COMMON LIVING ROOM DESIGN MISTAKES + HOW TO FIX THEM

10 COMMON LIVING ROOM DESIGN MISTAKES + HOW TO FIX THEM
Interior Designer: Kristen McGowan
Are you making these common interior design mistakes in your living room?! In this video, I go over the top living room interior design mistakes that I've seen and how to fix them! Going over how to decorate, style, plan, and complete your space to look it’s best! I hope this gives you some ideas to make your home look it’s best and gives you the motivation and inspiration to fix your design mistakes! Let me know in the comment if you have ever/are making these design mistake in your home! #interiordesign #homedecor
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[@KristenMcGowan]

HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE! I hope this video gives you some ideas on how you can improve your living room design so you can enjoy your home to the fullest!! I hope you are all having an amazing & relaxing holiday season!♥️

[@mariamangion21]

So excited to watch 🤍

[@leadimentoobrien1221]

I really appreciate ur videos. Thank u!

[@Maria-tq8ck]

Happy Hanukkah!

[@Keyshadarling]

Happy Holidays to you and your family 💕 Hope you know how appreciated you are for making such awesome content! 😊

[@susanroberts]

Yes I love the content you are putting out as well. I’ve learned so much from you and I’m loving it all! Thank you very much! 💝🥰🤗

[@kabbystevens5167]

I like to see the living room room set ups but rarely do the photos include the tv in the design….that is what I find tricky. The tv does exist!

[@KristenMcGowan]

Usually a family room/tv room is separate from the formal living room. Search family room for more ideas with TVs included

[@angelashaminee1113]

@@KristenMcGowan That only works if you have two such rooms to play with or an extra room that can be converted into a family room. The majority of us do not have the luxury of extra space,Kristen. Something to keep in mind for future videos.

[@claudiakarl7888]

@@KristenMcGowan This might be the case in the US, but in Europe most of us - if we’re not very rich - we have one, hopefully big, room for coming together and for the tv. Many times the dining area is also included. Houses in Europe aren’t as big as in the US.

[@1stepcl0ser]

I’m always amazed at how BIG everything is in the US and how a lot of Americans really do seem to have a lot of space and so many rooms! Obviously not everyone lives like that in the US, but it is often portrayed like that. When I hear „powder room“, „extra bathroom“, „guest bedroom“, „conversation area“ I’m always like…?? What? Where? 😂

[@claudiakarl7888]

@@1stepcl0ser A big country with not so many people in it. 😉

[@inestorres5811]

These are definitely great recommendations! I'd just like to say one thing about 'the positions of the 2 sofas (3 seater + 2 seater) next to each other in the living room': very often, the reason why some people have their sofas not facing each other is because they have only one small living room with a TV, therefore, the sofas will be facing the TV - which is much more comfortable for people to sit down and watch a programme together.

[@Kimberlyk12]

Thats literally the conundrum we are going through right now! Put the TV on the best wall, but then all furniture must be turned everytime people come over to watch a movie, or put it on the not so perfect wall, but then the majority of the seating faces the tv😵‍💫

[@LivingForThis]

Thank you! I have a small couch facing a small TV and a coffee table, nothing more, I wish I could have just a sidechair but we don't have the space for this in Europe 😅

[@TheSlomkens]

@juliette212121 We do, in the countryside 😊 But yeah, my London flat was miniscule 🤣

[@gardenjoy5223]

Yeah, same here. I really found it odd, that she named a perfectly nice combination 'odd'. It looks fine. More than fine. She overstepped and under-thought.

[@luisa_4120]

Quality Videos, extremely informative, great visual examples but my favorite part... straight to the point! As always Kristen, great Job!

[@KristenMcGowan]

Thank you!! I appreciate that!!

[@mariastathopoulos744]

I have the couch set in the loveseat and 3 seater. I disagree with it being a mistake. I know the current trend is to mix it up but in a few years that will be outdated and the pendulum will swing again. I style the couch set differently because of the scale with mixed cushions and throws. On the loveseat the throw is vertically positioned and on the 3 seater, the throw is horizontally positioned. Adding an armchair/accent chair that is in another design style brings balance to the furniture layout.

[@Kt-cn2rq]

True if stick with neutrals like brown ,grey black for basic furniture items you can make it cozy with accessories( lamps, bedding, pillows table cloths etc). Choose what you a a individual like not by trends. Someone told me my kitchen too French style but I was going for bakery style look since I make cakes so I took as a compliment.

