Interior Design Mistakes Your Guests Will Notice (But Aren’t Telling You)

In this video we are talking all about entertaining and what your guest are thinking! These design mistakes are easy to fix and your guests will notice!
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[@ernestclark2362]

Very thankful for your kind attitude about the comfort of your home for older people. I can't hop up into a barstool or sit in a low sofa (I'm 73 and have some mobility issues) and you're the first young person who ever mentioned how that might affect your guests. Not that you should have to take that into consideration in every room. I also really like your encouragement that home decor should reflect your life and be unique to you, not the average cookie-cutter art.

[@sulli4675]

I love how you always take into account kids and older relatives when giving tips.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Absolutely!

[@kateprescesky3060]

"the pets need to have access to the space" YES THEY DO!!! We rearranged our entire living room a week after we moved in because we realized the pets needed to have a place to sit and look out the window ❤️

[@Diana-gn8rp]

Yes, two prime living room and dining room windows have cat perches attached. Bugs me cause I’m a neat person and love to decorate but they live on those so …… they stay. 😻😻

[@babykrul]

On top of usefulness for the pets it makes the place so much more wholesome I love it 🥺 Wholesome vibes are sooo good for a homey home hahahha

[@juliereynolds3488]

@@FallenAngelBrass Same here for our cats!

[@katherinebrodie3371]

I set a big square ottoman in front of the window in my office with blankets so the dogs can sit and look outside while I work. They love it. They also climb on my desk and put their heads on the mouse while I’m typing but I love them so we work it out. Haha.

[@hsmd4533]

Garrett, I love that you are on trend without being trendy. Your comment about the coffee table and coffee table books is so great, and thank you for not showing a picture of a Tom Ford coffee table book with chunky beads on top.

[@GarrettLeChic]

I love it!

[@rgvtexas8391]

I don't like to see a pillow chopped so deep it looks like a fortune cookie.

[@kiranhussain554]

It's so nice to hear you say that you like seeing the pictures of family and friends because they're important to people and so many channels just bash them. People like to be reminded of their loved ones so I don't understand why so many channels here don't like that. It's always so lovely to hear people speak about their loved ones because they light up when they do.

[@jane-cn6nd]

I have beautiful photos of great grandparents, all of the aunts and uncles from 1898 to the 1940s. No way am I hiding those.

[@teresamckeown5594]

I was always told that family photos were okay in the family room…. But NOT in the “front room.”

[@jane-cn6nd]

@@teresamckeown5594 Oh no, I display them everywhere.

[@kiranhussain554]

@@jane-cn6nd I think that's great, we should surround ourselves with people and thing we love so why not! Some of them are artistic too, I love thinking about the lives of the people in the pictures when they're older pictures too

[@jane-cn6nd]

@@kiranhussain554 I'm unabashedly nostalgic.

[@bookmagicroe9553]

Dog owners need to bathe their dogs. They need to wash the dog bedding, pillows, special places, etc. They need to vacuum or sweep up the dog hair, especially on the sofas and chairs where guests will sit. Walking into a house that smells "doggy" is unpleasant. And all the candles in the world can't overcome that kind of smell. The same can be said for cat owners, bird owners, etc.

[@gailcooper5646]

Garrett, have you ever considered writing a book on the core of home design? You are consistently ten steps ahead of practical, yet beautiful living. Your information and common sense are invaluable.

[@GarrettLeChic]

You never know! ;)

[@jubi0622]

Oh I have one to add! As someone with chronic migraines who is very light sensitive, intense overhead lighting is very difficult for me to hang out in. Even worse than that is any light fixture with exposed bulbs that are at eye level, so if I'm stuck in a seat that looks directly at an exposed bulb on a fixture or lamp, I'm probably having a bad time. Even for those with a less extreme condition than myself, I think most appreciate spaces with good ambient lighting at night.

[@ladycactus110]

Yes! The craze for LED bulbs has horrid health consequences.

