How To Be Mad About Your House

THE RULES OF THE RUG

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Where to find inspiration

Finding inspiration: the boutique hotels

Finding inspiration: the department store

Finding inspiration: the clothes store

Kate’s mantra

Finding your red thread

Are your rooms in the right place?

Using your space effectively

Zoning large spaces and creating work from home spaces

Planning your lighting

What flooring where?

How to get the most out of your bathroom

How to plan the perfect kitchen

First impressions matter: getting the hallway right

How to choose the right paint

We need to talk about white paint

The rules of the rug

Hanging artwork

Adding character

Mixing patterns and textures

Shopping for vintage

Should I follow trends?

How to use Pinterest

How to reach an agreement with partners and children

The rules of the rug

Rugs are an important part of an interior designer's toolkit. During this lesson, Kate discusses all aspects of rug selection, from the various shapes to choosing the right texture.

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