Top INTERIOR DESIGN MISTAKES You're Making and How to Fix Them

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Hey everybody! If anybody wants to know when my new design club is launching, send me a Hi! at [e-mail]! (No crazy stuff, your email is safe with me)

[@zina268]

Hi Lisa😊 I literally just came across your channel today and already love you and your advice💖with love your new fan and subscriber Z

[@loisevans62]

hi!

[@marlysblanche4270]

Lisa Holt Design 👋. Hi

[@mj0484la]

I am looking forward to it...need to sign up

[@martharine784]

Hi! I just found your channel and already I am hooked. I'm fixing up an old house and having fun trying out your tips.

[@nightbender9250]

Thank you for actually TEACHING and EXPLAINING things versus just doing “oh this is cute” or “this is what I bought”.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Thank you Don for your kind comments! I just try and tell it like I see it 🙂

[@jacquelinefitzpatrick9702]

Could you possibly have more examples, I’m a visual learner. Thank you for all your knowledge.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Will do! Thanks so much for watching and being a part of my channel!

[@vegancherry5503]

@@LisaHoltDesign she means she needs more pics while you talk. Me too please.

[@taneilson]

Me too!

[@lexijones8414]

Me too I could watch these all day

[@marlysblanche4270]

Jacqueline Fitzpatrick I will try, Do you mean like show how exactly you do something?

[@lauraahargreaves7783]

I’m so glad you mentioned back-lighting plants, Lisa! It not only brightens an area, but throws interesting shadows.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

OMG Laura I'm SO glad you loved that little tip - you'd be SHOCKED at what a difference it make!! 👏🏻🤩 One of those details that can TOTALLY transform a space!! 💕🌟 SO glad we're on the same page with this one - thank you so much for watching!! 🥰💙

[@jenbrant3859]

I love it when you show photos of ‘right’ and ‘wrong’. For example, the photo of the ‘bright white’ room was helpful. I enjoy your videos - you’ve inspired me to make a few adjustments in my home. Thank you!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Jen!!! SO glad you loved the layout of this video!!! I want to show you guys why certain design adjustments are RIGHT and WRONG!!! 🤗 I know a lot of you guys are very visual which is super important I include what I am talking about!!! 👏🏼❤️ Thank you SO MUCH for this sweet comment - I am so happy I could give you a spark to adjust your design in your home!!! 😘🏠💓

[@ayurvedalondon7108]

you're one of the few people who can point at me, and I don't feel attacked.:) You are so passionate and a great teacher... Lighting is so important to me and your comments made a lot of sense. I have various shades of night lighting (including nightlights and dimmers are a must!) that are so important to my enjoyment of life :)

[@LisaHoltDesign]

OMG Ayurveda!!! You are just TOO kind to me...hearing this just means the world!! 🥰 I'm so glad you're watching these videos and picking out some helpful tips!! 💚😘 Sorry for all of the pointing - I get a little excited, can you tell??? 😂💕 Must be the coffee! ☕️😆

[@woin9361]

I’ve always felt that unless you live in a manor, it looks silly to me when curtails pool on the floor! Much like she said, it looks like you ordered the wrong length. I know this is a very standard “rule” in interior design, but it simply does not resonate with me or make sense to me at all. I also find that a curtain touching the floor gets dusty, catches underfoot, etc. I like them to hover a few inches above the wood floors to make it easier to clean and so that they don’t drag along the dusty floor when I open and close them. It’s funny how so many design rules are intuitive, but this one has never made sense to me practically or aesthetically. 🤷‍♀️

[@aureliadifabrizio7747]

W Oin completly agree!

[@eileenellingsen3669]

I kind of agree! I always have 84" curtains and they are approx 4" above my hardwood floors in my livingroom!

[@valkyriesardo278]

It is a dreadful idea for pet owners. Stray fur is a way of life. Some designers take small children into account. I wonder if any of them consider the family pet? For example, I've learned to shun upholstery fabrics that hang on to pet hair for dear life. The same holds true with carpeting. Even when pets aren't allowed on the furniture, their hair "flies through the air with the greatest of ease".

[@denisedonaldson7688]

Just watched this post and I like Lisa Holt. She has a great personality and heaps of good advice. However, I am so in agreeance with you and do not and can not agree to curtains dragging on the floor. The images Lisa showed...the the curtain hanging neatly just above the floor is aesthetically pleasing to look at and complimentary to the rest of the room. Urrrgh all that dust dragged and showing on the base of curtains is a real put off. If interior designers believe this is the look then I'm definitely mistaken by their intelligence. It's hypocritical to say don't have clutter but have overcrowded fabric dragging on the floor. Yuk!!!

[@Richard-vq7ud]

I agree completely. To me curtains draging the floor look like you didnt measure properly. It does sort of look ok in the high end model homes, but lets face it, those are models, not lived in.

[@bwbrady8372]

I agree with most of your tips, especially about pictures hanging too high on the wall and toning down the clutter. But drapes that puddle on the floor remind me of pants that drag on the ground. And yeah, my rugs may be too small, but I'm happy with them. Fun video. Thanks.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Thanks so much for your kind comments, and thanks for joining my channel!

[@NdnUrbanCat]

I don't want my curtains to puddle. I might catch them with the vacuum.

[@carylhalfwassen8555]

My rugs are works of art and I place them to be appreciated and viewed.

[@heidiyamami3884]

I love your demeanor, you're so confident!!!!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

You're too kind! Thanks you for subscribing, and let me know anything you'd like to know for the upcoming FAQ vid! ;)

[@lorifrank1446]

I’m in the middle of a renovation. It’s my forever home so I’m super nervous and overthinking. I appreciate you refreshing my memory on all of the little details that make a house a home. I’m going to binge all of your videos. You’re adorable, talented , and I appreciate you sharing your knowledge. Many thanks. 😘

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Omg... Lori, that is so sweet! Yes, decisions about our forever homes can be daunting. You will love 💕 the DesignClub (once it’s launched 🚀) but in the meantime get on my email list over at www.lisaholtdesign.com and keep on watching! 😘

[@debbiesitarz8762]

You are awesome Lisa! Though I'm not a designer by profession, I have a background in industrial design and architecture, and I am an artist. You touched on one of my biggest peeves: People consistently hanging paintings, framed photos, etc. too high. Grrrrrrrr . . . and hanging their TV's too high as well. The other thing, as an artist that has always made me crazy is people thinking the colours featured in a painting or print had to colour match the decor of the room/space (???!!!) they wanted to hang it in. A painting is meant to move you emotionally in some way, not match your throw pillows or rug. It's all about the type of frame you get for said painting, rather than its content as to whether it will "match" your decor. Excellent videos, keep them coming.

