Stop Taking This Design Advice Part 2

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Welcome to the channel, I'm Garrett! I am formally educated with a degree in interior design. My husband and I are also real estate investors. Our videos cover many styles (not just my own), and everything from ultra luxury to the budget friendly design. We want you to have a good time watching our videos while learning a great deal of useful, and practical information.
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[@Donna-vh5ym]

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that you show "real" examples. Thank you Garrett..❤❤❤ edit: I'm always watching you and so wish I would have found your channel before I started putting my home together, but I'm learning the "RIGHT" way now thanks to you.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks! I’m m glad you are enjoying our videos. 😊😊😊

[@mermaidswhimsy8601]

Absolutely and you really have thought through each space, and it gives me so many ideas!

[@saritreem8983]

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[@mrsmarebear2]

I love your detailed explanation for things. I often feel that others on social media base their advice strictly on trends or what the masses are saying. You actually provide educational and technical reason for things. I really love and appreciate your videos! ❤

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you Mary! I think you always need to know why the rules are, so that you can break them, but still have your space work!

[@sarahjanke9945]

Agreed!

[@michellelord153]

So true! Most are just a commercial.

[@chris.pearson]

Thank you for finally calling out the “don’t buy the set” myth! The advice you gave on the bedroom nightstands and dresser needs to spoken about more by others. Not everyone has the time to curate each individual piece over years. Sometimes you want a place to put your underwear... today. Again Great Advice.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you Chris! I'm glad you enjoyed it, I love to call it like I see it, even if i'm the only one😂

[@briangallentine3810]

Totally agree with your rationale on "sets". Thank you!

[@jindejak93]

I agree that modern "matchy matchy" sets are 🤢. That said I have a set that is from the late 1940's early 50's and was my father's when he was a kid. Between taken care of and being well made it still looks newish but is classic enough to use in any room as storage (my father used the tall dresser to store his cd's, stored the headboard/frame because his queen didn't fit, his bedroom had the short dresser, mirror and nightstand) I use most pieces in my bedroom but the mirror is in my living room (headboard is stored for the same reason as dad). Imo classic/vintage sets are art and look great either alone or together. Lol

[@tzelladelta]

Hey Garrett! love that you always mention budgets. All the other youtubers compare photos from tiny apartments with bad lighting to million dollar houses when they talk about drapes or lights. Like they're saying Ya poor to our faces. Thank you for being the best!

[@jandelricci637]

That’s an important distinction ! “ Measuring the space” to see if furniture will fit. Just because something WILL fit, doesn’t mean you SHOULD necessarily fit it in that space ! Great advice ! Love this video, I’m a new subscriber !

[@GarrettLeChic]

Welcome to the channel Jan! You know I could not agree more!

[@elisaostuzzi9707]

you are killing it: the outfit, the content, the depth, the passion.. I am so happy seeing your subscribers go up. I will be waiting for a curtain video! 🤗 from italy

[@lizhoward9754]

Once again, Garrett hit it out of the ball park with all this incredible advice. I love how you accept everyone’s style and taste but offer suggestions on the best way to work with what you have.

[@theschnauz2138]

Just a little advice when hemming curtains: press and hang the curtains. Pin (just a couple of pins) each panel. It’s important to pin each panel because sometimes your walls are not even and lengths will vary from panel to panel. Then measure further with each individual measurement. Sometimes just a small difference can add up and the some of your panels will end up too short or too long.

[@cedarinthecity3358]

I loooove your decor advice!!! You make decorating less scary and more fun by giving us very practical advice. Thank you!! 💙💙

[@GarrettLeChic]

Yay! Thank you!

[@sallylee4924]

This is such an informative video. I really like how you break down these rules and point out all the rationale and nuances behind them. I also find the photos you've chosen to be really effective visual aids for what you are talking about.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you Sally! I love teaching you the rules but you have to know why they are, so that you can break them!

[@wcouch8]

I used your advice to hang art at the same measurement from ceiling around the room and it really looks great. TY :-)

[@shannonengelken4629]

Does that mean that the top of the artwork should all be at the same height? Thank you so much!

[@wcouch8]

@@shannonengelken4629 he had a great video with a visual. Yes the top of the art all at the same height around the room. Made the eye move around the room in a nice way. Wish I could post a pic.