[@gardenjoy5223]

Agree with you. She overstepped. It's not 'odd' at all. She was odd herself. I found it arrogant even. It looks just fine to especially nice and you can place a side table in between with a lamp on it. Most people have small living rooms and having two different colors or style of sofas in that, would make the space look cluttered most of the time. Indeed, we also have two armchairs to complete a U-form. Great for conversation and it looks cozy and well balanced.

[@itsmairyn]

Ah not me watching this with my small rug, round coffee table, and matching sofas cornered 🙈 Thank you for the tips! I’m going to try the multiple tables to see what that can do for my space.

[@merrywalsh2809]

Haha. She got me too, with the cornered sofas, although mine are loveseats. I always hold my breath on these. “Not me, not me.” 🙏🏼

[@Butterfly-rd4je]

It would be nice to see a living room that includes the TV in a small apartment less than 500 square feet would love to see a video like that love all your suggestions would like to see a video like that thanks

[@rnash97]

I NEED a bedroom version of this especially for small spaces

[@KristenMcGowan]

You’re in luck! Here you go :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/on6Zm6Klnc6Jpqs

[@kananblaze2495]

Thank you Kristen, excellent tips to style your home. The video is presented flawlessly.

[@emilie5473]

I always learn something new everytime I watch your videos. You have such a good and easy way of explaining. Thank you so much Kristen, love your channel 🤍🙏🏼

[@JimmyA32]

Would love to hear your thoughts about styling around a TV

[@imho5485]

Hi Kristen, I just discovered your channel a few months ago and I love your videos. Thank you so much for sharing because I find your videos inspiring and educational.

[@leadimentoobrien1221]

Hi Kristen! It's great that when u post split screen. U have no idea how much that helps me. Thank u SO much, happy holidays!!

[@gamewithprez]

I have so many struggles with our condo’s super tiny living room, BUT I recently completely redecorated it and I do love it more. Now it feels more cozy and prettier but our couch isn’t even big enough for all 5 of us. The set we had before was enough but it was too big for the space. There’s truly no room for anything other than maybe some bean bags or puffs, but that’s going to make it looks so cluttered, and the kids will just argue over who gets the couch lol. I have to leave room to workout so I bought a coffee table that wheels out of the way. Best decision ever. Thanks for all the tips. Love them all and someday hope to implement all the things 🫶🏼

[@francinef9884]

Thank you for this, Kristen. Now I realize what the issue is with my living room- the balance is off!

[@KristenMcGowan]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@lkn4188]

Task lighting and soft room lighting you’ve said is essential, but how do you work around having all of the electrical outlets on the walls and having cords running across walk ways or under rugs?

[@mariawilliams1314]

Always such great advice! 😊❤🎄

[@kaizen_5091]

Never heard the rug tip before. Like the imagery to highlight the tips. Happy Holidays Kristen. Thanks for the great content this year❣

[@snorlund1]

Great tips, Kristen! Thanks! Happy holidays! ❤️🎄🎉

[@debbiehuffman913]

Amazing advice in this video and all true. Every thing you have said I have experienced in my own living room. I have made the changes with balancing furniture lamp lighting rug and coffee table size before watching this video. You definitely are experienced and a true blessing in decorating. Thankyou

[@mgarteaga03]

Could you do a video for open concept living room decor? I have a home that is like this and struggle to find ways to decorate while trying to maintain the tidy and clutter free space.

[@KristenMcGowan]

Yes! Check out this open concept living room I did filled with storage ideas kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKe8ZZ-iZtt5aM0

[@fransirahome]

Love your tips. Especialy with the rugs. Thanks.

[@Rositasparks]

As always fabulous insight and tips. Thank you! 🛋 🪑 🎄🎁

[@bushitwo6367]

I would love for you to do a video on styling a living room with a U-shaped sectional, or other shaped sectionals, or a recliner. You know the pieces that are not on trend but are comfy. 😊

[@kellykuczak636]

Hi Kristen, I love you videos and your decor style. I wish I could send you a picture of my living room space . I have had to put a sofa and love seat corner to corner lol and it does feel awkward . We also have a woodstove in the corner of the room and the room is sunken 1 step but open to the dining room and kitchen. The ceiling is vaulted 15ft I struggle to know how to set up the room for flow and cohesiveness.

[@2cmrinhfx]

Excellent as always!

[@happyx2]

I am new to your channel, but so glad to have found you! I am screen-shotting practically everything you show because it is so beautiful! Thank you for all the great tips!