[@LumunGames]

I have watched so many videos with tips for interior design but I've never found one that gave relevant information in a way that impacted me. This changes everything. Thank you so much, this is so informative and well presented.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Thank you so much for your kind comments and for being part of my channel! Have you joined the list for the DesignTribe yet? I think you’ll love it, we’ll livestream Q&A’s, deep dive and give lots of pro tips all about design!

[@LumunGames]

@@LisaHoltDesign I have not done so. How does one go about joining?

[@standwithukraineproject9726]

@@LisaHoltDesign I would love to join the DesignTribe, as well please let me know how I would go about this. Hope you're staying safe!!

[@lexijones8414]

I agree.

[@sheilacampos5246]

Right? She has a way of a passing on knowledge and naming. The Christmas video is game changer!!! I always felt you have to consider your style when decorating for Christmas&it really matters and save you from investing in things that won’t look nice or compete with your style. She is a game changer as a designer!

[@maryjeancasiano7685]

glad to see this video. you're so bold enough to spill out the designers' secrets which is very helpful for homeowners

[@LisaHoltDesign]

I am very democratic in my opinions… I feel like everyone wants to have an opportunity to live in a lovely space and if I can help in anyway I'm happy to do it! Thanks so much for subscribing!

[@sachaconcerts8953]

These aren't even secrets 😂 these are basics if you're designer or not

[@anahallstrom7843]

Curtainwise, rings can always add a couple inches too without having to ever mess with the hem..

[@samsoto9111]

We found your IKEA video designer faves and started to watch all your videos. My wife loves it when you point out the ideas and then show the graphics examples. She asked me to post to let you know she wishes you put more example images when you explain to give her a better visual idea of what you mean. You are a god sent! The info you provide is so valuable and so inspiring. Thank you!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

hey Sam! yes, there’s MUCH more illustrations in the newer videos that will help visualizing! So glad you’re joined the channel! 👍🏻🥰😍😍❤️

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I think people overwhelmingly buy area rugs that are too small, because of the much higher cost of larger sizes.

[@TheFvtampa]

Also if you want washable ruggables, you do not want to move furniture to wash it. That would be my thing.

[@kellylipton]

I’m totally guilty of this. Generally, the price diff on a 3x5 and a 6x 4 is disproportionate- the larger rugs go up in price exponentially. When I was buying to decorate my first home, I was cheap and bought small rugs- 10 years later it’s my second biggest regret (my first is not investing in quality seating or a couch- as much as they’re used, seating that’s made poorly wears out so quickly that it’s not worth it at ALL)

[@gaildela5710]

So AGREE !! 😕

[@vaeva9730]

It's just fantastic! You will never believe) you have become my best english teacher, because I descover so many useful terms and expressions from all these videos. My huge respect from Moldova 🇲🇩

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Ева!! WOW, I love hearing from my international viewers that I am teaching them design AND English - that is SOOO cool!!! 👏🏼🤩 Thank you so so much for sharing this, sending love to Moldova!! 🇲🇩❤️❤️

[@vaeva9730]

@@LisaHoltDesign Thank you so much for feedback and for your 💣 talent in designing tutorial!!❤

[@vegancherry5503]

"last little incher" ... you make me smile with your expressions. FUNNY LADY! You make it fun to learn!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

I'm glad you enjoy my videos! Learning should be fun! Thanks so much for watching!

[@lauratruthseekingWarrior]

What if you don’t like area rugs? I only like rugs at the entrance doors, I’m ok with rugs under a bed though. I don’t like rugs in family rooms with pets or in dining rooms under tables. Food droppings on dining room floor rugs, ICK. Not my thing. I love seeing the fabulous smooth floors! I also don’t like rugs in a bathroom, only a floor mat at the shower or tub.

[@sonjiarodis7473]

Great tips! Love how you add the “whys” to your tips. Can’t for the life of me understand why anyone would give you a thumbs down on your video it’s great. Thank you

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Sonjia!! I am so happy you enjoyed the tips!!! 👏🏼 I love sharing visuals and explaining the reasoning behind my tips, I feel like I am leaving you guys in the dust if I don't explain why I say that these are mistakes!! 🤣 Thank you SO much for watching and supporting the channel!! 😊💗🌟

[@Lisawhatshersname]

Have you ever decorated a mobile home? I would fascinated by your ideas for a mobile home on a modest budget! I adore your style and your professionalism.🙂 Thanks for these videos!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

LISA!!! love your name btw I am SO glad you're excited about mobile homes design ideas - I'll actually be covering on my new Dezign Club launching in the summer!!! 🤩🤩 Make SURE you're signed up at www.lisaholt.com/thedezignclub - you're not going to want to miss out!!! 💜🌟 Thanks for asking about this popular subject... see you in the club soon!! 💙😉

[@parisrain1546]

I have a thing about coffee tables. Usually they're so far from the sofa you have to buy a ticket to get your drink there safely; and they're just way toooo low. I had 2 matching resin items (can be 1 or 2 of any matching things of equal height) and they made for a nice base (18" high) and then had a square glass top made for the top. (size accurate) It's beautiful and you can lean over to get your drink w/o throwing out your back. Everyone loves my coffee table! Remember the series ''Frasier" ? His living rm had a coffee table with 4 black bowling balls as a base and I forget what the top was, it was 2 low for me -- but it was beautiful. where do you get a cool base? Use your imagination.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Yes, I also like furnishings that are made from found objects… I want to stacked to automobile tire wells on top of each other painted a gunmetal gray it was a great look. You should definitely be haunting your vintage stores and flea markets… There will be lots of great stuff there👍🏻

[@jenp7302]

Year later- your advice about scale really helped! I bought my first house and while it took me a few months, I pulled together furnishings that properly fit the rooms to maximize our small house

[@jean6061]

When drawing up my home's layout, I also include floor vents, light switches, and electrical outlets. It doesn't take much time and it helps avoid placement of dressers and bookcases over vents!