[@shannonengelken4629]

Thank you! I will watch it!🌸

[@GarrettLeChic]

You're welcome! I'm so happy to hear you liked that tip!

[@JM-vj2sx]

@@GarrettLeChic which video is that? I’ve been looking for info on this!

[@aelyu123]

Your set tips reassured me! As a recent college grad, I did exactly that: matching nightstands and dresser with a different bed. All those tips to not get the set had me stressing!!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

YAS! Sounds like you make great design choices, just go with your gut!

[@pumibel1720]

Yeah, I hate that "tip". I get it, but I have an antique set, and no way am I breaking it up!

[@pathill2198]

@@pumibel1720 Me too, but I have a different bed. Now I am looking to move the tall "secretary" dresser out of the bedroom, I already removed the tall mirror over the chest of drawers. Thanks Garrett!

[@francourter6972]

Please do a whole video about window treatments! Much needed.

[@gailbaumann8262]

Those little gold cane chairs are everything

[@rowanesam7965]

Bravo 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 As an interior designer, I really appreciate this video.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you so much Rowan!

[@wcouch8]

Good timing, I recently had my condo painted and am updating my drapes and how they are hung. I was looking at several thousand dollars and love a more affordable option for a retiree with limited income.

[@CherylMacKay11f]

Wow! Seriously!! Best design advice! This guy is the best! Love your outfit!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much for watching and subscribing! I’m glad you are enjoying our videos. 😀😀😀

[@karenokeane6461]

Watching your videos is like taking a Master Class. Am thrilled and grateful to have stumbled on these WONDERFUL TUTORIALS.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much Karen! I’m glad you are enjoying our videos. There are about 50 on the channel for you to peruse and much more to come. It’s great to have you as a very valued member of our subscriber family. Happy Holidays! 🎄🎄🎄

[@veronxska]

legit design experts like you deserve more subs! i love your channel

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks for watching and subscribing! We are still pretty new and getting bigger everyday. It will take some time but I know our channel will be a huge success. We have a lot in the works. Our goal is to provide quality content on a consistent basis. We value every subscriber and their time. 😀😀😀

[@achylliesthewarrior]

I really love your videos on design! You are so thorough and make this all so easy to understand. I also really like that you mention sustainability and excess plastic waste when you're giving advice. I feel like so many KZbinrs overlook this. In terms of smaller windows that don't really reach far down the wall, would those still look alright with floor length curtains? I live in the UK and it's common to have smaller windows and I'm afraid they'd be dwarfed or end up looking silly with really dramatic drapes. Thank you for making such great content!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you for asking! Thats of course difficult to answer without seeing the window, but if full length curtains don't feel right to you a roman blind is another great option that you could use to create height!

[@brendamatthews4435]

I sewed custom made drapes from the time I was 16 until 22 for interior decorators in their workroom - partially paying for my university education. I can make anything, from bedspreads to lampshades, roman shades, Austrian shades, any type of window treatment or cloth décor. But I buy the thick rod to go across the ceiling and buy the quality fabric narrow panels with the large rivets. Cheap. I do hem them just off the floor; I hate them dragging, too. When I pull them across, they are flat. I'm not doing 2.5 to 3x the width - it's not worth the cost, plus the panels are too thick stacked on the sides - still producing the effect of drawing the eye up. Then again, my décor reflects my ocean views - beachy, slightly industrial. I'd rather spend the money on art.

[@lsamoa]

I've definitely made the mistake (more than once) in previous homes of fitting in furniture but forgetting about clearance. Like not leaving enough space to pull back chairs around the table and forcing people to squeeze through, or blocking access to a window by having a sofa be totally across the way haha. I think I've finally learned my lesson now.

[@PEARLPediatricTherapyPLLC]

Yes, I loved your reminders for clearance and floating furniture.

[@rcelestefelix9299]

Wow, you sure know your stuff! It would be nice if we renters had the freedom to decorate with abandon like you do. One day I hope you will do a video for renters who can't paint walls or customize with window treatments or wood floor panels, etc. Sigh, you are so inspiring, but that frustrates a wannabe decorator like me. Thank you for being so giving. 'Awaiting your next video with mixed emotions. LOL

[@GarrettLeChic]

An amazing idea! I will totally do a decorating for renters video!

