TOP 10 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME LOOK EXPENSIVE | DESIGN HACKS

10 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME LOOK EXPENSIVE | DESIGN HACKS
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Want your house to look like a custom home without spending a lot of money? I am sharing my 10 designer tips & tricks to creating a high-end luxurious looking home, on a budget! You don’t need to buy expensive furniture & decor to get the luxurious look, you can use these design hacks to create a similar look! Everything from decor hacks, styling tips, furniture dupes, lighting… were covering it all! Check out this video for my top tips and let me know your favs in the comments below! #interiordesign #homedecor
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[@KristenMcGowan]

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[@gamechannelminecraft6583]

Hello everyone, good viewing🐼

[@mariamangion21]

Happy Wednesday 🩷

[@cyndeewenzel6439]

Beautiful outdoor living spaces! I really love Lowe's too! Loved you mentioned about the floor vents, also they have really cool air conditioning vents too. So many great ideas to implement. Also I have cats and PetHouse wax melts are non toxic for pets. So many room fresheners (pretty much all of them) are toxic to animals. It can cause kidney and liver failure. But PetHouse is all non toxic (I've called poison control about them to make sure) they have room fresheners, wax melts, glass diffusers. (Regular diffusers that distribute a mist is extremely toxic to pets, just an FYI for people reading this) PetHouse actually removes all odors (pet odors) instead of masking odors. I've had many apartment inspections and when I started using PetHouse they tell me how nice my apartment smells. Anyway I always have to say something about toxins and pets I feel like a lot of people don't know this. I'm not affiliated with PetHouse, I just swear by them. I've used Wildflowers since I discovered them and it's a beautiful scent.

[@cyndeewenzel6439]

They have candles too. 🤪

[@mary-garnermerz8208]

Great decor advice! Thank you for the time you put into teaching and encouraging 😊

[@smloeffler1]

Kristen, I just recently found you and I’m really enjoying your videos. You do a fantastic job of relaying information in a useful manner. I also wanted to mention that you do a really great job of incorporating your sponsor in an interesting and useful way instead of just making it a commercial. Really great job. Keep up the good work.

[@seattlegirl2077]

If you can't afford new floor vents, just spray painting them a flat black to make them look new helps a lot for older ones. Also spray painting any vents in the wall - air returns - a clean white or maybe match the walls?

[@luvyatubers]

Black or match the floor?

[@seattlegirl2077]

@@luvyatubers I chose matte black even though my floor is wood.

[@robinbirdj743]

Floor vents can be $50-80 or more (depending on size ). I wanted fancy ones to match and found quality was also low unless getting expensive ones. I stayed with box store metal. They were also stronger. Painting to match the floor or wall is key.

[@texasstardust6010]

I have bern doing the " Bathroom Curtains for DECADES.... I've used beautiful, washable real curtains/ drapes over a pretty cloth liber,that has another waterproof curtain behind it ,became it gives such a finished look ,no matter w h a t size of bathroom you have. I suppose I should have had a KZbin Channel wayyyy back then..... lol. . With all the Decor I've done for Decades .....

[@valteralmeida6757]

Bom

[@mariamangion21]

The best moment is when you look at your phone and see a notification that Kristen has uploaded 🤩Your videos can only be described as heavenly, from the music to all the beauty in your home, it is just sublime. Watching your videos feels like home 🤍

[@shandoraquinones8976]

Great video! I love all the high end hacks. The greatest take aways for me was the little touch of decor in rooms we would normally ignore like the laundry room and the kitchen. The floor vents that match the flooring is truly a gem, thank you.

[@markmyjak7739]

I've always enjoyed high-end mill work around doors, windows, crown molding, and cornices. I've installed a lot of miilwork in my home. Still not finished. The big project for 2024 is to put in custom-made cornices with copper stars on each one. This is all going to be done from scratch. My wife liked what you did with the walls with that wood trim. We'll be doing that was well. My inspiration comes from visiting the mansions in Newport RI. Keep up the good work. My wife and I enjoyed your POD.