[@lisagorman2480]

Never fell for the ubiquitous $200 must-have book. So very refreshing to hear someone say it out loud!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

😊😊😊

[@sharonsmith583]

Ugh. Hate the bar height stools and tables. Glad someone said this!

[@michellebarnes4094]

"This is not a pillow factory. This is not a pillow sales room." Garrett, that was so funny I literally laughed out loud! I love your advice and you always entertain! Also, Cornelius is beyond cute! Thanks for another wonderful video. 🐶❤

[@GarrettLeChic]

My pleasure Michelle!🐶🐶🐶

[@morgan8112]

Thank you for addressing barstools. I have functional neurological disorder, and for whatever reason, I always seem to have an FND fit when I'm on a barstool. Then I can't get out of the chair without help because it's too high off the ground and I've temporarily lost body control. But in between fits, I don't seem disabled at all. Sometimes it's the people you least expect who need extra accessibility considerations.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Absolutely! Thanks for sharing Morgan. Please take a moment to support the channel if you haven't already, and join our very valued subscriber family. :)

[@hummingbirdarg]

This isn’t a “Pillow factory or pillow sales room where every model is in display…”. Omg 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 you are hillarious. Thanks for the laugh and the informative video as always!!

[@CoftheIsland370]

What I find makes a home so uninviting is the powder room/guest bathroom. I hate when they have old/dirty/colored/holiday hand towels (I think they should be white and I prefer them folded at the side of the sink so I know it is clean), minimal toilet paper on the roll, and no extra rolls in full view, and a strong candle burning in there.

[@forschungstorte]

It's maybe not decoration per se, but part of how a guest is welcomed and how the mood is set: Televisions should be switched off, unless we are meeting to watch something specific together, like Eurovision. Otherwise, a TV in the Background is something I find rude and uninviting. A good choice of background music on the other hand is a wonderful subtle gesture of respect and effort to make the space feel inviting.

[@elizabethchurchill1216]

Thank you so much for considering guests with mobility issues!

[@K3r0411]

Thank you for mentioning the SCENT! I can’t tolerate artificial scents. Among other things they make my larynx swell. I never visit a 2. time anywhere with Glade plugins or cheap candles. Aside from the obvious damage these scents do to chemically sensitive people and PETS with their sensitive noses, the chemicals accumulate in the fatty tissue of the human body.

[@shinnam]

Same here. My SO has allergies and has had to leave people's houses because of the "air fresheners "

[@madusonkeeper]

I have chemical fragrance allergies yes it is a real thing! And asthma So I can relate!!

[@virginialangford6257]

I have asmath and spray/plug ins and so forth triggers it in a hurry. These artificial scents are not good for anyone. We are not meant to be breathing in all the chemicals these scents are made from.

[@ImSimplyAHuman]

I’ve read many times that glade plug-ins are tied to seizure disorders in animals and children. I personally think they smell toxic but damn am I a sucker for a scented candle

[@dianekelly6764]

Glade Plug-Ins are the worst! I used to do a lot of substitute teaching push-in to classes, and there was one class in one school that had Glade Plug-Ins. I refused to go to that class; since it's against District policy to use Plug-Ins, I got a free period every time. My daughter-in-law recommended a place for me to get my legs waxed before a cruise; they had scented candles and diffusers that gave me a migraine. Next trip, I have to try a different place!

[@aelincat8455]

I wanted to let you know I just subscribed! Going through your videos, you're the first KZbinr in the space that I've seen acknowledge people having kids (and of course pets) and therefore needing to take that into consideration. Thank you for remembering these are HOMES not just Instagram content ❤️

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks for your lovely comment! Welcome to the channel. It’s great to have you as part of our very valued subscriber family. 😊😊😊

[@aldonalidia3850]

Too many pillows? Guilty as charged! My guests keep pushing them away and I love it!