[@norafl2821]

Love the tips, they actually work even in small spaces. I have followed some of tips as I continue furnishing my house. How about a video on fireplaces and tile. I have a white break fireplace but need some color and design.

[@kaydixie5727]

Excellent ideas! Thanks for sharing!

[@jeannematousek6317]

Love it happy holidays

[@margui6224]

Thank you, Kristen for the video. Merry Christmas.🎄

[@KristenMcGowan]

Merry Christmas to you too!❤️🎄

[@mommyandalexia1122]

Happy Holidays love your design ideas always!! ❤❤

[@patriciakeats1621]

This entire video made perfect sense to me and I have it incorporated in my design already. Yay!

[@elizabethsam3875]

Thanks for sharing it with us 😀 😊 ☺️

[@MSchuitemaker]

Great ideas and so well organized!!

[@StannaMcDougal]

Great advice and ideas

[@annwatson2164]

Great tips as usual. I need to implement a table or throw at the back of my side chairs.

[@rebagandy1133]

Love your advice it's very helpful. Thank you so much.💯

[@pewwielouise]

Hi Kristen! What’s your take on granite counter tops?

[@sharoninflorida4621]

I bought the olive tree (behind you in this video) and we love it! It really is amazing for the price. Thanks so much for highlighting it in one of your videos. BTW... I love all your decorating ideas!

[@702chanel]

Thank you for another wonderful video. You are the best!

[@ZenF92]

Brilliant insight ❤ ^^

[@rachaelthorpe3469]

Would love to see something done for really small spaces. My 2 bed flat would fit into virtually all those living room spaces that are shown.

[@paulaleeper3668]

I enjoyed this informational video!😊

[@anita-.]

Very nice points Thank you ❤

[@Lornawhitney]

Hi Kristen thank you for another fantastic video. I’m stuck on where to place artwork in my living room and how much? Any advice or video on artwork would be most appreciated 😊 happy new year to you x

[@janalieskovska7333]

Love your videos, very enriching :) but the most I enjoy your beautiful vibe, you radiate love and warmth . Thank you 🙏

[@majidavood1499]

This was very helpful. Thanks!

[@KarenMarieBeyond]

Gosh I love this channel! I'm not and interior designer by any means, but I follow your tips and get the results I want. Love it! Thanks!

[@pollyporter-campbell7493]

Thank you for the tips.

[@christinebarajas2237]

Great ideas! Thanks

[@fookzafz7517]

Amazing in the living

[@joan01sessions]

Good advice!

[@lisadixon6617]

Your videos have such helpful design insights!!

[@hiddenhighland]

It would be great if you could do a video on some alternative layouts such as when it's possible to have a couch back to back with another couch therefore dividing a living room into 2 zones ~ I ask this in terms of doing alternative layouts in very unusual type spaces. For example, our home is loft -like and it's in an ancient industial stone building with enormous wood beams and 360° windows.

[@skscils598s09]

Waiting for my matching sofa and love seat replacement. Sofa started ripping so this may be the time to bring in a contrasting color

[@bushitwo6367]

Also for you to make a video about balancing a room, I think I struggle with this the most.

[@garlicgirl3149]

So helpful 🙂

[@badarbandial269]

Mind blowing idea God bless u

[@belovedbytheKing]

Thanks for some great tips................ I can honestly say I would never use more than 1 coffee table unless they matched exactly and even then.........I don't know.

[@shirleyc3937]

Great tips

[@jennyberry2610]

Happy Holidays Kristen🎁

[@KristenMcGowan]

Happy holidays❤️🎁🎄

[@interiordesigntrendstips]

Great video❤❤❤

[@eulaliavargas5264]

i love her designing

[@carolyngrotaers4454]

Happy holiday's to Kristen, Christian and family. 🎄 See you again soon. 😀

[@doudou53d44]

A Merry Christmas Kristen and Chris 😉👍🐕‍🦺😎

[@jacksonpeterson6899]

Hi! You've a pretty picture on your profile! I just decided to stop by and say Hi! I hope my compliment is appreciated 🌹

[@kmitch293]

I'm going to buy another coffee table to match the one I aleady have. It's a little too small and I was was going to invest in a larger one, but this will save me money and give the same effect. Great advice!!!

