red x's and arrows pointing at a tufted chair, a small rug, and florescent lights in a modern living room
Some home-decor trends don't impress interior designers.
  • Interior designer Brooke Lang shared which decor pieces she would never have in her home.  
  • Open kitchen shelving is impractical and a major dust collector. 
  • The designer also said to stay away from paper window shades and harsh lighting.

Home design can be tough when you don't have the knowledge and skills of a professional designer.