I'm an interior decorator. Here are 8 things I'd never have in my own backyard.

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A wooden deck with an upholstered yellow couch, two chairs with white cushions, and several planters
Designing a great backyard space can be challenging, even for an interior decorator like myself.

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I'm an interior designer. Here are 7 things that should never be in your living room.

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A living room with blue walls, open bookshelves, and lots of decor.
As an interior designer, I don't think cluttered book collections should be in a living room.

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I'm a mom of 3 and an interior designer. It's OK not to give your kids the decor they're asking for.

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Lauren Behfarin has three kids and designs kids' rooms for a living.

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I'm an interior stylist. Here are 5 things in your living room you should probably get rid of.

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White sofa in living room with large lantern-style light, small beige rug
Lighting can make or break a space.

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I'm an interior designer. Here are 6 things I'd buy at Ikea and 6 I'd probably skip.

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Selfie of the writer in front of Ikea
As an interior designer, I think Ikea has some great finds, but there are some things I wouldn't be likely to buy there.

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11 home trends you'll probably regret in a few years, according to interior designers

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Living room with gray and white couches, TV abovefireplace
Not all trends are built to last.

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An interior designer shares 11 things she'd never have in her own home

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Living room with vaulted ceilings, leather couch, large coffee table
Some interior designers have a few styles, furniture pieces, and trends, they will always try to avoid.

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6 home-decor choices that will never go out of style, according to interior designers

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A living room, complete with a couch, accent chair, coffee tables, throw pillows and blankets, artwork, and touches of greenery.
The hallmark of timeless home decor is that it lasts well over time and showcases personality.

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Interior designers share the 9 biggest mistakes people make when decorating a living room — and how to avoid them

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Living room with gray couch on edge of beige rug, ceiling fan, overhead lighting
A few simple design mistakes could be ruining the look of your living room.

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Interior designers share 6 living-room trends that'll be huge this year, and 2 on their way out

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A living room with wood paneling details, a reading nook, and a beige couch.
Craftsmanship and antique decor will both be trending this year.

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