think about and to look around to see how to improve our spaces! Really informative!😍🥰🥵

[@ashleychilders]

So sweet! Thanks so much for watching!

[@enemyisdebragoins5608]

Hi Ashley, all the tips are great, but the lighting, artwork, and wood beam/built-ins/and the wainscotting is my favorites. I like those homes that you showed us, and I hope that in the future, you will be my home's interior design person! This is my first view of your channel, and I am a new fan! Thanks for this content.

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you so much for your sweet words and for watching!!

[@MariaReyes-te7lk]

The best is the entrance, simple and elegant. Lighting at room same temperature or type of light bulbs.

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you for watching!!

[@Angela-vy5ok]

I was just looking up what paint colour would go best with my brown couch and I saw your video. The chairs are very similar in colour. I loved the tips! Can you please tell me what the paint colour you used with your brown chairs is? Also, I love beams too, but my ceilings are not high. Can this still be done?

[@sakinahabdul-jaleel]

Fantastic tips! Love the tips especially on curated styling.

[@ashleychilders]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@joanna77700]

Loved them all, not sure about those types of kitchen runners which seem like living room style. Curious as to what city/state these homes are in-such character!

[@ashleychilders]

I can see that. I like to add in large runners just to ground the space. We're in Little Rock, AR!

[@dorotaa6933]

I am new in this channel and I LOVE IT! Your advices are what I was looking for!! Thanks a milion !!!❤❤❤

[@camuchanomellini903]

THANK YOU ❤THANK YOU❤ FOR SHARING THE COMPANY’s NAMES TO PURCHASE THE HARDWARE 👍🏼✨👏🏼✨👏🏼✨GREAT INFORMATION ❤️✨

[@ashleychilders]

Absolutely! I'm so happy you found the video helpful!

[@lisaz1304]

I would love to know the make and model of the chair you are sitting on during the video

[@davidjones9146]

Great tips! When walls have wall moulding how do you hang artwork that is larger than the center portion of the moulding? Thanks.

[@ashleychilders]

Add a strip of wood behind the art that's the same depth as the surrounding molding, then hammer in the hanging hardware to the added strip of wood and you'll be good to go!!!

[@davidjones9146]

@@ashleychilders Thank you!

[@kathypatterson9906]

So helpful! I can't wait to implement the lighting ideas.

[@ashleychilders]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mamak2066]

I watch numerous design videos and your channel is best of class! Subscribing now and want to take a master class from you!!!

[@ashleychilders]

Wow, thank you! I really appreciate it!

[@rebeccahui7674]

Thanks for a informative video Ashly. Can you tell me the wall colour of your background? Thanks !

[@tanimasingh941]

loved the video.. what should be the length and width of nightstand lamps if it is by queen or king beds again this Dress you are wearing is so pretty share the brand and website if you can

[@ashleychilders]

It kind of depends on if you're using the bedside lamps as reading lamps, etc. I have very large ones on my bedside chests, but the chests are quite large as well, so the lamps are the right scale. Thanks on the dress!!! It's from a small boutique in North Carolina, the brand is a sustainable British brand called "Newday Originals"

[@sojournerhouse]

Really great tips! Thank you very much.

[@sheilaaskew5486]

I'm new to your channel. I love your ideas and examples!

[@kathleenmay3530]

Where can I purchase some of these beautiful things?? Rugs for example!😊

[@ellentiedt2235]

For a tall full length mirror, which would look better an arched top or square? Luv your videos. You have great taste ❣️

[@ashleychilders]

Honestly both are great! I kind of depends on the other pieces you have in the space. If you have more angular lines in your room, go arched top to soften it up. Or if the room has loads of soft textures like pillows, bedding or drapery, you could do a square top to add some structure!

[@brendaibberson2400]

Loved all your tips,you are my favorite on you tube

[@ashleychilders]

You are so sweet, thank you!

[@bernadette721]

Perfect!

[@ashleychilders]

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[@blancamaldonado9253]

Excellent…thanks Ashley.

[@Steph_Renee_RN]

I love your videos and presentation-so helpful and inspiring! Thanks so much for your awesome content and the lighting guide is so right on time! I absolutely adore your hair and clothing style too! Can you please do a video on your hair and skincare?! You are beautiful 😍 ❤

[@vionkinipsagallegoski4207]

Love it, love it, love it all. 👏👏👏👏

[@ashleychilders]

Awe, thank you!!

[@bwiseok]

This was great!!!

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you!

[@theresahill7203]

Would it be OK to add architecture molding to just one wall in the livingroom as a accent wall?

[@ashleychilders]

I believe so, as long as there's some continuity with other elements in the room

[@helenafactome]

Interesting ideas! Thank you.

[@Jackiemena18]

Ashley, this was very helpful. I want to make a change to my house, organic modern and to incorporate more earth tones. I loved all the content. What is the name of the color on your walls in your house? I’m looking to change and I loved that clean look.

[@rhondaflick4791]

Love you all your ideas❤

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you so much!

[@mikeson-dc4fm]

I love your suggestions - any chance you have the source for that incredible huge art photo of children playing in a plaza water spray somewhere in Europe? I would buy that in a heartbeat, but I don't see a link in the comments or on your site. Thanks!

[@robinsmith4499]

Love this entire video.

[@evelynmelian-glick436]

Loved all these suggestions!

