20 There are specific design rules you have to adhere to.
The biggest mistake people make when decorating their homes? Believing that there are specific design rules that everyone should follow. “I’m not only a design professional in real life, but I also teach interior design so take it from me: there are no hard and fast rules—at least not for people who are interested in comfortable, livable, design that works for them,” says Gianna. “Trust your gut and always consult a professional who is not married to ‘rules.’”