[@markcavistany2539]

One of the best interior designer I followed ❤

[@user-oq3el8el3p]

Me too

[@BridgetJones-bo9ot]

I really enjoy watching your videos! Just want to say thank you for doing that because I really am learning a lot about interior design💖

[@mmeyerr7867]

May I inquire as to what you are spraying at your front door? The brand?

[@firestick4991]

Great ideas! I love the shower curtains! Going to incorporate it into my home!

[@debbiemccann3711]

Thank you for the great tips.I just did the shower curtain trick.Amazing how much bigger the bathroom looks.

[@sarsurab2778]

Love these type of videos! I watch all the older ones all the time!!

[@sherryidibo2304]

Always great tips great vibe❤

[@Planner5D]

Amazing tips, thank you 😍

[@sheilaternovacz3958]

Always love your videos. Thank you! That being said, Room sprays and candles are very toxic and make some of us sensitive people very sick! Always buy non-toxic - perhaps essential oils in a diffuser - if you must scent your home

[@ladydi60046]

Exactly! I use Bees wax candles & esential oils in pure water to spray for the home.

[@dmars9942]

Loving all these new videos

[@HarryPeterson-vd9kq]

You have inspired me after watching your dining room makeover to do my own moulding on wall!

[@laraangel6862]

grazie mille, suggerimenti preziosi ❤

[@Stellaperez658]

Great video as usual!!

[@kbs7583]

Lots of great tips! (As usual.) I must say that a lot of people have allergies that cannot handle spray or candle scents. I have a couple of friends who have asked if I not use them before they arrive for a visit. There may be some friendlier sollutions for air fresheners on the market. Your advice for fresh air is good, and possibly warming some spice or fruit in water on the stove.

[@littletinygirl8468]

Honestly the scent is a very personal preference. I prefer no smell, just neutral and fresh air.

[@user-yx4wm4xe8z]

As always, love all the great information you share! ❤😊

[@sherkelly4533]

Thanks Kristen, you are the best! Always luv your videos.

[@laniwood5533]

Great tips!!

[@joannedavis5692]

Yes, great ideas.

[@victoriasagraves4343]

Very helpful!

[@Cntryascrnbrd]

Thx for all the great tips.. I Plan on trying a few. 😊

[@finleyhunter]

Absolutely love Lowe’s ❤❤🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏽‍♀️

[@1faithchick7]

Matching inside decor to the patio/deck is a great idea! Great tip!

[@susanpera2131]

Great video!

[@celindarushing3420]

I love the idea of adding mirrors and I can’t wait to change my shower curtain and try floor to ceiling drapes.

[@fadoua6319]

It’s always so motivating to see that we don’t have to be that out of budget to have something clean

[@imeldaortiz2983]

Great video! 👍

[@7mrst]

As usual, great tips, Kristen. xo

[@a.scottiedog2093]

Love your new patio chairs and table. They look amazing. Thank you, as always, for the great design tips Kristen! 🥰

[@visitaorocovis]

Love the video! Thanks for the idea. Definitely going to do the shower curtain trick!

[@turicke6751]

I enjoyed this video. Realistic and affordable. Ty

[@pamrimer5108]

Great tips and tricks. Thank you for all the great info. Looking forward to your next video.

[@sheilajones3055]

I really enjoy your videos. Very informative and inspiring. I love to decorate 😊

[@sortwithsally2063]

Well thats me going to buy a mirror now for my dark living room! Thankyou Kristen xx

[@luvyatubers]

Thanks for the antique tips. Just want to say to think of your pets when spraying scents. There are chemicals in them that harm pets and human health

[@heathermjordan-durant8684]

🎉❤ im so happy that i found your channel. Your videos are so helpful. You're very very talented!

[@pamelakeys6190]

Excellent ❤

[@ModernHouseCentral-mf5ql]

Very nice!

[@MariaJimenez-kt1rm]

Love everything you do and looks elegant and very professional tank’s for encouraged us ❤️💐👵🏻

[@carriekowal5123]

What about wall vents? Paint to match wall color?

[@gimmeproof]

you are *always* so helpful!!!! I was just debating what size chandelier I need for my living room.... and worried about the width. I'm now going to get the larger of the two I picked out. much thanks Kristen!!!!