[@gwynyvyr]

I really appreciate this one, especially your comments about scent! I have severe asthma and have literally had to leave a friend and relatives home because the overwhelming scents triggered me into a an asthma attack. One thing that should be mentioned is the low furniture in guest rooms. I once was invited to stay at a young relatives home when I was traveling. Their guest room had a very low bed, barely off the floor. The room was very elegant and nicely decorated, but that bed...OOF!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much Gwenivere, and thank you for sharing!

[@polgara28]

Thank you thank you thank you!!! Cologne and glade products, etc actually do make some of us sick. I love so much how you keep it real. Pillow talk, lol. Great video. ❤

[@Yellowrose156]

THANK YOU !! I was at a friend's daughter's home and she only had those high bar stool height chairs in the dinning room area. At 71 I tried to look "well ok its comfortable", but all the time I was thinking how much longer till we leave, my knees were killing me.

[@kimclarke5018]

Garrett, I’m Canadian it’s considered disrespectful not to take off your shoes. Even after thirty years here I still automatically take off my shoes. Kinda of think it’s a gene at this point. Love 💗the tips once again

[@what1dreamt]

My neighbor has the scent overload, I stopped by there one day to give her some fresh eggs, and I almost gagged on the smells, we chatted for a few minutes, all the while trying to get back outside to the porch. When I finally made it to car, my hubby wrinkled his nose and asked, "did she spray you with perfume?" We had to roll down the windows so the scents would leave. Ha ha

[@alejandroespinosa7085]

i love how Garret does give realistic solutions to desing specially when we talk about hosting people or house parties, using your dinner chairs to seat you guest at the living room is so relatable and functional, most people will only limit to tell you to consider the number of seating for every guest, but cmon those "fancy" massive AD living rooms with huge couches look so ugly and end up having a really unpersonal lobbby vibe. I don't care how much you love to throw partys at home im quite sure that having 5+ couches at the living room aint something pretty to see every day.

[@Megforest1]

Me, calculating how big my coffee table needs to be to fit all this stuff 😂😅

[@luluesparza7360]

Thank you for mentioning to take care with scents when there are pets in the house.❤

[@mercedestorres5945]

Hi Garrett. Love your videos in the midst of aftermath of hurricane Fiona. It has been 8 days without power or water here in PuertoRico ( relying on generator). Your videos bring joy thank you for being so thoughtful and respectful with your subscribers!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Our thoughts and prayers are with you! It’s just horrible that this is happening to Puerto Rico again. I’m so sorry you and the people of Puerto Rico are suffering more. I’m glad you are are enjoying the videos and they bring you joy, and thank you for even finding the time to watch right now with what you are going through. I’m touched.

[@VolcanoGroupie]

Am sending positive thoughts your way, Mercedes.

[@paulineacosta8409]

Follower from Puerto Rico here too. Just got power yesterday. Love how informative this channel is - no matter your style. 🇵🇷

[@GarrettLeChic]

@@paulineacosta8409 🙏🙏🙏

[@TheYika1]

My prayers are with you and everyone affected my this catastrophe 🙏🙏🙏

[@Ariesmary3387]

Garrett...Love your videos for all the design advice, but then you throw in your love of animals that's just a win-win-win in my book. It really makes you one of my top creators and I get so happy when your videos come out.🥰

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much Mary! I'm so glad you have been with us since the beginning. Always great to hear from you! :

[@kellystanton7378]

OMG Garrett, great video, and so helpful. My only gripe is that it's too short! Like you could have elaborated for 40 minutes on this, as well as other rooms in the house. Please make more like this, love!

[@jackpowers3645]

Great tips as always! To go along with scent, I think temperature is always important. You mention older guests, and they won’t be at all comfortable if a house is only 65 degrees in the winter. And nothing is worse than a dank and tepid house in the summer because the owners “don’t like” air conditioning. It should be on for the guests, imo.

[@EvelynM-vlogs]

My husband is as sensitive to scents (maybe more so) as you are. Other than the opening of windows to let the fresh air in, what we will do - on occasion if we have guests over - is just cut a few lavender sprigs and place in very small vases. One in the bathroom they will use and one in the bedroom they will use if they are spending the night. Lavender grows well in pots so a plant can be kept on the deck if a person does not have a garden.

