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Design Lessons

By inspireddesigntalk

Real design lessons from living in the same home for over 25 years.prefer for new homeowners!

Because your family will definitely help you spend the money… but wont be there to help you clean it.

Twenty years ago, we more than doubled the size of our house. 
At the time, it felt like the right move for our family.

But what I didn’t think about was how much more there would be to clean and maintain.

Now it takes me almost a full day to clean the whole house.

Bigger isn’t always better. 
Think long term before you build or buy bigger.

#homedesign #interiordesignerlife #foreverhome #realhomesofinstagram #realhome

Friendly reminder: your cozy designer living room… is still going to be a real life family room.

#livingroomdesign #interiordesignerlife #relatable #familylife #foreverhome

Twenty years ago, we more than doubled the size of our home.
 At the time, it felt like the right move.

What I didn’t think about was how much more there would be to clean and maintain.

Now it takes almost a full day to clean the whole house.
Bigger isn’t always better.
 Think long term before you build or buy bigger.

#homedesign #homeownership #designlesson #realhomelife #interiordesignerlife foreverhome

We’ve lived in our first home for over 25 years.

Back then, my husband mostly watched and chatted with the contractors whenever something needed fixing.
But little did I know, he was actually learning.

Now he’s the one fixing things around the house.

There’s a big difference between a new homeowner and one with decades of experience.
Growth takes time.

#realhomelife #homeownership #interiordesignerlife #homerenovation #foreverhome

Twenty years ago, this living room had a ceiling fan in the center.

For the makeover, we wanted something more dramatic, so we added this chandelier—and it completely changed the room.

The only regret?
I probably didn’t need all those can lights to begin with.

Sometimes less really is more.

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#livingroomdesign #beforeandafter #lightingdesign #interiordesigntips #homerenovation

I always think I can do it all myself.

My husband is much better at knowing when it’s time to hire help.

Real lesson learned — sometimes waiting or asking for help saves you money, time, and stress.
Bathroom vanity, bathroom remodel, mirror template

#LTKHome #LTKOver40 #LTKstorytime

If you’re a new homeowner, this is your reminder:
You don’t need to renovate everything at once.

This vanity was part of a 20-year-old bathroom designed during the Tuscan trend.
Instead of replacing it, we painted it Chantilly Lace — and it completely transformed the space.

Live in your home first.
Your needs (and style) will change over time 🤍

#LTKstorytime #LTKdayinmylife #LTKHome

Friendly reminder you can always find a look for less with a little bit of time and energy. Just saying.

I was completely obsessed with the visual comfort bubble chandelier lighting but when you need two it’s time to find a more affordable option for the bathroom remodel! You won’t believe where these are from!

Links to shop are always on my LTK!

#LTKmomlife #LTKHome #LTKOver40

Subway tile feels like a safe, affordable choice… until dye lots don’t match.

We ended up with two different shades, and fixing it would’ve cost more in labor than the tile itself.
Learn from our bathroom remodel mistake!

#LTKHome #LTKOver40 #LTKstorytime

Still obsessed with this Jonathan Adler living room chandelier and wall sconces. It’s so cozy and warm!!

#LTKHome #LTKOver40 #LTKdayinmylife

Hardwood floors everywhere felt like a dream when we remodeled the house… until refinishing became the reality 😅
Anyone else living through this?

#realhomes
#marriedlife
#homerenovation
#designmistakes
#foreverhome

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