[@robinbirdj743]

Kristen, encourage people to use a spray sealer over patio pieces; it helps repel rain which seeps into cracks and between the marble or mosaic top and the metal. Also the painted finishes are thin. I’ll respect then also seal before using.

[@pinkely9149]

Kristin, Can you share your favorite linen curtains on a budget please ❤

[@kimmbond2052]

The only thing about your patio chairs is steel rusts quickly when it gets wet. Your rug will get ruined. Maybe bring them in when it rains? They are darling. ❤

[@maxinemuhammad5979]

Very helpful information interesting vid loved it ❤️❤️❤️❤️😍😍😍😍💯💯💯💯

[@margui6224]

You gave an idea to see more to Lowe’s. About the spray I will find ones that are pet friendly. Thank you, Kristen for the advice.

[@PamDubier]

Nice Ideas. The word “elevate” is overused.

[@leannsfearcocktail9420]

I love the brown stems in your new breakfast nook. Where did you get them?

[@ginagilreath6017]

Love your videos!! What spray fragrances do you use?

[@humee7088]

Love it. Where did u buy your beautiful vases from?

[@betaaquarii9155]

Hi Kristen! New subscriber & so happy I found your channel Would you mind sharing where the glass cabinet & mirror are from at timestamp 9:17

[@amyo1585]

Love you Kristen! Say, regarding the shower curtains. Love this idea. But if I were to put curtains to the ceiling the the shower curtain liner would be above the top of the tub. I'm wondering if they might carry extra-long shower curtain liners? If not, I suppose I could sew extra length using another liner...

[@chert2380]

Can you link your room air freshener spray?

[@Rob-yu1lw]

Thank you for another great video Kristen I look forward to your videos every week. Just a question if you don't mind me asking - when are you getting married???❤️

[@KristenMcGowan]

This June!!

[@pamelajaramillo1255]

Would love tips in general for small ranch or cape cod houses, with small windows, not big patios, etc... I would love a larger, more modern house to apply all.these tips❤

[@GinaSwimfast]

You are absolutely the best designer! I wish I could have you to do my whole house! ❤

[@LuQiYun]

I dont think yours look expensive but it looks tidy and comfy

[@valteralmeida6757]

Muito bom

[@KOVUdei]

THIS is why I started to follow thank you

[@shannonevans6344]

Where did you buy that white bowl on the table behind you?

[@user-oq3el8el3p]

Firstly… your styling is impeccable. But where did you buy the 3 square wicker baskets from which are above your bar? I LOVE them but can’t find them… I am in Australia though. Kylie

[@megaman2016]

What scent profiles/notes do you recommend?

[@gailwilliams5278]

I recommend baking some cookies or brownies or even a frozen apple pie!

[@kellyskitchenandhome1013]

Hi, do you recommend shower doors for a bathtub shower

[@MEHEKMOHSINI-ym8hf]

Luv u Kristen ❤❤🎉🎉, n bestest wishes for u always frm Mumbai, India❤❤

[@arizonaluxuryhomes2862]

Does anyone know who sells those tall bathroom curtains?

[@rachelenders8235]

I always think I have too many mirrors bc I have one in pretty much every room 😆

[@Jennifer-nz2ss]

I always clean and put up any messes around my house. People really notice junk everywhere and dirty surfaces. Yuk!😮

[@kimwilson8553]

I’ve been trying to find long shower curtains, where can I purchase them? My ceiling are 8ft high.

[@gailwilliams5278]

I think she said curtain (window) panels, which do come in 8 foot +/- lengths.

[@1027HANA-lc5ke]

Hello. Is it ok the rugs and chairs outside when it is rainy? Japan.

[@Rositasparks]

Yes, if they are made for outdoor use. ❤

[@gurkov4e]

🥰 Can you also show us what you did with your kitchen? You showed it once… long time ago. I wonder how does it look right now…

[@haydanss7866]

I love the look of the ceiling to floor shower curtain, but I’m afraid that it won’t be able to vent and the ceiling above the shower would ruin.

[@thefanone]

I have the same chairs on my new patio😂😂😂

[@KristenMcGowan]

They are so cute!!