[@katc7332]

Over the years design ideas have changed, which is why window treatments are no longer short or furniture is matching. I do agree & appreciate the how to’s to figure out what’s best for your home. Keep these videos coming!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

So true! Thanks so much for watching and being a part of my channel!

[@AMATEURDECORATINGLIKEAPRO]

I love your personality!!! You can make a video on all of these topics and I will definitely watch it. ❤❤❤

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Yay! Thanks so much for your kind comments, and thanks for joining my channel!

[@gretchenburton7184]

So helpful! Thank you. Appreciate your expertise and enthusiasm.

[@laffintig]

She ditzy, if you ask me.

[@pcproff]

@@laffintig no she has to be entertaining. You don’t want a monotone robot talking on here

[@pcproff]

Hi Lisa can you talk about when and when not to use a ceiling vs a light fixture.

[@annscott1965]

Lisa....you are the BOMB! I absolutely LOVE your videos!!! Keep up the great work.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Ann!! 🙌🏻 This is so sweet - I have so much fun making these videos for you guys!! 💙🤩 Thank you so much for watching, and hope you're having a fabulous Thursday night!! 💚🥰

[@victoriasicilian4573]

Lisa's explanation of Clutter and removing items is the most helpful I have heard. Thank you!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

You are so welcome Victoria! Thanks for watching the videos and make sure to get onto my email list at www.lisaholtdesign.com where I will be updating you guys on my new design club and when it will be ready🙂

[@carmenmartinez6191]

Lisa, please tell me where I can get a beautiful chandelier at a great price? I want one for my living room, right now it has a fan/ light which is practical. What do you think of a chandelier/fan combo? Do they break down easy? Are they as beautiful as a chandelier? Thanks Lisa

[@melissas4874]

As someone with cats who love to play hide and seek in the draperies or wrap themselves into any loose fabric, I can't have them pooling slightly on the floor. They would get torn down or have holes in them. Mine are skimming the floor. It would be interesting if you could do some options for those of us with pets since we sometimes have to make different choices for practical reasons.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Melissa!!! 🙌🏻 I'd love to do a video about pet friendly design - there are some super fun options out there!! 💙🤩 I'll totally add it to my list!! 👍🏻 Thank you for this great idea, and thank you so much for watching!! 🥰💚

[@dawncastellanos2649]

I’d love to see an episode on window treatments. Some basic guidelines would be helpful. I’m decorating a studio apartment. It has two 3.5X6 windows. Do I use drapes or pull shades?

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Guess what's dropping this FRIDAY Dawn? 😏😏 Window treatments 101..... GET READY and make sure to tune in at 1pm PST!!!

[@pennyk1943]

I watch you because of your enthusiasm. You’re too fun❤️💐

[@crystalsmithmyer3762]

You provide such accurate and approachable advice. I’m a ‘regular’ person with minimal design experience who is building/decorating our new home. You have begun to make me think I just may be able to pull these rooms together using your amazing advice. Thank you so much! ❤️

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Thank you Crystal! We are all just regular people and that makes you a part of our design family! I am so excited about sharing all about your new home and sharing your experiences with us in my new design club which will be launched next spring! Make sure that you are on my email list at www.Lisaholt.com So you will be updated on the latest of everything that’s going on with my channel and the DesignClub! 😘

[@LisaHoltDesign]

YAY!!!! 🎉🎉🎉 that’s exactly what I’m here for! To help you guys do things in a way that you LUV! 🥰🥰🙌🏼

[@MsBettyRubble]

I'm 4'10. My brother is 6'3". Your measurements for hanging art is perfect.

[@michelleokonda8947]

I love the way you take time to enlighten us on all this interior design. It makes it easy for me to take notes.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

I always want to help you guys learn as much as you can and empower you to make good decisions for your own spaces! So glad you’re part of the Fam!🙌🏻❤️❤️❤️🥳

[@burschgirl]

Just found you and love your content. Your presentation style is just what I like, it’s clear, concise, and provides very useful information. Look forward to many more videos from you.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Thanks so much for the kind comments! And also for subscribing, and there's plenty more where these came from so stay tuned! ;)

[@lyncangayo8708]

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[@doloresjones2954]

I love your directness. Will definitely watch. Count me in.

[@mitchelledwardwebb]

I know it's sort of niche and not everyone's "cup of tea", but I would love to hear your thoughts on how to do the maximalist-adjacent "English Cottage" look well. Currently planning a room and love the wallpapered cozy look, but dont want it to turn into a hoarder room.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Mitchell!!! 🙌🏻 I touch on this a little bit in my latest 2021 trend review!!! 👍🏻💚 Traditional and Maximalist looks are BACK in a big way - definitely check it out!! 🤩💙

[@alexniehaus1336]

New construction project manager here. These videos are very helpful for me to hear when we are building homes.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Alex, that is SO great to hear!! I am beyond thrilled that you found my channel... I hope I can help you even more as the weeks go by!! 🤗🤗

[@abwindy]

This came up in my recommendations. KZbin finally gets me. I love this video!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

I’m so glad you’re joining us, there’s LOTS more coming!

[@moniljs]

Yes. The white paint topic was perfect. My primary home has a colorful wall scheme...from grey to red in the same value. I’m remodeling our desert home that has a ton of natural light and am going all white. New for me....I will be sure to use your tips for picking the best white for the space. Thank you!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Moni- trust me here. use Benjamin Moore paint. Makes a huge difference. Thanks so much for watching!🙂

[@mollyrhodes4545]

Smart lightbulbs really can solve all lighting issues. In terms of changing tone/kelvin

[@PetraHanner]

You're a treasure. Re-hemming curtains is genius.