[@violet-green-eyes9574]

In practice the “extra corner seating” in the sectional gets only used when you are alone at home… When you have guests is not practical. You are facing each other the same way as with two sofas cornering each other, but you have only one or two armrests. I’ve noticed that we want to lean against the armrest and everyone wants to seat by the armrest. For this reason I’ve got a rid of my sectional and opted again for two sofas cornering each other…

[@gardenjoy5223]

Well done! And it's totally fine and lovely. Especially when they are the same, I'd say. Found it quite ridiculous how she went against that. She lost a good many points with me there.

[@nynkej5355]

Hi Kristen, I really enjoy your chanel. I thank you for your inspiration. I do wanna say, i really hope you will continue to make videos, rather then shorts. I personally dont like shorts. I get that some people might like shorts, but in my opinion the point doesnt really come across in a 1 minute short. Kind rewards and a happy New year

[@pavlapochop6746]

Hi Kristen, what a great review and ideas in living room. We just made that mistake by buying (recently :-() two same sofas instead of sectional. Unfortunately, we can't use your advise to put them against each other. I can see that our room needs a more help, so maybe I will look into other videos you have and find some help how to fix the look in the living room :-). Thank you for this video, wishing you happy holidays!

[@mariastathopoulos744]

You haven't made a mistake. Bring in an armchair/accent chair with different elements (colour, shape, size, design style etc) and your layout will look great. BTW l have a couch set (3 seater & loveseat) and l think my lounge/living room looks balanced, cohesive and great 😃😃😃

[@ShelleB]

We have 2 identical sofas with an end table between them, too. The focal point in the room is a fireplace with built-ins along the sides and a television above the fireplace. It is awkward to watch TV from the sofas across from each other, perpendicular to the fireplace. At least one has to be parallel with the fireplace wall so at least someone is comfortable and doesn’t get a stiff neck. I agree with her in principle but it just doesn’t work for us. If the TV wasn’t part of the equation I would switch the furniture layout.

[@archibaldy1929]

I, too, have 2 sofas butted up to each other with an end table in the corner. This works for us, as we have a corner fireplace with the tv on the wall next to it, so both sofas see the fireplace, one sofa is directly facing the tv, and the other is perpendicular to it. My husband likes to watch tv with his legs up, lounging. I’m a side leaner, legs up, so I need to have an arm for that, and sectionals don’t provide one on one end. I also like to have a place to put my drink while I’m leaning sideways, so I don’t need drop my legs to the floor to get if from the coffee table. Yes. I’m lazy that way. We have a sectional in our basement, and the only thing the corner is used for is to throw all the pillows in that came with it!

[@awestlaker]

I love your videos and style. So many great ideas. You really do give options for all kinds of situations. Thank you!! 9:06

[@helenachen2336]

Love your channel!!!! May I know what brand is your mirrors that behind dinning table? Thank you.

[@gcguerd6888]

Absolutely love all your videos!! Your last point about balance made me think.. What if one of your main furniture pieces is too high (for ex. 1 side chair) compared to the rest of the main furniture in your living room, but you dont want to buy another sidechair? Are you saying that maybe adding a tall lamp, a tall plant, or a wall art on the other side of the room where the smaller sidechair is located can recreate a sense of balance?

[@miba9909]

Perfect 👍 👍👍👍👍

[@olenadouglass2389]

Always very useful and good information. How can I get an advice on my living room style?

[@gwendavis9655]

Hi Kristen, I love you videos & you decorate style etc. BEAUTIFUL!!! Love from 🇺🇸🎶🤟🏻👍🏻🍷💖😉

[@heatherfredrickson1201]

Hi Kristin I have a square living room. One wall has a fireplace with a window on each side. Do you have any suggestions of how to set it up?

[@karinagornyy]

can you do primary bedroom trends ?

[@patriciamurphy3921]

Do you have a video about transitioning your holiday decor to winter?

[@YohanesWata]

Terima kasih saya sangat menyukai

[@traceyhuggins5478]

Happy Holidays 🎄_

[@adilenecastillo2136]

What if we have an L shape small living room and no budget nor a sectional? That’s my case, I didn’t like it from the beginning, but it was what we could afford.

[@andreykoens]

the frames behind you need some love asap 💔💔 good advice tho!

[@kelliemiree4034]

Are those baskets behind you separate purchase from the console?

[@Shyted]

I need a Kristen in my life.