[@ZentCandles]

The best of interior design I have seen. Love your videos. You DO deserve more subscribers...

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you! 😊

[@reginaanderson9379]

Hahahaha! Love the oversized sofa pics! ❤️ You, appreciate your advice!

[@suzyjohnson2974]

So much information! I love that you’re formally trained and not just parroting what other KZbin “designers” say. You’re really good at explaining the rules! I’m a formally trained sommelier and worked in the wine industry for nearly 25 years. It’s so cringy for me to watch people who are professional hairstylists (or whatever) decide they’re going to do wine tastings on their show. Omg please stop 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you so much Suzy! I know what I know, but I also know what I don't know and I like to stay in my lane before I embarrass myself too much!😂

[@amberotton6194]

Love how informative you are all the time. Youre so specific, give accurate examples or real homes and give nuanced explanations. It is so helpful. I love how you're informative and not based on your own tastes (my tastes are so different to yours personally, but everything you have said i have applied to my own home). Thank you!!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you so much Amber! The basic principles of design transcend style! I'm so glad you agree!

[@cindyhumphrey3065]

You’re amazing. My favorite designer.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much Cindy! I’m so glad you are with us on the journey to create the premier interior design channel on social media. 😊😊😊

[@eltinand1321]

Another great video Garrett!! I am so glad I found your channel.

[@nanfrostsfashionfocusstyle6250]

I was looking at the Ballard catalog at drapery when you mentioned Ballard. Good to know you recommend them too.

[@tinasuedendy4380]

Thank you for continuing to share excellent design advice, Garrett. You are so good at highlighting how nuanced interior design should be.

[@Luckyraindrops]

I’ve seen other interior design videos, and I must say your aesthetic matches mine. I know design is subjective. I like how you teach people to arrange what they love. I even have a piano and some furniture like yours. I’m glad I found you because if I were to watch other videos who are into solely modern and focusing just on trends, they almost compel me to change everything which I don’t want to do because I love the stuff I bought over time. I believe in updating, but not changing everything. I’ve just given you a thumbs up!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Welcome to the channel! It's great to have you as part of our very valued subscriber family! I'm glad you are enjoying our content. I don't push my own style and we cover many different interior design and decor styles and ideas, and not just what's trending on social media that week.

[@tcbaskerville]

Watching this vid again Garrett. You’re AWESOME ‼️‼️

[@Katy63100]

Love the video! Again it’s so nice to watch someone who actually knows what they are talking about instead of all the wannabes... I live in Australia and most people don’t do curtains here but blinds... horrible plastic white roll down blinds... I decided on practical but still do fabric with Roman blinds... it have the cozy effect because of the material but remains within what average Australian will like whenever we want to sell...keep going, love your channel!

[@KizetteandTotoro]

So… let’s do a marathon ! I enjoy your videos so much. I thought I knew a thing or two about deco… well… Tons to learn, it seems. Thank you for all your wonderful ideas.

[@numinousniharika]

First video that I’m watching of yours and there’s so much that I love! Two minutes in and I already know a few things I didn’t know before. Thank you for sharing what you know.

[@coppergryphon7787]

Some of my furniture, mostly wooden, I'm planning on making myself to really put myself into the room. Loving all the ideas I'm getting from you 💖

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much!

[@susanchristie9322]

Another great class, Professor Garrett! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and expertise!

[@GarrettLeChic]

You know its always my pleasure!

[@610jenn]

I love your channel and your advice. 💙

[@DanielleTheDomesticScientist]

Thanks for the shout out! You are so sweet. 🥰😍🥰😍🥰 I was so caught off guard. ☺️

[@GarrettLeChic]

You are so welcome, I love your channel and I want to see it grow!

[@VvpandoravV]

Another way to get the “custom” drapery look w ready made is to buy 2 sets & sew/hem tape (depending on how heavy the fabric is) 2 panels together lengthwise before hanging instead of having someone else do it. It’s pretty easy if you’re a decent straight sew-er. Also, as he advised - don’t skimp on the rod! If your budget is REALLY tight you can even do this w good quality Walmart curtains & you’ll get that spectacular looking fullness custom draperies come standard with and the seam can be hidden within the folds once hung. Excellent advice & new sub! Thanks! - An ex-drapery coordinator/designer & installer that grew up in the biz 😁

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you for some more great tips!