[@aleksandra...]

​@@robinbirdj743 +1 against lavaner. It's instant headache for me. Am I a moth? Lol. (and I can tolerate _most_ of incense sticks, and perfumes. Not cleaning solutions tho.)

[@lisapanger9460]

Besides good housekeeping, a spritz of fabreeze in the shoe closet, no stinky dish towels, a clean fridge, and no overt pet odors like a litter box will keep the house fresh.

[@harrietruffy5205]

thank you for the shout out for lesser known artists!!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Absolutely Harriet! Please take a moment to support the channel, and join our very valued subscriber family. ✨✨✨

[@NoseyFloridaGirl]

Cornelius’s yawn😂 perfectly timed

[@beckymurphy3603]

Thank you for saying that having some family photos out in your home is interesting and inviting. It’s more important that your home reflect you than for it to look like a generic model home. I enjoy photography and have several photos of our travels on the walls….guests are always interested in them. I agree that your home should be comfortable for your pets too…it’s their home too!

[@dfab2486]

Garrett!!! Another video with practical advice! Ty! How about when there is NO room on a coffee table for a coffee cup… or anything because it covered in “fake” staging??? Ugh

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed. Please take a moment if you haven't already to support the channel, and join our very valued subscriber family. I would not like that type of styling.

[@sharonthompson5715]

I am currently on a pillow moratorium! I don’t know why I need all the pillows but it’s definitely an issue!

[@a24-45]

i'd like to add to the list, so many living rooms I see online that discriminate against older guests. Younger viewers of Garret's age who are fit and fully able bodied may not realise how many older people have lingering injuries, e.g. knee and ankle and back problems, which may not be apparent. these invisible problems can make it hard for them to lower themselves onto a low sofa, and even harder or painful for them to get themselves out of it -- especially if the sofa has no arm rests. If your older guests make a beeline for the kitchen/dining table to sit down, it is usually a sign! Unless you are never going to socialise with anyone over 50 ( e.g. no parents, aunties, uncles grandparents etc visiting ever), every lounge room should always have at least one if not 2 chairs that are easy to get in and out of,( i.e. the seat is medium height and has arms); what is known as "a comfortable armchair." The seat should be short ,not long ( as older people have shorter legs generally) and should be properly padded, not hard. A sofa will never do, regardless of how expensive it is, as it will only have one armrest next to the guest for them to lean on(if any!) and will be too squishy and low to get out of- or even too awkward to lean forward to reach their cup of coffee. Older persons should never be offered the sofa to sit on. There should always be another option - a firm padded arm chair of reasonable seat height. It's dead easy to find really stylish ones; and your older guests will no longer dread having to sit in your loungeroom!

[@gurubhaikhalsa9337]

Thank you for the perfect guidelines for the older folks and others who have issues! Never would have known so many details 👍

[@meridethhendry5733]

Hi Garrett, I’m with you on smells in a space. I always feel like if a home smells strongly of some type of “perfume “ that the people are trying to cover up something unappealing. The same with someone who wears an over abundance of perfume or after shave. Just take a shower! Or cleanup what ever it is you’re trying to mask.

[@SharonAnnMenefee]

Fragrance departments in stores make me sick. I hold my breath when passing through.

[@ImSimplyAHuman]

I love all the smells but I try to be mindful when guests are coming over. I know some people hate fragrances but I love a good Christmas tree candle and incense that smells like they health food store 😆

[@DanceAlongGal]

I really appreciate how inclusive you are to the older guests in the home from reminders of how a low sofa or high bar stools can be difficult to get in and out of for this population. I just discovered your channel and this video is so on point with each design mistake and makes me laugh too. I absolutely love your style, the substance and CORNELIUS!! 🐾

[@denver1865]

Cornelius ought to be Charles III for Halloween!! LOL. He's 10 x cuter.

[@randie5436]

Cornelius is great!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Agreed!!!