[@wendyxiao9411]

Thank you very much for sharing with us. I almost watch everyday

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Wendy!!! 💚 This is just so sweet - you guys are so nice to me in these comments!! 🥰Reading comments like this absolutely MAKES my day - you're the best!!! 💙💕🌟

[@MetaMM]

Found you on my feeds. Just exactly what I need on tips because most of these Interior Designers just show what they do but not the details and tips on how and what one can do so thank you so much!! Also, I like your personality.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Thanks so much for your kind comments, and thanks for joining my channel!

[@cch3943]

I just can't believe that I listened to your video for 15 min. without getting boring... LOL . . . so fun to listen to you and get more wealth knowledge of decor. tips here and there ... :) you are one of my few favourites decor. channel.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Yay! Thanks so much for your kind comments, and thanks for joining my channel!

[@lizmasi9918]

I'm a retired designer and am in agreement with you about everything. My biggest mistake I see in my many years in design was that space planning was difficult for people. Paint was second and my ultimate pet peeve was hanging pictures way to high! And they were never sized appropriate to the wall either. People never invested in lamps. I don't know how many times I've gone to someone's home and they have no lamps or cheap 12" baby lamps trying to read by. Ahhhhhh! Drove me crazy!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

AMEN!!!!! ;) So true! Thanks so much for watching and being a part of my channel, there’s lot more fun stuff coming!

[@vaderladyl]

I am not a decorator but I clean houses and it drives me nuts when people have no lights or bad lighting in a room and expect me not to miss any spots when cleaning. Cannot do that if I cannot see what I am doing,. you know!

[@lindafredriksen1251]

@@vaderladyl You need to buy one of those "head lamps" that are used by people doing sports or fishing at night. Problem solved... ;-)

[@vaderladyl]

@@lindafredriksen1251 I know right .I have had to get several types of handheld lights to be able to have clean but it does add to the amount of things I have to bring with me, which is difficult and heavy sometimes.

[@barbarahard6034]

I stumbled upon your channel. I am about to remodel my home. It was built in 1977. I have completely enjoyed your videos and definitely learned a lot (I am a want to be clean line/minimal Bohemian or traditionalist. I like a lot of the traditional things but I don't like a lot of things going on in one space. I know what I like when I see it but I not so sure I can figure it out when it comes to designing my space. I seem to forget everything and just throw it all together and I have the dreaded clutter! I will keep watching - maybe I can learn if I watch it enough

[@NYCmusiclover98]

You are great! Very much appreciate your tips. I really love the bright white walls though with pops of bright colors around the room.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

I totally get that!!! 🙌🏻 If bright white works with your space and your lighting, there's absolutely nothing wrong with it! 💕👍🏻 And I LOVE the sound of those bright colors!! 🤩 Hope you're having a fabulous Monday, and thanks for watching!! 🥰

[@GudeFella]

I love your demenor and attitude. You should have produced these videos long ago. please do a video on how to coordinate drapery in an open space from room to room. Should I use the same drapery for cohesiveness? Please help. Also, how to update a staircase; specifically, poster and spindles.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Thanks so much for subscribing! Send me your question at [e-mail], and can I’ll put you on the list for my new Design Club launching we’re launching soon, where we’ll deep dive and give lots of pro tips all about design.

[@nemo82mi]

Thank you so much. Your tips are reasonable and affordable to do unlike others where it’s just not possible to follow through. I am planning to change the paint on the wall of our small flat with brown sofa. And looking for choosing paint. Among all the tips I love yours and I am a subscriber now. Thank you!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Make sure to watch the paint and mistakes videos! 👍🏼

[@nemo82mi]

@@LisaHoltDesign yes I did already 😁

[@GrumpyL5]

Good point about the rugs, especially in a large room.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

WhooHoo! So glad to know I’ve helped! It’s so much fun answering peoples’ questions!

[@ingridburling8731]

I'm about 10mins through this and it is an incredible video - had to stop to say this here. I'm learning so much from it. I love your advice about window treatments. I always buy enough curtain fabric to do 2 X the width of the window in each panel, and about an extra metre over the full length that I need, so when we move house I have the extra to use for any additional spaces! Hot tip: if you have fallen in love with a super expensive fabric and can't afford to do your entire window treatment with it, buy a cheaper fabric for the main part of the drapes and put a deep border in the expensive fabric on the bottom to finish the look. You can add some velvet ribbon between the border and the main fabric. I did this in a bedroom and it really ramped up the glamour. I've also discovered that blackout lining makes drapes fall beautifully as it adds extra weight, so to save money, you can always line your drapes with this (it's very cheap to buy, and washes and irons beautifully). I always stitch it right into the top seam allowance to save time!!!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

What a great suggestion this is! Have you joined the list for the Design Club yet? I think you’ll love it, we’ll livestream Q&A’s, deep dive and give lots of pro tips all about design, great for if you’’re planning a project, so sign up at www.lisaholtdesign.com and you'll be in the loop!

[@scpatl4now]

Drapery weights (or even fishing weights) I sew them in the hems of any drapes I've ever made and they hang perfectly. I use the kind that come in a flat rectangle or square. If you have basic sewing machine skill you can make your own...it's really not hard. You also will save a ton of money (and buy more expensive fabric!)

[@pamm4009]

Thank you for sharing your expertise and wisdom! It is so appreciated and helpful! I have been trying to figure out how to update my traditional home and it would be helpful to give some tips on how to do it. I live in a very old house and I can't go too modern.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

It's been great response to my design style video, so I'll definitely do one on transitional and traditional, so stay tuned! Thanks so much for your kind comments, and thanks for joining my channel!

[@DIDAYGALLERY]

Hi Lisa, I love to watch and listening to your advice, like a virtual free lesson, bcuz since the first day i came here to your channel I am taking a note, like don't and dos for interior designing. By the way, I am here and taking notes bcuz I am going to interior design my new house. and starting on my living room. I am not interior designer, but love designing or arts and DIY. So thank you thank you so much for LOT OF TIPS, I really appreciate it. Most of the time, I am listening all the time, like you're channel is podcast.. so far, don't have question cuz I am taking notes for awhile to know and learn.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

WELCOME, DIDAY!!! You should think about joining the club, it'll be there to help you for your project! xoxoxo L

[@DIDAYGALLERY]

@@LisaHoltDesign I just did join, and still waiting for the response.