[@miriamm.8313]

Regardless if people agree or disagree- there's always something to learn.👍🏽👍🏽👏🏼👏🏼 Thank u for sharing your views and experience.

[@frosiaburlakova7732]

Scale is so important! My son bought a Christmas tree for his first Christmas in a new house, and the tree took up half the sitting room. It looked much smaller at the tree farm in the open field. Lol.

[@pumibel1720]

More great advice as usual. I do prefer the look of floor length curtains, but in the living room we don't want them that long because a certain feline won't let us have nice things. I actually used a couch in front of one window and an ottoman chest under the other to hide that space between the 63" curtains (omg monsters live here) and the floor. It please her feline majesty too.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Her feline majesty meets great design! I love it!

[@emiliaumana272]

Hi! Thanks for the video! Although your style is completely different from mine I think it's super useful to have other points of view to what we who are not designers get lectured on all the time. I also think your traditional style is not common to find now and I appreciate that so much!

[@rachaelbruesch6306]

Garrett that room with the Sapphire blue (velvet?) drapes is a beautiful room, so gorgeous!

[@johnpinion8033]

@19:46 I LOVE your living room with the grey walls and matching green sofas! Best room in your house!

[@sarahgaines8027]

I love how I have a different style than you, but I still learn so much about design!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you Sarah! Style is individual but design is universal! I love that I can share tips that work for everyone!

[@victoriagilarranz6804]

My cats think the drapes are a jungle gym. I just make sure when I hang them I use heavy duty wall anchors, and I always choose durable textiles that hide the inevitable snags well.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much for sharing Victoria! Please take a moment to support the channel if you haven’t already, and join our very valued subscriber family. 😊

[@jvw8575]

You explain things so well. I learn something new every time. Thank you

[@Nihilistictendencies1]

You crack me up... So funny . artist here with a highly sensitive eye for color, texture, form and style on a school teacher's budget. The struggle is real. Thank you for the budgeting tips.

[@barbaracollins5605]

New sub. Gonna re design my apt. Now. Fun. Haha Your facial expressions and titles are fun!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Yay! Thank you! Welcome to the channel Barbara. It's great to have you as part of our very valued subscriber channel. :)

[@lauramitchell6876]

This was so interesting and informative my love for interior has become an obsession 😊found your Channel recently love how you give credit to all styles and. It just focus on what’s got ,very classy .greetings from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 xx

[@928007100]

Thank you thank you thank you! Nice attire!

[@ercokatty]

Just found you! Such great advice! 😉 I don’t like the “pooling” of curtains. I don’t think they belong on the floor.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Welcome to the channel!

[@krisscrowdis1747]

I love your style. Dark wood, traditional and gold is my style too.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much!😀😀😀

[@auuddiiiii]

I LOVE your videos, Garrett. I always learn so much!!! 🥰

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you like them!

[@CubanCurlzz]

Always such great advice and explanations! Loved this video! Love you and your channel! YOU are the real thing!! Told ya before...you are going to be a big deal! 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@GarrettLeChic]

You're the best! You know I LOVE all your support!💁🏻‍♂️

[@TheSantrach]

Yes love honeycomb blinds!!! I love the diffuse light 🙌. Also love the woven or bamboo roller blinds that you can link to an Alexa device

[@GarrettLeChic]

Come through with the smart home features! Love that!

[@annahart69]

A way to make completely missmatched furniture work (all types of wood/wood finnish or styles) is to paint a few of the pieces black or white. It can "calm" a space. I find it doesnt work as well to paint them in a "color" -even if it is a color already in the space, as it will often just "expose" that you are trying to "hide the missmatch"😉 Also its very important to do do a good job of painting the furniture to "blend" them in to the space seamlessly (if that is what you want it to do🙂)👍🏼 Ps I am enjoying your videos alot! Greetings🇩🇰

[@GarrettLeChic]

Of course! Thanks again for subscribing. 😊😊😊

[@anonz975]