[@mredfx]

Thanks for being , "On Point". Common sense is not so common nowadays,

[@colleenbrown3366]

Your practicality combined with style is wonderful

[@GarrettLeChic]

🤗🤗🤗

[@sadcap]

I will say - It's definitely weird as a guest to navigate an overdressed coffee table. I still have to put this coffee down somewhere!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Nothing including a coffee table should be overdressed. You can still dress a coffee table appropriately so that guests who wish a cup of coffee to be served in a formal living room will have room to place it.

[@reneweiler8929]

You are the first decorator that decorates a home so the majority of families can actually live in…and your suggestions are wonderful…like not using a million pillows on sofas and beds etc…

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! I try to create a wide variety of content for all styles and budgets. 😊😊😊

[@peek-a-boo7877]

There is an antique hall tree when you walk in the door with a folding seat. It used to be standard in homes to have a coat closet in the entryway. Why did they stop this in modern homes?

[@celeste8360]

Having a bench in the entryway so ppl can remove their shoes is so important! I don't mind removing my shoes but if I'm wearing high tops or boots I need to sit down to remove them!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Sounds great Celeste! Thanks for sharing. Please take a moment to support the channel, and join our very valued subscriber family. :)

[@Vinsue96]

I always feel awkward when I go to someone’s home and it feels like I am walking into a “Home Builders Model Home”, including the Apple Pie Yankee Candle burning in the kitchen.😂

[@GarrettLeChic]

So true!

[@Vinsue96]

@@GarrettLeChic Right huh 🤣. Garrett stay safe with that unwanted house guest Ian coming. 🙏🏻

[@GarrettLeChic]

@@Vinsue96 Scary but we live on the west coast of the US so not a threat to us.

[@Vinsue96]

@@GarrettLeChic SO COOL!!! I thought u were in Florida. Glad u r on the West Coast with all of us 😊!

[@sahanadas2845]

Hi. I'm from Bangalore, India. Ive been following your videos for over a year now and I think they are fantastic.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Awesome, thank you! I appreciate your support. It means a great deal. Please consider subscribing to the channel if you haven't already. We would love to have you as part of our very valued subscriber family. :)

[@vickiecoles8214]

Is it bad I don't go to other peoples' homes?? I just like having my home the way I like it and not fussed with, or worse, judged. I prefer meeting people for lunch or dinner. Then come home to my sanctuary.

[@margehayes9096]

OMG! Cornelius!!

[@sherylnikpoor8490]

I just love this video. I work from home, students for ESL classes and the entryway is so important! I spent a lot of time getting it right, as I found it really effects how they perform in class, and how they bond with me. I am so happy when one of my students comments on the entryway, they usually tell me that they feel so comfortable in my home because it has so much positive energy. I have designed our home for comfort, for us, our pets, and for any guests, students who come over. Space, scent and energy are so important. Love Cornelius, he's so cute.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much!🐶🐶🐶

[@happyflower251]

Thank you for the helpful tips. They are practical, wise, and make a difference. I love seeing you laugh and love seeing the dogs even more.

[@GarrettLeChic]

You are so welcome!

[@rosejohnson973]

As always excellent tips. I love artwork and when I travel I purchase local art instead of those kitschy souvenirs. Re the entryway, when designing my home that was one of the things I made sure to have - is a foyer and not just walk right into a room. On my walls by the stairs are all my family portraits which I love. You have a wonderful sense of humor and I see how much your channel has grown so congratulations!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much Rose! I appreciate you support. We want this year to be big. Every subscriber counts to us. :)

[@evelynmaltez571]

I love that you let us see one of your babies in every video. 😊😊

[@GarrettLeChic]

Well I truly care about you all, and want share my knowledge to help people. :)

[@sothearyouk373]

Garrett love it that you encourage people to find their own style!

[@GarrettLeChic]

I think it's key!