[@kerryharrison3806]

If curtains/panels aren’t long enough you can always try sewing on a contrasting/tonal border that picks out another element in your decor.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Hi Kerry, that’s such a great suggestion, and customizes the panels, I LUV it! So glad you’re here! 🥰

[@donnaokoniewski3761]

The only thing I don't like about puddling your drapery is when you go to vacuum and they get sucked up in the cleaner. I really prefer to have them just a hair above the floor for practical purposes. I agree they do "look" better puddled, but... xo

[@patriciasaldanha3165]

Excellent idea !!!

[@Sophie-bn6kw]

Hello Lisa..We recently purchased, what will be our final home(retirees) and am finding myself overwhelmed by all the updates we need to do. Since we are living on a retirement income,I need to be very judicious in my spending,decorating choices etc. I can already tell that your videos are going to be a great help.I plan to watch as many as possible to get ideas and useful tips.Please keep them coming!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Sophie!! CONGRATS on the new home!!! 🏠🙌🏼 I make multiple videos for various price points, so stay tuned for my future videos!!! Also, you might want to consider signing up for the Dezign Club!! This is going to be your one-stop shop for ALL things design - shops, resources, tips, EVERYTHING!!! 🤩 Plus, you get to hang out with me and ask me questions directly… how groovy is that!!! 😋💗 If you're interested, sign up here www.thedezignclub.com !!!! 💕✨😘

[@mbk7814]

Just found you after searching for IKEA must haves. Love how you “get to it”. Gotta go now and binge more of your vids. 😉

[@LisaHoltDesign]

I LUV it when I can binge something, so glad you fell that way about my videos! So glad you joined us, there’s lots more fun stuff coming!

[@lexijones8414]

You are so talented. Thanks for sharing your tips. You could actually teach.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Thank you so much for your kind comment and thanks for joining my channel!! Have you joined the list for the Design Club yet? I think you’ll love it, we’ll livestream Q&A’s, deep dive and give lots of pro tips all about design, great for if you've got a project coming up, so send your email to www.lisaholtdesign.com and you'll be in the loop!

[@bethanyboothe4817]

Time to burn down my house and start over!!! 🤣 great tips! Will be watching more of your videos!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

HAHA how funny! No need to burn the whole house down! Theres so much that you are able to do with the existing bones of a home! Thanks so much for watching!

[@sampuatisamuel9785]

Hilarious

[@ope4r540]

Lisa, can you offer tips for lifting under the kitchen cabinets? I saw small lights that came with my home but require AAA batteries that didn’t last very long. Suffice it to say, these little round pegs of light didn’t offer a good amount of light for cooking and the ambient light was subpar when no one was even in the kitchen. Any products or brands you recommend would be great to hear. Thank you for offering such informative videos.

[@JanetCaterina]

Thank you for these useful comments, I especially appreciate how people mistake clutter for decoration and hang their art too high or too low. But I have to stop you at ALWAYS keeping your window treatments sagging on the floor. In some rooms, it just doesn't work that way.

[@mapleleaf0]

I was thinking she meant to the floor, not pooled on the floor.

[@bjjones1969]

What about blinds instead of drapes? What are the rules? I have kitties, they grab onto them. Can’t have them. Ugh.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Usually emphasize having draperies come to the floor, if you have a dramatic space you can do a little puddling at the bottom, which is better than them being too short.

[@noryjohrden2845]

You’re TERRIFIC, Lisa!!! Thank you, thank you for all your invaluable interior design tips plus your bubbly personality! I adore interior design and have learned a lot over the years including how mistakes are so easily made and costly. The knowledge you impart from your years of experience has shed lots of light on the subject. Looking forward to your next video!!!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

NORY!! This is the SWEETEST comment!!! 🥰🥰 I absolutely LOVE sharing my fun design tips in hopes that it helps you guys out on your future projects!! 🙌Nory, make sure to keep an eye out for when I launch my Dezignclub this summer… I think you might LOVE it! Sign up here www.lisaholt.com/thedezignclub !!!! 💖💛🌟

[@HIGHLANDER_ONLY_ONE]

I'm so glad I found your channel - I LOVE it! We're building a house, and it's a classic, turn of the century Parisian style. It's going to be 5,600 but over 8,000 under roof. We had height restrictions, so it's two stories, and the ceilings are at 10' and the doors are 8' tall. Because it's a classic design, we opted for designaed rooms, rather than open space concept - keeping true to its classic design. We're EXCITED. Im going tio br brave, and fo the decorating myself. So, I'm watching your videos, liking them all of course, and listening as much as I can. I have a good eye for decorating, and used to be a drafperson for an architectural firm, so I an easily draw the rooms, furniture, etc. I actually designed the house, and supervising its building. I really need tio li earn from you. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

OMG how EXCITING!!! Thanks so much for subscribing!Why don't you send me a Hi at [e-mail], and can I’ll put you on the list for my new design club we’re launching soon, where we’ll deep dive and give lots of pro tips all about design that may be able to offer some help if you have questions as you go along!

[@billywong7775]

Wow I learn so much! And I love learning! Thanks so much Lisa! Love all your videos! Binge watching at 2am on a Sunday =P

[@LisaHoltDesign]

2AM?!?! OMG Billy!!! What a way to spend your early Sunday morning... or your late Saturday night? 🤣🤣

[@redsky7238]

Thank you for explaining about the whites. It always bugs me when I see some home shows and all the walls are stark white and the lighting is cool too. I call it the space ship look. It's like living in a sci fi movie. First thing we did when we moved was paint the walls and ceilings a warm white. Makes the space feel calmer.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Absolutely true! My fav go to white is Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee ☕️🙂

[@SueRosalie]

ikr it makes your home look like your doctor's surgery. The other problem is people going for trendy cool toned whites and greys because it looks good in magazines (where the room was professionally styled and photographed with special lighting) and get a surprise when the walls look blue and they don't like it. Completely predictable effect because people don't take the time to understand undertones in neutrals.