Excellent video! Thank you for sharing your in depth knowledge on these topics. Love the more laid back and relaxing narration style. :)

[@GarrettLeChic]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@GlamourEllen]

Hello Garrett I’ve been watching you for awhile in my screen I love your tutorials . This is my first time I make a comment I was actually at my kitchen eating while I’m watching your video and it makes me happy that you featured a friend of mine Danielle the Domestic Scientist. She’s a great creator and I love her style we have upcoming collab together. So happy for her. I agree with what you said about the curtain mine I used a ring but I didn’t it show the clip when I hang it. Curtain is expensive that is why I will never change curtain all the time as a decorator.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you for commenting Ellen! Danielle is the best! Im hoping her channel blows up! Your's too! I just Subscribed and can't wait to see your collab!

[@arizatan]

I loved this video! I just subscribed! We just bought a house in Japan and I'm having trouble planning since there are things we just can't do here. The curtain heights and rods are pretty standardized and we can't put it any higher since there are no studs in the walls to support it according to the builder. They only allow for the curtains to go over the windows. 😢

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! Welcome to the channel Ariza. It's great having you as part of our very valued subscriber family! Different jurisdictions have varied laws and ordinances that must be followed, and different building methods that might not be appropriate for everything we might want to do. I would definitely follow the advice of licensed professionals in your area like the builder. I'm sorry to hear about your windows, but I'm sure they will look nice, and you don't want to be in any sort of legal violation, or do something that isn't safe or appropriate because of the construction of your home as well.

[@perveenebrahim7037]

So glad I found you!! I have made quite a few mistakes , hopefully following your advice will be able to do something to correct them.. You are too good!! Wish I could take your help with my home😃

[@coolpersonlolollloll3540]

Thank you for the video

[@Kvander3]

Yessss Garrett!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻 you are fabulous and so knowledgeable!! Love your content!

[@renafielding945]

My curtains/drapes are thermal self defense. There are huge windows in my house and thermal curtains really are helpful keeping the outdoors outdoors. But I tried the ones that are 80+ inches long and it seemed to trap all kinds of stuff like pet hair, wadded up leenex, toys, bones.

[@silveranderson2174]

I always just love the knowledge you share with us. Thank you so much again for your generousity.

[@mermaidswhimsy8601]

Garrett you are so funny! And very smart. I like the two sofas facing each other maybe with the fireplace at the side of them so it looks like a cozy place to sit and chat. I like your gold cane chairs, they add a bit of flair and fun! I have a blue thing too. I know you are setting trends with your style! Ces't La Vie!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much!🐰🐰

[@signecadwallader2158]

Thank you so much. Another great video.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much!

[@shadowling1478]

One of the best things we did in our victorian home is to buy a coffee table for the modern addition that pretty my exactly matches the oak trim in the rest of the house. having a hundred year old coffee table crafted to a similar level as the rest of the home makes it feel less like an after thought.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Now thats what I call flow! Love it!

[@DanielleTheDomesticScientist]

Curtain talk. I have my notebook and I am ready to learn. Cause you saw what happened to me last week 😃

[@mariatrotter6889]

I absolutely love blue too. I have a very curated home . Many pieces of Asia . My sofa is blue with elegant classic vintage classic pieces 😘

[@lisapanger9460]

On your first shopping trip out, DONT BRING YOUR CREDIT CARD! Instead bring a notepad and measuring tape

[@BayouDreamz]

Studied both architecture and interior design (I no longer work in the field). My big challenge is designing for *myself*. In the process of building a forever house. They are clearing the lot now and I feel like every finish selection I made is wrong (although wildly confident when I picked them)....LOL. Now, extend that with the interior design. I have gone back and forth 100 times over layout, fabrics, styles, etc..... Wine helps, and so do your darling videos. :)

[@hollypaddock105]

I understand how you feel! I am remodeling my kitchen. I am just trying to push forward and trust myself. I know that I have agonized over every decision already!

[@GarrettLeChic]

When you have as much exposer to design as we do its always had to make selections, not because they will look bad, but I just want to make sure thats what I really love not just what is trendy at the moment, because even I get hung up on trends I like!😂

[@MM-oy1uq]

Hi Garrett! You too good! The information/ design advice is invaluable! Your videos are like mini design sessions-courses!

