AN interior designer has revealed the mistakes that many people make in their homes. So if you want your home to impress your guests, then you’ll need to listen up and take notes. Kelly Hoppen , an Interior Designer , Author, Entrepreneur and Product Designer, who was also a ‘Dragon’ on BBC Two’s Dragons’ Den , has taken to social media to share her ‘do’s and don’ts’ when it comes to interior design.
Posting online, the curly-haired , South African-born star explained why your front door is key, as well as the mistake many people make in small bathrooms. Not only this, but she also revealed the carpet error that she can’t stand, as well as the fireplace trend that will make your home look like an altar. According to Kelly, it’s key that you pay attention to your front door.
She explained: “Very important, do make it an absolute star piece, so whatever colour you choose is really important. “Don’t crowd it with plants that are too big or don’t put plants that are too small. Everything has to be balanced and in perspective.
” As well as this, Kelly shared her wallpaper advice, as she advised: “Only hang it on one wall - make it a feature. “Don’t hang it on the ceiling, and the walls, and the skirtings.” When it comes to marble, Kelly added: “If you’re going to do marble on a wall, in a kitchen, always bookmark it so that it’s exactly the same.
“Don’t - not bookmark.” Where carpet is concerned, Kelly shared her tip for choosing .