[@CynTedFreya]

Lisa, will like to hear about Wallpapers. The do's and dont's for small spaces! Looking forward to your next video!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Cynthia!!! We have a wallpaper video in the works!!!! 💕👏🏻 SO many groovy patterns to explore...I'm loving how excited you guys are!!! 💚 Definitely stay tuned for a future video ALL about this fabulous trend, and thank you SO much for watching!! 😘🌟

[@katarinawikholm5873]

@@LisaHoltDesign Perfect! I have a cream-walled kitchen and (not my design) the dishwasher is next to one wall and over time that poor wall will catch stains that can’t be wiped off. 😕 I’m thinking a neutral colour but busy wallpaper (sage? sand? eggshell blue? or any mix thereof) in a 1950-60s stylised art style. It’d solve the dishwasher, go w the pale sandy cabinets+counter and suit an otherwise relaxed Scandi vibe. (Like Stig Lindberg’s ’Pottery’, but in beige/sand)

[@cathygregory3984]

You’re a wealth of knowledge-and really fun to listen to. Thank you

[@mapleleaf0]

Well said - she really is both!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Yay! Thanks so much for your kind comments, and thanks for joining my channel! I love it when you guys join me! This is so much fun answering peoples’ questions!

[@bparry2406]

Houndstooth carpet - oh how I wish I had the furniture to make that work. Thanks for all of the tips, especially about scale and white paint. Glad to see you are looking as gorgeous and healthy as usual.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

WOW, thanks so much for your kind words! And I LUV houndstooth too! I've done it for only the most discerning of my clients...;) But yes, it demands pre-planning on the rest of the room, bc it's such a strong statement. Thanks so much for subscribing!

[@m.graciela1652]

Loving your knowledge and your way of explaining shows you have a lot of experience! Loving your channel I just found! Greetings from Chile!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Welcome from Chile, I love South America! Thank you for your kind comments and for subscribing!

[@m.graciela1652]

@@LisaHoltDesign Thank you! I really do hope your plan of offering online services becomes a reality someday soon! I would love to have a consulting session with your team!

[@denises9426]

Bravo!👏🏻Bravo!👏🏻Love these outdoor tips! Love the hat 👒 Love your video content!!🥰❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Denise!! YAY!!! So glad I could get you ready to get outside this season!! 😍💜 Can you tell I'm ready for a little summer fun?? 😂🦩SO glad you could catch the video this week...thank you so much for always being such a positive part of my channel fam!! 🥰💕

[@tantanryu6999]

Really appreciate if you could also give the advises on how to deal with the old fashion expensive furniture that you don’t need it anymore but don’t want to throw it either..... I know the question it’s sort of wired.... thank you!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Please see if you can repurpose them! Paid them, reupholster them, change leg styles, I'm a big fan of reusing product especially if it was a good quality to begin with! Great question! thanks for joining my channel!

[@eachandeverything9068]

Post it online and sell it! 🤷‍♀️. Just a thought ……didn’t mean to intrude! :)

[@sampuatisamuel9785]

Looking good Lisa

[@anurruti]

It would help a lot if you include several examples on the no-no's you point to as well as the yes-yes's to understand better the points. The courtains drapping to the ground, thanks but no thanks. That one is the only one that did not make sense to me. The rest, great advice.

[@LeilaBenamor]

I'm so glad I found your channel... Now I understand why every place I have decorated looked so bad. I'm just moving into a new home and I am determined to make it look at least 'comfortable' as I work from home it's so important to feel good in my space. I love watching your videos... I think I've watched this one about 5 times already lol. :)

[@LisaHoltDesign]

YAY Leila, I'm SOO happy you found me!! 😍😍😍 Being comfortable in your home is SO important - ESPECIALLY if you are working from home!! 🏠😇 I actually am going to be covering WAYY more design tips + tricks in the Dezign Club launching super soon, I think you'll LOVE it!!! 👏🏼❤️ Definitely send me your email here www.lisaholt.com/thedezignclub and I'll send you ALL the details about it!! 💌 YAYY thank you for watching and thank you soo much for subscribing, it really means the WORLD to me!!! 🌎🥰💚

[@LeilaBenamor]

@@LisaHoltDesign thanks. :)

[@EweTube4]

Just found you. Good info, thank you. I like your style, feel like I would say, "come over Lisa let's have some wine". I have subscribed.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Yes ... a glass of wine 🍷 and design!!! 🙂 thanks for subscribing

[@jessicawoodward8911]

OH MY!! I found you while searching interior color tips and this is my 3rd video (ya I squirreled) I now grabbed a notebook when I watch your videos. My living walls are SO high, I don't have a lot of lighting, windows in my home only a few have slightly decent curtains because the windows are longer than normal. Never thought about the rod placement and the drapery placement!!! I now know I need to have custom drapery. Still stuck on my wall colors and where to go with them. Thanks again for the amazing video!!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

OMG Jessica thank you for this sweet comment!!! 🥰 Don't forget I try to link everything in the description for you guys -- don't want your hand to get tired from too much note taking!! 🤣🤣 If any questions come up about your space don't be afraid to head over to www.lisaholt.com/design-resources and drop it into my Q&A box!!! 😁 So glad to have you as part of the youtube fam, and happy new year!! 🥳💖

[@babyace247]

What type of lightbulbs do you recommend (daylight, soft white, cool white etc)? Does it depend on the space?

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Such a great question! Yes, it does depend upon the space and what you're planning to do in it. Personally, I rarely use cool white unless I'm in a space that needs a lot of blue introduced. It tends to be harsh on the skin tones, and SKUs other colors. So I'm usually opting for soft white especially if it's a LED thanks so much for subscribing!