[@brensearsjohnston4411]

Thank you for being so considerate of older people and those with mobility limitations when talking about seating height. That is so important! One of every five people in the U.S. will be temporarily or permanently disabled at some point in their lives. Also kind to consider how our pets utilize our spaces. You crack me up smooching on your pups! ❤

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much for your thoughtful comment! It’s an important subject. Have a great weekend!

[@JustM2024]

The color of your shirt in this video is one of my favorite colors! And it looks Fantastic on you Garrett!😊😊😊. It's a Manchurian Periot color. Lovely.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much!!

[@shinnam]

Spot on about the over use of fragrances, some people with asthma and allergies can't tolerate them. When I was house hunting, my SO wouldn't go in to look at places if the smells were too strong.

[@virginialangford6257]

No use is the only safe use for folks with allergies. A little peanut butter is still too much peanut butter for a person with allergies.

[@rachaelbruesch6306]

Good morning Beautiful LeChic Fam! My husband & I were once in a House Tour and the host asked us to remove our shoes. We had no problem with this request, but there wasn't a place to sit down or to hang our coats. It's like... Welcome to this beautiful home, just throw your things anywhere. 😱 I get what your saying about too many pillows and I definitely remember a time when we went to a Birthday party, the host had a large sectional with tons of pillows and no one sat on it. Oh well 😅. The struggle is real! Love the great inspiration pics in this video! Until next time, hugs xx

[@ophilianecr]

🤦 A home tour without a place to sit or hang your coat??? Isn't the whole point to make potential buyers _feel like they can live there comfortably??_ Unless you're touring a museum home, there's no way you're going to feel like that house can be your living space!

[@rachaelbruesch6306]

@@ophilianecr That's exactly how we felt! The person showing us the home was the realtor & the owner, so you'd think she would know this. Plus the fact that there were so many personal design/items throughout the house that didn't allow us to see the full potential of the home. Needless to say, we never returned for a second showing. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@TheYika1]

Hi Garrett!! Love love your videos❤️❤️ My husbands family is something else.. we have two adorable dogs, very well behaved by the way.. every time they(husbands family)come visit they complain about them(the adorable dogs)being in the living room with us.. they sniff and say hi very politely(the dogs 😂 )but his family hate that.. and no, they are not allergic to dogs, How do I tell them that it’s my dogs home!! I hate putting them away in the laundry room every time they come! 😠 I get so happy watching your videos, they feel very relatable, I have watched other designers that say things like NO family pictures in your living room, or paint your whole house black.. or only white lights in your Christmas tree.. 😂 Your videos feel like if you were family ❤️❤️ love that for me ❤️❤️❤️

[@GarrettLeChic]

Very sweet comment! Thanks so much.

[@madusonkeeper]

There were welcome mats for awhile that said something about my pets live here you visit...

[@antwinnetteelliott7187]

Thank you for doing a video about furniture ratio! After having to move three times in the past 10 years to 3 different States I have dealt with the difficulty of making furniture that I love work in new spaces. The last move I sized down. What a challenge. I am scent sensitive also. Even walking down the soap and cleaning product aisle in a grocery store. Thank you for discussing it! BTW all of your fury family members are adorable and so well groomed. Many people do not realize the cleaning maintenance required with Cornelius and his skin folds. The folds that make him so adorable. He seems to have quite the personality. Love that you put them on camera. I have an adorable lil Frenchie Girl.

[@GarrettLeChic]

English Bulldogs are certainly a high maintenance breed, but my husband has had them throughout his life and they are so worth the extra effort. All our dogs are so amazing, and we are blessed to have them as part of our family. 🐶🐶🐶

[@antwinnetteelliott7187]

@@GarrettLeChic Any Grandbabies I will have will be canine and I am ok with that!!!! I don't call them the "d" word (dog).

[@necoragha65]

Haha, that was not the dog I was expecting when you called him.

[@stevearnold8467]

Thank you for the comments on bar height stools. I thought I was the only one who didn't like them. Glad I'm not alone. You're spot on with your pillow comments as well.

