Where would you put a rug in this foyer? I was thinking a 3 x 5 in front of the door? submitted by /u/PhloxyFox

Will I regret not going for a panel ready refrigerator? We are doing a complete kitchen renovation. We have the funds for a panel ready refrigerator, but the price is off putting to me. We are a couple that likes to save money as well when we can. I do like the look of paneled refrigerators, but panel ready refrigerators seem exorbitant in price. I also really don’t mind seeing my refrigerator. Wil…

Help with weird asymmetrical apartment/living room I rented this small apartment and although I like how the asymmetrical living room feels, I’m having a hard time figuring out the layout. Particularly, I have no idea where to put the couch (and the TV), or even if I should have one. I really liked this small (130cm in length) two-seat couch that turns into a bed if a friend wants to sleep over,…

How to build/design a new house with character? How to build/design a new house with character? We had a home built a few years ago. It’s very pretty and new looking. We decorated it to our style and have enjoyed it. The home is what I would call transitional style. However, here is the discussion I want to have with you: Recently I saw a home that was built in the 70s. It has so much charact…

Help with colours! Hello everyone! I am doing a kitchen renovation and I would like some help with color selection! My lower perimeter and island cabinets are natural walnut colour. I am needing help deciding on the upper color cabinet colors. I’ve decided I am going to paint the entire room Benjamin Moore “White dove” with Benjamin Moore “Simply White” for tri…

Awkward Living Room Layout Hello! Our new house has a beautiful living room with a nice bay window but the doorways make the room hard to layout. We like to spend our time watching tv and being comfy so we want a sectional to face the TV (has been mounted above fireplace). Photos are from staging when we purchased the house and picture with green walls is our very tempor…

has anyone come up with a clever solution to toning down fluorescent lighting that is too bright at work? I’m in a windowless room and yes I have lamps. I’m in a windowless room, submitted by /u/claymaggie

Have you been to the placid design center in Los Angeles and what is your experience? submitted by /u/Numerous_Training_12

Office Space Conversion Originally, a 1 Bed 2 Bath work/live and now a 3 bed 3.5 bath with pool and outdoor patio built above grade to sit flush with old loading dock height on backside of property. submitted by /u/HockeyfanF1

Need advice on making Mid Century Modern work in a Federal / Greek Revival Style Home So its pretty straightforward, I love MCM but bought a house that I love but it is a federal/ greek revival style home, Do you have any tips on how to mesh these two so they don’t look chaotic? One of the ways I am thinking is by keeping the furniture mid-century but bringing in things like Those brass grand mirrors and Art work/decor pieces wit…

Few ideas for new room layout! I’ve been thinking about this for a while but I can’t seem to get a good configuration of this room and hoping you guys can help. It’s quite narrow room previously was a garage. I’ve attached a few ideas, part of me thinks our existing sofa doesn’t work but I don’t want to change it yet. Don’t hold back on your critique of my ideas! submitt…

Mod applications are open. Looking for mods for /r/interiordesign Without going into too much detail, we need another mod here – just wondering if anyone might be keen to get involved. Please PM me if: you’re an /r/interiordesign regular your account’s more than a year old you have a respectable amount of comment karma you’re not here to …

What is the “basics/foundation” knowledge of interior design? I’m 26 years old, been an illustrator/artist my whole life and went to art school. I work in home decor product development and fell in love with interior design. In art school we are required to learn the “basics/foundation” of art (the color wheel, perspective drawing, etc.) and once we familiarize ourselves with the foundation then our advanc…

Before Buying Furniture for my Bedroom, can I get a vibe check on my ideas? I just painted my room green (shamrock from SW) and before I buy more furniture I wanted opinions and to see if Im nuts about my plans. Ignore the Katana, a parent bought it. Generally want a cozy and bookish atmosphere, planning on shelves and a large, large desk opposite the fireplace. Fabrics and accent decorations, warm tones and lighter gre…

Is this transition ok? We want to replace our carpet with vinyl, but we can’t find a match to our existing planks. We thought maybe contrasting them wouldnt look weird (as opposed to having slightly off, similar planks). Does this look terrible, are we breaking any design rules doing this and will regret it? submitted by /u/SlippyNipz

Interior Design and Psychiatric Hospitals Updated Survey: I am doing research on how the design of psychiatric hospitals affects the moods and/or behaviors of its patients. Here is the link: https://ousurvey.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2sZBYpWX73RMr9I More Info: Because mental health is a sensitive topic, I kept my questions focused on the design aspects. The two most personal questions a…

How much do first year right out of school interior designers make in big commercial firms in NYC? Thinking of majoring in interior design. Wondering what the salary is in a city such as NYC? How difficult is it to get a job at a big commercial firm in interior design? Also, sorry if this is the wrong flair, I’m new to the community. Please correct me if it is. submitted by /u/Iluvpossiblities

Help me choose a temporary chair… My leather chairs are going to be 8 weeks out and I need something temporary while waiting. What complements the blue sofa and wood floors best that can also blend in another room once the permanent chairs arrive? submitted by /u/oldfashion_millenial

Is it a bad idea to have a bathroom/dressing room downstairs? We’re completely renovating the downstairs of our house and having an extension built. We’ll be adding a bathroom downstairs and I like the idea of having a dressing room adjoined so that I can get completely ready downstairs of a morning because I like to get up early and get ready before the kids wake up. We have a 1 year old and sometimes the…

Does the Anton Dining Bench 72″ really have a weight limit of 300lbs? submitted by /u/ircirc