[@coolpersonlolollloll3540]

How would you style a bathroom with shower curtains? And where do you suggest buying shower curtains from? Please help me😂

[@GarrettLeChic]

I don't love shower curtains, but I can handle a fabric curtain, my issue is usually the height, I don't find that you can raise the shower curtain without having one custom made, or you can use an extra wide window curtain, just be sure the fabric is washable!

[@coolpersonlolollloll3540]

@@GarrettLeChic Thanks for you time on replying back to me! I don’t like the glass door for the shower its to much cleaning and I have two kids and two dogs.

[@lucieudem]

If you use a liner, you can use regular curtain also :)

[@GarrettLeChic]

@@lucieudem a great point! It’s hard to find one that is extra long allowing you to raise the height of the curtain but with some digging on Amazon I think you can find one!

[@dr.rosilynovertoncfpmrfc5911]

It wonderful to learn principles that help me do a great job on my personal space. I appreciate that you enjoy blue and white and mahogany --- so many of the so called designers on KZbin are only interested in contemporary furniture, so your videos are particularly relevant to me. Thank you. I have now subscribed so I can continue to watch and learn.

[@GarrettLeChic]

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

[@kathybalcom5933]

You are fab! Not sure how you popped up in my feed, but I feel a binge is going to happen.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Welcome to the channel! I’m glad you are enjoying and much more to come😀

[@kathybalcom5933]

@@GarrettLeChic Just in time as we begin to expand our Cape Cod cottage. Loved what you said about theme. I can't stand those deliberate starfish nailed to a wall. I know I will learn many tips from you.

[@christinafordhomedesignlif8847]

Thank you Garrett so much for this video I absolutely loved it and thank you so much for the tips on the curtains!!!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Any time!😉

[@janicerivera5570]

I am so glad I found this channel! It's full of knowledgeable advice.

[@charlenesayo1152]

Thank you so much for your videos! I watched part 1 many, many, many times as I'm searching for new furniture and art for my very small living room. I totally took into account furniture volume AND hanging art as part of the architecture--I'm just under 5 feet so this piece of advice changed the way I thought about hanging art. Anyway, some my new furniture is arriving today(!), I just want to thank you for the videos and the plethora of interior design education and humor! I'll definitely be applying your advice as I look for a new couch :)

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you Charlene! Hearing this makes what I do so worth while! I'm so excited for your new furniture! Congratulations!

[@sylviae6259]

Love the detail you go into!

[@USamira]

Watched your video for the first time. Loved your detailed advice. Count me in Subscribed and liked the vid . So I'M CURTAIN/DRAPE HANDICAPPED!!! You cracked me up as soon as I was typing this you mentioned CATS. I have cats and I have shelves around my walls 😬. (The bottom of the curtains are not an issue my cats won't bother them) it's the fact that I can't put them all the way to the top because of the cat highway Jackson Galaxy recommended!!! Oh the hardships of pet parenting... Hey can you do a segment for pet parents? With beautiful different pet furniture or ideas from around the world? Frankly everything here in the USA is so boring clunky and repetitive and so unfashionable. XOXOXO

[@GarrettLeChic]

Welcome the channel! It's great to have you as part of our very valued subscriber family. Thanks for the suggestion, and we will give it consideration for a future video. :)

[@carolnewman8590]

Thank you!!!

[@ShantiSpinner]

I feel like you’re unknowingly holding my hand through my current remodel project and I can’t express how grateful I am that you are sharing your knowledge in a way that is so specific. Your explanation of “rules” and concepts are like the glue I’ve need to put all the pieces together that other designers have just left dangling. When my new home is cohesive, functional, and classy AF, it’ll be because of your advice. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Thank you!! (And yes please for a curtain video).

[@GarrettLeChic]

That's the goal! I always want you to leave my videos feeling like you have a clearer vision, design is hard and confusing enough so I love hearing I helped you!

