Decorating & Design
These Designers Share The One Thing Every Room Needs
Updated on July 26, 2023
We checked in with some of our favorite design pros to learn their go-to moves. Find out below!
Every Room Needs: A Touch Of Pink
“We’re scattering pink all over our projects now, not in a way that feels overly feminine, though we will gladly take it to the max if our client feels adventurous. A dusty plaster pink, like Farrow & Ball’s Setting Plaster is not too loud, and it gives a glow to our rooms.” – Lynn Kloythanomsup of Landed Interiors & Homes
To see a kitchen in this soft and romantic hue, click here.
Every Room Needs: Interesting Architectural Details
“This room was ordinary and did not blend in with the architectural style of the house. We made these arches and automatically everything softened and seemed more finished.” – Johanne Nadeau
Every Room Needs: A Piece Of The Past
“This infuses timeless character and a sense that the room has come together over time and feels lived in. I always love to add an antique or vintage piece that’s imperfect, showing wear and patina, or use moldings to replicate a historical detail. My favorite piece to add to any space is an old chair, either a rustic antique or modern classic.” – Carol Reed
Every Room Needs: Art
“Art, soul and an unexpected mix” – Richard Ouellette from Les Ensembliers
Every Room Needs: A Rustic Vase
“A vintage or rustic vase – we use them in every project.” – Tiffany Leigh at Tiffany Leigh Design
Every Room Needs: Multiple Sources Of Lighting
“They are the jewelry in a room. The Hook Pond Living Room is a great example. During the day it is flooded with natural light, but at night there is a chandelier, along with wall sconces flanking the mirror and two types of floor lamps. One adjustable for reading and the other a floor lamp with a fabric shade that softly illuminates that section of the room.” – Stephanie Brechbuehler at Workstead
Every Room Needs: One-of-a-Kind Vintage Pieces
“More than ever, the importance of incorporating one-of-a-kind vintage pieces allows us to add a unique dialogue to our designs while reducing the overall carbon footprint.” – Elizabeth Metcalfe
Every Room Needs: Comfort
“We are firm believers that you should want to use every room in your home and that it should look great yes, but above all, be comfortable.” – Erin Feasby, Cindy Bleeks, Feasby and Bleeks Design
Every Room Needs: A Natural Light Source Or Mirror
“A natural light source or mirror to reflect light, preferably a floor mirror.” – Colleen McGill
Every Room Needs: A Statement Piece
“Whether it’s a chair, art piece, lighting or anything in between, a room needs a stellar moment for the eye to focus on. For me, it is always a gorgeous piece of art. Select something that you love and not something that works with the space. You won’t be disappointed.” – Aly Velji
Every Room Needs: Sleek Built-in Storage.
“Whether it’s a spot to tuck away your purse and coat, kids toys or coffee maker and toaster, home is so much more relaxing and zen when there’s a dedicated spot for all that daily clutter — tucked out of sight!” – Stephanie Brown
Every Room Needs: Layers Of Lighting
“We love incorporating low wall mounted floor lights for accent lighting at night, table lamps and wall sconces for a warm glow, a pendant or chandelier to highlight a section of the room, and overhead pot lights for general lighting. A mixed approach for lighting will always give you the best lighting from day to night or season to season, and everything must be on a dimmer!” – Veronica Martin at Two Fold Interiors