Design pros say incorporating your SOs interests can be a creative collaboration rather than a challenge to overcome.
Dane Tashima
Living with someone can present challenges, including blending your unique preferences and tastes in home decor.
Fortunately, interior designers are well-versed in this area.
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They regularly assist their clients in creating unique, bespoke designs that reflect thepersonal styleof the individuals living there.
Read on for their top seven tips for integrating your SOs interests into your home decor.
This task is simple for some, especially if you have similar tastes and aesthetics.
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Think soft, layered neutrals, warm woods, or matte finishes that can bridge the gap between styles.
Often, its the blendnot the matchthat brings a space to life, she says.
Values may include things like comfort, versatility, functionality, and warmth.
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Give Each Other Some “Wins”
Compromise is necessary when blending decor preferences.
Incorporating each others non-negotiables in the space is priority number one, followed by the rest of the design.
No one should have to live with something they despise.
Naturally, there will be some areas where someone has no strong opinions while the other one does.
These situations provide excellent opportunities for the other to have complete autonomy over the decisions.
Personalization and individual character can be brought to the space later using accessories, textiles, and decor.
For example, that large video game console your partner wants in the living room?
Rather than a challenge to overcome, consider it a creative collaboration ripe with possibility.
“This turns their passion into an intentional design feature rather than clutter.”
In addition, accessories are a great way to unify differing furniture styles.
Recall the vintage chair handed down for generations in your partners family that doesntreallymatch your style.