[@mtnshelby7059]

The collections of collectibles showcased in a brightly lit curio cabinet in the main gathering area is really uncomfortable, at least for me. A few figurines would be one thing, I'm talking about tons of beanie babies, precious moments figurines, Hummel figurines, plastic models, porcelain shoes...that kind of thing seems better suited elsewhere. It's just a weird pink elephant in the room.

[@celestemudrich5798]

Love your advice! Leaving a book open is a great idea. Gotta include the pets! Your advice is genius.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! They are part of the family. I think it would be weird not include them or show views of your home, furniture and decor as a designer on social media😊😊😊.

[@kesterha]

Thank you! Especially that part about those uncomfortable bar chairs, so true! Never liked them, always found them horrible..

[@tatjanafaithmuhamet8233]

I bought the best stools for our island from Wayfair. They raise and lower and have a foot rest. They are metal, and everyone who has sat one them has commented how comfortable they are.

[@courtneylirette7331]

Omg the doggo so handsome tho,, that face 😍..

[@divinetime999]

Awww @8:33 Hi Cornelius 🥰 LOVED the face squishing massage there Garrett 😁 We can get artwork & coffee table books at yard sales or thrift stores. Excessive spending isn't necessary. Wild flowers are free and look just as beautiful as the fresh cut ones from a shop. Whose with me?

[@eileengunning1616]

Homes that are too dim are very off putting. Open the curtains and turn on some lamps, not overhead pot lights.

[@dslack1070]

OMG MORE CORNELIUS!!! I love him.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much Deborah! He is amazing. Please take a moment to support the channel, and join our very valued subscriber family. That way you won’t miss any of the great content we having coming out, and visits by Cornealius and his two brothers. 🐶🐶🐶😊😊

[@jandelricci637]

I LOVE Cornelius !! Your pups are adorable ! Glad you mentioned the scent thing. It can be overwhelming and bring on a headache ! Love all your helpful tips !

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much Jan!

[@marjr2196]

I also hate the low couches. They are just too hard to get up from. I like to keep the coffee table clear though as I need a space to put a tray of refreshments when people come over. There are other places to put decor like the side tables etc.

[@deborahgraham4336]

Great episode. I always enjoy your perspective. However ... as a Canadian if you don't take your shoes off when you come into a home you would be considered rude. Removing shoes/boots, and for at least half of the year, a big poofy winter coat is just considered good manners here in Canada. When I was in college and didn't have a TV (yes, I'm old) I used to have colouring books and a basket of crayons and small puzzles on my coffee table. It gave folks things to do with their hands during visits. Thanks for the advice and give your puppies a pat for me.

[@traceywiseheart6424]

You collect pillows at this point 😂😂😂. Your delivery of sound practical and gorgeous advice is such a treat 😂

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much Tracey!

[@ophilianecr]

I'd like to add to the scent topic by reminding us all that PETS have a much more sensitive sense of smell than we do. 🐈‍⬛🐇🐕 ETA: of course you'd mentioned that!!

[@auggiedoggiesmommy1734]

Garrett, you are a DOLL! Your intro was so cute and funny. But, I’d ALWAYS welcome you and yours as my guests!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Aww that’s so sweet! We might see you one day. Albert hates being the car for even a few minutes. 🐶🐶🐶

[@MinkaSchlossberger4ever]

In Germany, those paper-lamps cost 5-10 Euros....and who would pay more?

[@deniseharrell1591]

I'm looking for classic sunday comics coffee table books! They're whimsical conversation pieces, just for grins!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Great idea!!