[@gloriathompson4010]

I like moldings it gives a classic look

[@royfechter7291]

Ashley, where did you purchase the picture frame with a picture light attached that was behind you?

[@victory-phoenixrising4498]

To be honest i liked the pillow one and lighting partly because thats what im buying next!

[@ptowey5298]

Drapes, door/drawer pulls,rugs

[@winnierutahigwa391]

Beautiful

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you!!

[@pamelaegan2327]

Loved your video.

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you!!

[@iAmiSaid]

Subscribed... Fantastic vid!

[@valpar99]

thank you for the tips. i did put my email, pressed download and i didnt received in my email or have access to the lighting guide...

[@shearswindow-myviewofliter9650]

You are so beautiful, I just love watching you .Great tips👍🏻😊

[@ashleychilders]

Gosh, thank you!! Too sweet ❤️

[@ellalillard6418]

Beautiful ❤

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you! 😊

[@crushynn90]

Excellent tips.

[@SabrinaOrangio]

@ashleychilders Love your tips and that you are from Arkansas! Also would love to get copy of "2023 Lighting Guide" but I signed up twice and have not received anything. Can you help?

[@dennyb759]

I’m done with all the extra pillows. To sit on sofa they have to be removed. On bed they all have to come off 🤷‍♀️ Loved the video n u looked very pretty.

[@ashleychilders]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@luzspillane3385]

I love you videos. Thank you

[@DecoratewithAtefeh]

Great video!

[@T3COLY]

I loved your video ❤ new subscriber here ❤

[@surajithkm]

Nice !!

[@T3COLY]

I went to the link and never got the lighting document

[@clairekendrick3558]

Where is the chair from that you are sitting on?

[@halynacarbullido1102]

Impossible to find a 4’x 8’ or 4’x9’ runner rug for Kitchen.

[@ashleychilders]

I always have luck with hard to find sizes by shopping Etsy!! The handmade, vintage and antique rug selection amazes me!

[@kennethbailey9853]

Thank you

[@idaliamartin8235]

What's the rule for rugs under beds?

[@ashleychilders]

It depends on the size of your room, but I like to either position the rug perpendicular under the bed where it starts after the bedside chests and it peeks out from the end of the bed. Or if there’s a seating grouping at the end of the bed, I like for it to start halfway down the bed and be completely under the seating grouping. Just whatever feels best in the space!

[@carlettagoodrich-mann1377]

Create the same color tempaerrture ❤

[@karenjohnson2714]

Lighting tip ideas and hardware

[@ashleychilders]

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[@carylederoche1913]

All of the tips were good..

[@mariastathopoulos744]

Overall content is informative. The photographic examples should also include ordinary and modest homes / interiors. For example my home has low ceilings. Beams, medallions and rosettes would look pretentious. Shiplap is outdated, at least in Australia. Tonal palettes can look designer but often lack personality. Spaces look like hotel rooms. Great for a short stay but boring and impersonal for longer durations. In the kitchen, draw pulls that have open ends are a hazard. They look elegant but are impractical. Clothing gets snared on them and toddlers / preschoolers bump into them causing injury.

[@Zakariah1971]

Did she say landing strip at 9:00? 🤣🤣

[@jacquelineortiz9578]

Just a suggestion... it'll be nicer if you walk trough this designs instead of so many pictures with so much information so fast...you are hands on on trends and ideas though!

[@ashleychilders]

Thanks for watching and the feedback!

[@annlatham]

@@ashleychilders I’m a visual I appreciate the photos. Thank you.

[@emiliebova]

Walking through rooms wouldn’t give as much info as the photos she has curated.

[@littlelamb4305]

Good information although not much original content. I'm following you but personally found your speed and volume off-putting. A lower keyed and sincere delivery would be more inviting;.my sincere opinion and mean no offense.

[@xavierwaterkeyn]

There is such a thing as the “pause button”.

[@carlettagoodrich-mann1377]

Curated styling and cutting the clutter yeah.

[@jo-annmaruszak9885]

Larg scale art work.

[@ashleychilders]

Large art makes such an impact!

[@AZee55]

I find the wall moulding a nightmare to keep clean. And living in Africa, it’s an ideal place for spiders to breed. Especially in the the ones with thin vertical groves.

[@elainepietrzak8093]

I truuly believe windows should be framed by beautiful window dressing.

[@Onyx-Rose150]

I don't agree with the light temperature thing. The same type of lighting needs to be the same but different types of lights can have different temperatures for different tasks. Now if you can afford led lights with variable temps great, but otherwise different temps in different types of fixtures works great.

[@ChrisstinaMorgan]

I have never seen a runner which would look even good (not talking luxury), especially on the kitchen...

[@ashleychilders]

Try Etsy, it's my fave resource for unique runners!!

[@sherristockfleth746]

I gave my email but then the lighting guide didn't download.

[@ashleychilders]

Oh shoot! Thanks for letting me know, I'll check the link!

[@AjayDhere-z9l]

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[@m.k.tayler1122]

With regards to fragrance, we have to be mindful if we have pets - like dogs - due to their sense of smell being so much more acute than humans which ranges between 10,000 to 100,000 times more than humans, therefore can have a detrimental effect on them.

[@ashleychilders]

Oh I couldn't agree more!! Thanks so much for pointing that out, it's so true!