[@stellabella2827]

It most Definitely depends on the space.....❤

[@malissa100]

Super useful. Definitely deserve more views. What a content.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Malissa!!! 🙌🏻 This is so sweet, thank you!!! 🥰💙 So glad you enjoyed watching this video as much as I enjoyed making it, and hope you're having a fabulous Tuesday!! 💚

[@ilemsanmartin996]

Love, Love, Love This Video Girl! Can you do a video on long hallways that have 4-6 doors. Want to do a “THIS IS US” Family Gallery Wall. 😍😍😍

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Thank you SO much for joining my channel! Great request! I'll add it to the list of videos to come! Why don't you join my club when I launch it! Send me a hi to [e-mail] and I'll put you on the list.

[@jenniferhansen210]

I just found your channel. I love your video's and I sooo love that you understand that life is messy and talk about designing with this in mind. I would love it if you would show more examples in the videos. Like using a back light for a plant or examples of the good next to the bad. But regardless I am a fan. Thanks for sharing these insights with us!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

You got it, Jenifer! I’m working on a design disasters video soon, they’ll be lots of pictures of things we shouldn’t do as well in that one🤣🤣🤣😘😘😘

[@montsepugh3878]

I've heard from other designers that having a bedroom set isn't good... what are your takes on that? Is that even if it's a nice set from Pottery Barn? or are there certain rules?

[@timturner3011]

Paint it & donate or sell the remaining items

[@timturner3011]

Paint some of the furniture & mix pieces if you have a chest in Living room put in bedroom, Practically speaking I like bedroom furniture since I like my clothes organized & a home for everything

[@timturner3011]

No rules regarding bedroom furniture! You do what you LIKE! Everything is a trend !!!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Tim, so True! Great suggestions! Only rule is you need it to function for YOU! Check out my new vid on design styles to get some more inspiration! Thanks so much for watching and being a part of my channel, there’s lot more fun stuff coming

[@stellabella2827]

Some people really like the uniformity of a matching bed set, it's calmer and more clean looking to them, including subconsciously, meaning they may not know how to describe it but it helps their nerves to see uniformity in the bedroom with matching pieces. It's soothing to the eye and more calming for some people who really Need it after a stressful day at work. After all, it's supposed to be the most soothing and comfortable and relaxing room in the home, besides but more so than the living room. Good sleep and 'your domain--your bedroom' is Quite Important, esp in these times. Don't forget to encourage organization, de-cluttering and letting go of stuff in the bedroom and the closet in there. Most people do not realize how much they have over-shopped and now own. Encouraging the awareness of so much clutter being a dragging force of negative energy and too much stuff everywhere is just a sad vicious cycle for many....They see it all and get depressed about it. Instead of getting some things out of the house through donation to Goodwill or holding a garage sale, they go shop some more! Bringing in Even More stuff into the home. Americans just do Not realize how much they overshop for things they might use just once or twice, left to sit in a corner, cluttering up a messy shelf, thrown under the bed, or literally stuffed into a closet, ultimately forgotten about and has now lost 75-80% of its cost value. Do people even realize??? There are now re-sale apps like LetGo and Mercari and ebay where you can get $ for your items too--if you have the patience for a real buyer to see it and claim it. Otherwise, it just sits there cluttering your precious space, claiming delicate positive energy you need around you. *Be more Mindful next time you go out to "shop." Do you NEED it? Will it make you Really happy for awhile? Is it worth the space it will take up in your home? Being mindful, as you see on magazines at the grocery store--THIS is what it means! This is your home and your space after all. It affects your mind and peace more than you know. If owning it will make you happy or it will be quite useful, then the purchase is justified. But in 2 or 3 or 4 years, will you Still be happy to own it? Will it be hard to get rid of? Just some thoughts.

[@crscott25]

These videos are amazing. My husband and I are currently building a home. Several of the topics you have covered have been topics of discussion between us. Your information on furniture scale, window treatments and lighting are just what we have been looking for. I will also be watching the video on picking paint colors. Thank you and look forward to future videos! 😀

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Thank you for the kind comments! Oh congrats on the new home! Be sure to send us photos to [e-mail] when you guys are finish so we are able share with the rest of the club!

[@FotisKazantzidis]

Great tips! Cant wait for the lighting video! Bring us some smart led lighting ideas!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Yes, will def hit on LED, it's tricky but once you know, you''ve got it mastered! Stay tuned:)

[@lauratruthseekingWarrior]

My bathrooms are both 2 different shades of blue, they are soft, pleasing to the eyes and beautiful! Theses rooms do not make anyone look sick, unless they are already sick, LOL!!!

[@ayurvedalondon7108]

just a tip for men, nothing ruins the mood of a romantic evening more than a 100 watt light bulb!

[@aurazamora649]

Straight to the point and with concise explanation....

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Aura!! 🙌🏻 I LOVE giving you guys advice that you can actually use - I'm so glad this video was helpful! 🤩💚 Thank you for this super sweet comment, and happy Tuesday! 🥰💕

[@kymmorello6459]

Could you address all the different light bulbs? Some say Daylight, Incandescent, Vivid white, Edison, Bright white, LED, Fluorescent, on and on! Some are very yellow when on and others are daylight or even brighter. When you are lighting a room, I guess the question is what ambiance you want to create, but I'll bet there are also some rules? Just discover your youtube :) Very fun, thank you!

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Great question! Why don’t you drop me a Hi at [e-mail] and that way I'll be able to answer your questions more easily. Thanks so much for joining my channel!

[@jennifercgraf5304]

I'd love a video about this. When I sold my home, and had it professionally staged, we changed all the light bulbs and it made a HUGE difference, especially for online pictures.

[@ladykemma3]

My style is traditional, like english country house. I chose warm LED, that have a yellow coating. Eliminated the fridge interior look.

[@elidevento1172]

Thank you for teaching me the exact use of a rug: I used your suggestions to create a beautiful space for plants on my balcony. What a difference! Again thank you Madam :-)

[@LisaHoltDesign]

ELIDE!! YAYYY I am so thrilled you found my channel, that is WHY I created it in the first place! 😇 I LOVE hearing about projects you guys are up to! If you're looking to do more projects, make SURE you're signed up for my new Dezign Club at www.lisaholt.com/thedezignclub!!! 💙 It launches this summer!! You'll be able to share photos of your space and receive advice from yours truly - I think you might love it!! 🥰🥰

[@florperez163]

Mine curtains totally shrank after I washed them. 😂 My dog had an accident and had to wash them. Thankfully my couch covers the bottom.