[@soniaschenck6233]

Garrett....you are my most favorite interior designer on KZbin! You reassure me that I don't have to follow all the trends that are out there! Looooove your channel

[@GarrettLeChic]

Wow thanks so much Sonia! I appreciate your lovely comment very much. Glad you are enjoying. ✨✨✨

[@witchypoo7353]

For my future home I want my coffee table to have one of my figurines, my little rabbit candy jar & maybe a small rose candle, & definitely a book that I’m reading to my boyfriend Btw, when I light a candle I light one in the house. & after a while I put it out

[@carolefreeman2544]

I’ve only have two pillows on my love seat, yet when my daughter comes over, she always removes them. They are super comfortable and yet she prefers the leather love seat without the pillows. With scents, yes it’s always important to think about sensitivities especially if you have pets or small children. I love Art. The only coffee table books that I have accessible are my art history books. Art on the wall is so important as it expresses who you are and a good conversation piece. Love your videos Garrett, they always make so much sense without prejudice against those who’s tastes are not exactly yours. I would feel so comfortable for you to come into my home…um, not right now though as we are in the middle of renovating 😅, and it smells like fresh paint, maybe later 😉❤️🇨🇦

[@janicemeyers-saltzman3315]

I love Cornelius ❤❤❤😂

[@Bacchusmbt]

Omg. Cornelius! ❤❤❤

[@meganjohnson9540]

Cornelius! So much yes! Also, great design tips. 💕

[@jw6504]

Cornelius is adorable!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Yes, he is an amazing boy. He's so sweet and very smart. :)

[@marthatassi293]

Pets not only need room to walk around and a place that's "theirs", they need a place to get away so they don't get overwhelmed.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Agreed! Thanks for sharing Martha. Please take a moment to support the channel, and join our very valued subscriber family. 🐶🐶🐶😊😊

[@michellekhacherian3699]

I want cornealis to come over when I have guests what a cutie pie! My parent-in-laws were so kind to buy us a really nice large sectional couch so that we can have family members over It wasn't cheap... Unfortunately it's a leather couch that was very comfortable in the shop but is so billowy and you get stuck in between the seats that I never use it except for holidays when I know everybody's probably not very comfortable on it and I cannot afford to get another couch right now! I feel terrible, because I would love to use that space and be comfortable and I want others to be comfortable as well so I like how you speak about thinking of others

[@GarrettLeChic]

Cornealius loves people! Thanks for watching, and sharing! Please take a moment to support the channel if you haven't already, and join our very valued subscriber family. :)

[@loriep3809]

I agree with you on the pillows 😊

[@shadysyxx9926]

Good point about the bar height stools. I'm only 5'2 and it's always so awkward trying to sit down & get up. To me the biggest mistake is having too much clutter around. I find it so stressful to look at it. My eyes can't find a place to stop & rest.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much!

[@nitamccall9289]

Omg…. I was racing around the house incorporating your ideas… pause… pause….pause lol….i love watching older videos it gives me fresh ideas 💡 ❤thanks for sharing!!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Love that! Thanks so much Nita.

[@michellekhacherian3699]

I love love love how you allow us to have our own personal style and what truly makes us happy because we have to live in it! But I love how you are also explaining how to make others feel welcome when they come in Thank you for this This was awesome!!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much Michelle for your lovely comment!

[@michellekhacherian3699]

@@GarrettLeChic ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🙏

[@senizmcmullen484]

Thank you for the art comment, from an artist community. There are plenty of genuine paintings available to purchase in local artist communities, for the similar price point to buying at Home Goods' prints.

[@Nova-lh7yf]

Watching from George South Africa! Just discovered your channel. 2 am in the morning and I am binge watching!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! Welcome to the channel. Please take a moment to support the channel, and join our very valued subscriber family.

[@irishmclass2042]

Triple Chop! 😂 Every time I do it, I think that Garrett will approve! 😅 Cornelius is a big love 💙🐾!

[@annmcgee8960]

Loved this video.Hate rooms that look as if the house owner just bought the whole room display.💚☘️💚

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much!

[@MCD-tl1po]

I just subscribed. You are so charming, stylish, and oh-so-right on your honest, forthright opinions! I love when you invite Albert, Cornelius, and the white one (forgot his name) on the set. In the world of pretentious interior design, you are a breath of fresh air!❤

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you so much!! I’m glad you are enjoying. Welcome to the channel.🐕🐕🐕