The designer told what decisions should be abandoned and how to make the interior stylish and modern. Together with an expert, we decided to figure out what to avoid in the interior so that it does not turn into bad taste.

1. Everything in one color

If you decorate the entire interior in one color and its many shades, the room will seem boring and tasteless. To make the interior look stylish and harmonious, you need to think over contrasting combinations, build accents. In addition, different color options still need to be able to combine correctly. 

2. Infantilism

When trying to create a cozy, feminine interior, it is important not to overdo it. Otherwise, an apartment with an abundance of pink shades, ruffles, and floral patterns will look like a dollhouse. If you want to add tenderness to the interior, then use light neutral shades as a base. Instead of hot pink, it is better to choose dusty and pastel colors. A floral print can be used in small doses, for example, on cushions. 

3. Dust in your eyes

Do not seek to furnish the apartment expensively. Prop decor will not make the interior better, but, on the contrary, will make it cheaper. Avoid artificial elements: plastic stucco molding, cheap photo wallpaper, wall paneling, imitation of natural materials.

Look for versatile interior styles such as Scandinavian, loft, or minimalism. They are able to make the room stylish without unnecessary decor. 

4. Bright textiles with whimsical patterns

Textiles are a full-fledged part of the interior. It can organically complement the furnishings, make it more comfortable and stylish, or, conversely, ruin the whole design. For example, a strange pattern on bedding with acid colors will destroy the harmonious setting of the bedroom and nullify the designer’s efforts. It is better to choose a single-color bedding set – it looks stylish and expensive. 

5. Curtains with lambrequin

Sophisticated multi-layer curtain designs make the interior tasteless. The trend is simplicity, lightness, and minimalism. In modern interiors, designers prefer to use laconic natural fabrics and when decorating windows they are guided by the rule: the less, the better. 

6. Decorative tiles in the bathroom

If the area of ​​the bathroom is small, then the design should be modest and concise. The sophisticated tile decor will make the room visually even cramped and uncomfortable. Mixing tiles of different colors, borders, mosaics – all this should be avoided. In a large bathroom, one or two zones can be distinguished with tiles of a different color or other textures, for example, porcelain stoneware with imitation of stone or wood. 

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7. Colorful kitchen set

Glossy acid-colored facades and an apron depicting flowers, fruits, or cities look pretentious and cheap. If you want your kitchen to look trendy and modern, opt for natural neutrals paired with wood or stone textures. Use a matte finish instead of shine.