[@johannechampagne7332]

The problem is finding floor grates / registers to fit the existing rectangular opening in the floor.

[@lucybraun8969]

Oftentimes, the vent covers can't be found in the color of flooring. Solution: Spray paint them to match.

[@kellymarice2573]

❤❤❤

[@lynnstone6998]

❤

[@lyndaandrian7204]

For whatever reason on your product links are not working

[@lucybraun8969]

Go with metal outdoor furniture. It's more durable.

[@mariacarlet5478]

Hi Kristen, Please help, I am European,recently moved in Texas, new to the USA home decorating style. So our home has dark kitchen cabinets and granite counter tops😔 I love our home but I am not use to dark furnitures, sometimes overwhealming, we are going to need a new dining table, ( it's very close to kitchen) any ideas on how we can light up the wholething, just decorating without breaking the banck? Thanks

[@barbaras5550]

I hear you, as a fellow European US kitchens seem outdated compared to European ones. If the kitchen cabinets still work you could paint them (or have a professional paint them). A bit more expensive is to replace your countertops with something in a lighter color. A lower cost way to update a kitchen is to replace door knobs and pulls. Look for kitchen renovation youtube videos and you can get lots of ideas.

[@carolynnoce5097]

Girl u know ur sh!t❤

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❤️💯

[@miba9909]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@royaarab7434]

❤️😊

[@maryellengraham8098]

Please just remember some scents are toxic to animals

[@user-sc9lr6kz8t]

I like the look of the raised shower curtain. However, where can you purchase the shower curtain and liner that are long enough to reach from the floor to the ceiling?

[@hiddenhighland]

I ordered one from amazon (though I prefer to go directly to a company)^= extra long (2 meters I think)

[@allysonaynesworth]

I use curtains, rather than shower curtains on the outside. The options for not just design but also the fabrication are limitless and the texture possibilities really kick it all up a notch. 😊

[@user-sc9lr6kz8t]

Thank you for the tip!

[@ladydi60046]

@@allysonaynesworth That is a great idea!

[@suemahoney7330]

Please do not spray scent or use scented candles before guests. All the man made, unnatural scents are not good for humans to breathe. They make many people feel sick and give headaches. Open a window or door. Or cook a sweet treat to fill the air.

[@Lornawhitney]

Can you ever have too many vignette moments in one room? I struggle with having too many items when I’m trying to style each corner of a room or every surface area. I’ve tried taking a few things away but I’m still finding that repeating pattern of using say a vase with stems, books, lamp. Just feels too much. Does that makes sense 🙈🤷🏼‍♀️.

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[@emilysicignano]

Scents are never good for pets ... or humans. Even essential oils, if its not air then skip it. This is coming from a sensitive person who had a part of their lung removed - me :)

[@Clauds71]

🤍

[@jrice6274]

I love all your videos and your style, but I kind of wish you would title it how to make your home look quality instead of how to make your home look expensive

[@khitamalkaddour5474]

First!

[@ocean9919]

Room sprays and candle smells are all toxic for pets..they have very small lungs and it's not good for their health. Just open the windows for fresh air. Thanks for the video.

[@texasstardust6010]

.... I often see Home Decor Channels talking about the " Essential Oils " , and other things that smell great, but some are Toxic to pets , while there are a few that are ok to use around some tyoes of pets .... Birds especially are highly sensitive to those items, and very few even MENTION those points.

[@amyo1585]

I believe most essential oils are not good for pets. I used an orange citrus in my diffuser and I think It ultimately killed my cat.

[@lizannestinson1765]

Room sprays and candles are toxic too humans, except bees wax candles

[@tonyaatteberry]

They make several natural herbs and such to boil or to make for room sprays that don’t harm.

[@kimberlyg123]

All fragrances are toxic to pets. Made both my dog and cat sick. Almost killed my cat and when we were at the ER I met another person who was there because her cat went into kidney failure due tea tree oil used in the home.

[@tuesdaygirl5512]

I'm sure there are some snippets of info somewhere but it really just came across as an advert for Lowe's. You lost me after a catalogue of Lowe's products....