[@zuuzsh.4373]

You can ad to them in the Bottom,in a another color& make it like a design , you can search ,you will c a lot of them in Pinterest ( as example ! ),,, AND mind u you don’t hv to sew them ,there is a fabric tape ,use it IF you can’t sew ,with pleasure 😊

[@booksb3983]

I can relate to OFF white paint!!! Moved into a home with a white paint that was so awful..it leaned toward blue. I had to re-paint the whole house in a warm white.

[@aliioana8586]

I was planning to declutter big time back in 2017 after my fall semester at college, but then we lost our house to the Tubbs Fire, so i got the decluttering done easy peasy😂😂

[@LisaHoltDesign]

OMG, I know, several people I know lost everything in a fire… It makes you not want to collect as much, because you just don’t need it right?💞😘😘

[@carmenzen1641]

Thank you for your precious advice. I found you by chance but now I will follow you because I am redecorating my flat.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

HI Carmen! I sure hope that my videos help! Thank you so much for subscribing to the channel.. LOTS more coming soon!

[@alionaod7804]

I personally hate it when curtains touch the floor. It looks messy and just plain wrong to have them bunch up where they touch the floor. And let's not forget the dust and dirt they'll accumulate if they continuously touch the floor.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Good points Aliona 🙂. I personally like the look, but it can be impractical in many situations (like kids, dogs, cats)... thanks for watching

[@sadiatasnim24]

Exactly! I need 4 people to hold all the curtains up until the floor dries up after moping the floor. 😅

[@evelynedavid9564]

Aliona Od . i make sure that my drapes don’t touch the floor. All of our electric baseboard heaters are located right under the windows. Too much of a fire hazard. Even with curtain guards. Sorry but safety first, design second.

[@scpatl4now]

You know, they dont have to bunch up on the floor, but they can be floor length without a gap. Nothing to me looks worse than curtains that are too short. It's like it draws your eye to it. You know something doesn't look right even if you dont realize it's the curtains. I have made many sets of curtains over the years (It's why I'm a plantation blinds fan myself)

[@sadiatasnim24]

Scott P I like the same. Kissing the floor. 😊

[@kathystewart6751]

Lisa, thrilled to have stumbled across your vids. Lighting questions : When / where would you use a torchiere? Also, what do you think of using a single lamp or floor lamp in a sedate, tasteful Tiffany style ? Ever ? Where ? If not, why not ? Could you talk more about back lighting, (or is it called indirect lighting ? ) Anything but that glare-in-yer-eye trendy stuff.....enough of it already !

[@MomtoZnE]

It’s very inexpensive to put just about any light fixture on a dimmer. About $10 for the light switch only, about $30 for a WiFi-enabled light switch or $10-15 for a smart plug that you can plug ANY lamp into. Home Depot or Lowe’s.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Thanks MomtoZnE! I love 💕 it when you guys share shuch helpful info with the community!!!

[@Richard-vq7ud]

I have been doing the area rugs cut off the roll. I like continuity throughout the house. Each room has a custom rug, and its cheap and easy to trade out when it gets too worn. I also love natural light and agree, warm whites are the way to go. I hate the gray trend going now. Almost every new home is gray interior. I did play with the hems on the drape panels. I made them almost touch floor. I just cant get used to drapes draging on floor. Thanks for all the tips. I love coming home to a beautiful clean house.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Sounds like a beautiful home and sounds like your on the right track!! 🙂 keep on watching!

[@immahuman9483]

Do the carpets cut from the roll have finished edges?

[@Richard-vq7ud]

@@immahuman9483 no they don't, but believe me, you don't need hemmed edges. I bought a cheap short shag, and the carpet fibers cover the edges, so it looks really good. Once in a while you need to trim a few stray threads, but that's it. I have a giant oval in my living, and custom squares in 5 other rooms. I love the look and continuity. Good luck!

[@GlueGunsRoses]

🤦‍♀️ I'm good on all of the besides the rug. My living is an odd shape so our furnitue does hang off half way. A larger rug won't fit.. Without a rug it looks cold

[@wendtils]

I'm in the same boat! Except my current rug is too big (a lot of empty space behind the couch) and the other standard sizes are too small. Lisa's comment about the rug defining the furniture grouping makes sense though.

[@samynaxaidan]

@@wendtils You could stack two smaller rugs in an area.

[@wendtils]

@@samynaxaidan What would that look like?

[@samynaxaidan]

@@wendtils You chose two smaller rectangular rugs that complement each other; same colour palette but different texture or same texture, but slightly different hues. Make sure one rug fits at least the length longest furniture (ex. sofa) The two rugs will have a corner overlap, at least a third of the superficie. For pictures, google layered rugs.

[@wendtils]

@@samynaxaidan Thank you for the suggestion! I definitely found some looks I like.

[@lauriewoodward2894]

Hi Lisa, my favorite word when it comes to decor is edit aka get rid of clutter. Also the eye needs to rest somewhere meaning leave some corners and walls bare. Less stuff.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Totally Laurie!!! 🙌🏻 I am ALL about establishing those clutter free zones all around your home!!! 💜👏🏻 The easiest and cheapest way to improve your design!!! Love this comment- thanks for watching!!! 💕🤩

[@deetleskeet]

Normally hate interior design videos. Usually the designer is pushing their style. Really like this lady, though. She has a LOT of great tips. Definitely going to subscribe.

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Welcome new subscriber! I think what your picking up is my deep desire to help you get what you want, for your home done right! It’s not about me! I always thinking about how to empower you all in design! Thanks 😊

[@zoeannyussman1590]

Lisa- how high should a “chandelier” type fixture be from the table below it ?

[@LisaHoltDesign]

Good question, depending upon the style of pendant you have, the bottom of the pendant should not be any closer than 30 inches to the top of the table, but could be as high as 35, depending upon the scale and shape of the fixture, the table, and your ceiling height.