[@susanroberts]

Hello. I’m so happy I’ve found you. I started watching you a few videos back and I love everything you are saying and the visual aids are what helps me. I’m a visual learner and I’ve been sitting on the fence for a couple months now on what colour to paint my living room. I wanted to go a darker green. I bought a sage colour green couch and the throw pillows have dark green in them so I thought I’d do my living room and down the hallway dark green, trim and all. My sister said to paint the trip cream but I’m sure I heard you say paint it all one colour. Is that right? What do you think of my plan? I do have one whole wall full of windows and a glass door to the balcony on anon their wall so it’s bright in here. Please help? Thank you! Old alone and wheelchair bound and need a change badly. Been over 15 years. 💝🥰🤗

[@susanroberts]

Sorry I’m not very good on my phone. Don’t have a computer. I don’t know what telegram is. So sorry. 😿💝🥰

[@susanroberts]

How do I get to telegram and will it cost me money from Canada to text you on that? On a strict disability budget 😿💝🥰

[@debrac1688]

Can you do a couple videos on paint color and dealing with darker rooms

[@poisonlady1965]

I’d love to see him this works in smaller spaces that just don’t have the size needed to put much furniture at all and how to determine what works in those spaces when the space is non-descript to begin with.

[@isadoradurso9491]

on the other hand, when you are not entertaining, which is the 90% of the time it is awkward to look at an empty sofa as a focal point. as for the additional space it is only usable when you lie down watching tv , not when people are sitting chatting. sectionals are just another trend and are not suitable for all spaces, you call a mistake what is a reasonable and popular choice of many designers, let alone home owners.

[@mariamangion21]

You never fail at making me feel motivated and firing something inside me to push and keep pushing for the better, so thank you 🙏 No matter what video I watch of yours, you always put a smile on my face and make me feel good. You make me feel so grateful for life 🥹

[@KristenMcGowan]

Aw happy holidays Maria!!❤️❤️❤️

[@carmenest3226]

Hi i jist want to say i love your videos ❤, i have 4 teen girls in one room how can i make them feel like they have theyre own space.. ty 🥺

[@Maria-tq8ck]

Love the lake views! Ty Kristen! How’s the baby?

[@cherylscott-roca4100]

I have a corner fireplace with a mirror wall along side of it and the other side is a set of French doors where a recliner sits. The opposite of the mirror is the largest wall. I have no idea what to do. I have 2 recliners coffee table and 2 end tables. Couch is on big wall. Recliner is on fench door next to fireplace and other is next to coffee table. Should I bring in the couch off wall closer to the TV? Which is on mirror wall?

[@moumitaambey1502]

Can you pls do a video on high ceiling living room decor

[@eponymous2684]

I wish I could get some design help from you for furniture placement for a great room with a diagonal corner fireplace, a sliding patio door, a wall open to a dining room, and a wall separated from the rest of the space because of being used as a walkway to get to the backyard through the sliding patio door. It is a design nightmare. I also forgot to mention that we have no den or family room so there must be a space for a 65 in tv.😢 if you ever wanted to challenge and showcase your design chops, then I have the space for you

[@annlavine3576]

i need more lights

[@jodybelcher6058]

How do you do a apartment when it very small

[@leadimentoobrien1221]

What do designers do about: Trash cans in bedroom etc? Rules of a bed bench/sofa. Air conditioner in window and curtains dark 4 sleep Rugs in the bathroom Thank you in advance.

[@mariastathopoulos744]

I'm not a designer but this is what l have in my home: * Ceramic vessel with a wooden lid as my bedroom bin under the bedside table. * I have a bench seat at the foot of the bed which is a little lower than the bed. Very comfortable layout and the bedroom doesn't look cluttered. All depends on the size of the bedroom. Mine is medium sized. * l used to have a window air conditioner, if you need it, keep it. * In all of my bedrooms, l have both sheer curtains and sun block out drapes for night. Great functional combination. * l have a bath mat in the bathroom strategically placed for the main purpose of stepping onto a dry surface rather than step onto a towel. In my opinion, rugs aren't needed in the bathroom.

[@joannharper8383]

What if your space is small how do you work these things?

[@MJboy92]

Which coffee table at 7:52??

[@priscilla2110]

Is there a guideline for how many lamps is too much/not enough for the space? Or sizes?

[@gardenjoy5223]

I'd say at 7: 24 there is definitely too much. Or simply not well placed. The room looks cluttered for the lamps! Place them, where they are needed. It's perfectly fine to leave that one corner a bit less lit, if no one sits and reads there. Important is, that they are at different heights. All at the same height quickly looks fake. It still looks nice to have two matching lamps on either side of a low cupboard or a mantle piece. Not necessary at all though. Balance a bigger lamp out with a smaller one somewhere else. Think about the softness of the light. Too bright looks less cozy.