[@amyann47]

I think we are going to get shutters when we move, my cats will fully scale/claw up the drapes. They are wild lol.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Sounds like a great plan! I would consider doing the same.:)

[@fancycat]

Thank you for a very informative video. My curtains pool on the floor and you are correct it is a dust bunny collector 😒

[@Kaththee]

This guy is teaching universal principles that would help anyone. He doesn't have a style agenda or bias based on only what he happens to admire. This is rare in any decorator even those at very top tend with Master Class lectures. They just explain how to get their particular look. He is going to the basics and teaching what would work for anyone with any style. I wish he lived nearby I would hire him to do my basement. I wanted to say on custom curtains which I swear by. I have never bought ready made or even semi -custom for our houses (yes for apartments) even when we were younger and on a budget. I would go to a local fabric shop and asked for recommendations of seamstresses that are good but affordable and I always got great results at very affordable rates. Also I have seen ready made look like custom if they are professionally installed. Good installation is everything on curtains. I have a very good seamstress and she hangs my curtains and she will make so many tiny adjustments till they are perfect. I have watched her a thousand times and I think I could do a pretty good job but I still don't DIY my installations.

[@loserplanet]

I LOVE honeycomb blinds. They give privacy but also allow natural light in. Can pair blackout curtains on top. I order mine custom from Amazon.

[@tcbaskerville]

Yes, Danielle is wonderful!! I love your channel also; two Greats!!

[@kristysantiques14]

I know the kiss the floor rule but the ones in my dining room lay on the floor just a bit and visually I love it. 🤷‍♀️🤣

[@DanielleTheDomesticScientist]

I like mine at the midpoint of the baseboard so I can comfortably sweep or vacuum under them

[@barbaraswartzlander151]

Love your advice, could you comment on hanging curtains on a window with a soffit?

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks Barbara! Soffits are a bit tricky. I'd have to actually see it to give my opinion. There are different ways soffits present themselves in a home, so there is no one size fits all answer. I might be offering a virtual service later this year on limited basis for people who want to book an individual decorating consultation. :)

[@moniquemorningstar8087]

I am in the process of renovating a new apartment and I have a small problem. (In the attic - so I have a lot of sloping ceilings) I have a triangular window in my bedroom. It is quite small and I must cover it with something because I have too close to my neighbors. Only the curtains usually won't stick. They'll be falling down, because there is a sloping ceiling above them :D do you have any idea what to do with it? sorry to ask you again, but you seem to be one of the smartest people in yt :)

[@GarrettLeChic]

Hi Monique! I'm sorry but without seeing the space I don't feel comfortable giving my opinion. I might be offering a service later this year virtually for people that want an interior decorating consultation to discuss their particular situation. Here is a video the I made last year on hanging curtains, and hope it helps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZCtqH2JmcieZtE

[@kimberlybrower925]

One piece of window advice that EVERYONE gives that should have a caveat is to hang your curtains wide. I followed this advice in my daughter's bedroom and it was a mistake. The window in her bedroom was large relative to the room size. Making the window look larger when it was already pretty large actually made her room look smaller.

[@GarrettLeChic]

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[@fatimao9988]

Love to go back to your older videos and watch them over and over again... Always great advices 👍

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! I’m glad you enjoy them. I truly appreciate your support Fatima!😊😊😊

[@lisatague305]

I knew it was going to be good just by the intro! I’m fortunate that I have a good eye and things usually work out . Space planning is so important and it’s the key to design as well as making your space flow . Thanks for another great video with so much passion .

[@GarrettLeChic]

You're the best! Im glad you always enjoy!

[@paytondalak]

Okay in your window treatments video please touch on exterior transom windows. We have some above the backdoor and other windows in our living room and when the sun comes in them it’s absolutely blinding for about an hour a day. We’re looking for some treatment for them and all we could come up with were sheer Roman shades?? Any help would be so appreciated.

[@shannonengelken4629]

Need advice too! 🌸

[@GarrettLeChic]

Transoms are always hard, and you really don't have a ton of options that won't impede the usability of the door and windows, Romans might be your only option, but you could maybe do frosted glass film, they come in patterns or maybe you could have one custom monogramed, that would help defuse the direct light!

[@paytondalak]

@@GarrettLeChic thank you for the input!!! Frosting is a good idea. May get a shade just to test and if I hate it try frosting the glass. Thank you!

[@mwoods4608]

My curtains touching the ceiling when they are sheer looks awkward to me. Its 2 late now since I already did it, but I don't care much for the extra gap from the top of the window to the ceiling