9 Interior Design Mistakes That I Can't Stand! | Small Artwork, Faux Olive Trees, Unlit Candles

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Does your boyfriend, husband, wife, or girlfriend do something that just rubs you the wrong way? As in, they do something that's a total turn off? Well, that's called an ICK and I have a few when It comes to interior design! There are some interior design mistakes, habits, and trends that just rub me the wrong way, so in today's video, we're chatting about just that. This video is about 9 of my interior design pet peeves!!!!!!
Think of this video as a rant/me sharing what we're all thinking but are too polite to say, haha! The most important takeaway from this video is that we all have different perspective when it comes to interior design styles, trends, and habits. Just because I like something doesn't mean that you have to and vice versa and I absolutely love the discourse that this generates!
What are your design pet peeves? I can't wait to hear what your interior design pet peeves are down in the comments!
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:45 Furniture & Rugs
02:29 Small Artwork
03:57 Pillows
05:19 Chairs Under Dining Tables
07:04 Candles
08:58 Faux Olive Trees
10:34 Sinks & Countertops
12:07 Picture Lights
14:02 Furniture Backing
15:46 Outro
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@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

What’s your BIGGEST interior design pet peeve? ⬇️

@shylo-jean Жыл бұрын

Too much clutter that gives me anxiety amd can't relax. Not hoarder level, but something in every flat surface, in every room. ick

@futoijosei Жыл бұрын

@@shylo-jean I see where you're coming from. I used to clean houses for people and I get anxiety thinking about how hard some rooms are to clean.

@quicheitsimple Жыл бұрын

A $3000 TV with mounted over the fireplace. That's a delicate piece of electronics circuit artistry and it's exposed to temps greater than 100 degrees, since heat rises. Only place to put a TV? Guess what? We ain't gonna have no darn TV. 😂

@Angie-ci1lp Жыл бұрын

Everything MIRRORED AND BLING ! BLING! 😎

@gloriat8427 Жыл бұрын

Clutter and Hanging pictures too high

@AMSA.3208 Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you mentioned unfinished backing on furniture. It amazes me how much something can cost, and the company can’t be bothered to add a backing. It makes it look so cheap even if it costs 3 thousand dollars. It would be like buying a car and getting exposed foam seats to sit on. No one would enjoy or appreciate that.

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you, Alana! I can't get down with it.

@lovealwaysmom Жыл бұрын

150% agree the ICK of no backing, or the flimsy backing that isn't finished. I had asked a KZfaqr why they didn't paint/stain the backs of their DIY flips. Their response was that most people place their furniture against the wall. No No No. I want it finished so that I can place it anywhere in the room. I also have an issue of the under parts of furniture isn't finished. You're playing around on the floor and you look up. Beautiful side table detailed, yet the underside still has paint from the previous owner, crayon markings etc... you get the point. I want 360 degree beauty. OK rant over.

@amberfrazier575 Жыл бұрын

😂

@laurancurtis5669 Жыл бұрын

@@lovealwaysmom I totally agree with you! When I redo my own stuff, I do all surfaces so it's good from all angles!

@youbetcha108 Жыл бұрын

A stainless steel surface is the cleanest surface you can work on. It’s probably the safest choice in terms of cleanliness for a sink. So it’s a design element I’m willing to work around. You can match it up with faucets soap dispensers etc or just ignore it and design around it and know it’s your best choice for cleanliness. Nothing beats it. It’s why restaurants use it for countertops in the kitchen.

@EmeraldMara85 Жыл бұрын

@John Meigs But porcelain enamel do get stained easily from tomatoes

@firebirdtelevision175 Жыл бұрын

I dunno, I kind of disagree. I had stainless steel for 25ish years and found it harder to care for than our new granite polymer sink. When you have hard water and stainless steel, the scrubbing causes lots of scratches, leading to more frequent scrubbing. Our current sink cleans much easier with disinfectant and a soft rag. No more hard scrubbing and way prettier.

@WomanRoaring Жыл бұрын

@@EmeraldMara85 my grams house had a white porcelain enamel sink, it was never stained. we'd use comet to clean it, her house was built in the 60s and we remodeled it after she passed and the sink was still white and stain free in 2010. my mom would dye her hair and use that sink to rinse it all the time, never got stained. we ate a lot of spaghetti and the sauce never stained the sink. you just have to use the right cleaner and don't let tomato sit, rinse that right away.

@RochelleLang Жыл бұрын

My design ick is wall art hung to darn high. Every time I walk into someone’s home and see artwork hung 6 inches from the ceiling my soul leaves my body!

@marynevlida2057 Жыл бұрын

Yes!!!!

@dsinibaldi1715 Жыл бұрын

Omg yes! Ick to tiny art and art that’s too high. Art placed with the center at 57 inches from the floor looks so much better.

@TrishDigginsDesign Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. I don’t know how they can’t see it, either. Sigh.

@giselahilgers4250 Жыл бұрын

Same here! And you see it sooo often!

@fineartlifestyling Жыл бұрын

This goes for wall mounted tvs as well

@carolynchristy Жыл бұрын

A huge "YES!" to if you are going to spend the money then use the item. Whether it is a candle, rug, or those lovely linens that our mothers said are too nice, just use them and enjoy them. Fires, floods, tornadoes and roommates happen. And 100 years from now they will either be in a thrift store or a landfill. Certainly take care of your belongings. But in the end it's just stuff. Don't love something that can't love you back.

@RitualoftheHabit Жыл бұрын

A good rule of thumb is to view a 6 foot art piece from 6 feet away, a 3 foot piece 3 feet away etc etc… if you have a tiny piece of art it needs to go in an intimate or small space like a bathroom, walk in closet, or nook. Otherwise you’re viewing it from too far away

@dismurrart6648 Жыл бұрын

This is a great tip!

@maxthecat14 Жыл бұрын

You are the only person giving decor advice i have seen, that doesn't give patronising advice, or tell us to get rid of our "unfashionable" stuff with new things which invariably look tacky to me. Thank you, I enjoyed your video.

@enna4986 Жыл бұрын

Garrett LeChic on KZfaq.

@douglasflatley1178 Жыл бұрын

One of my biggest pet peeves is loose cushions that are not reversible. They've used some cheap fabric on the back instead of fully covering it. I'd gladly pay more to have it fully covered. And it's not just IKEA doing this!

@evelyninfurna9171 Жыл бұрын

Finish the back of the furniture…lol -the cushion thing enrages me too!

@carriebutler1261 Жыл бұрын

Also I hate cushions attached at the top to the back of the sofa so you can never flip the cushion. They are hideous looking and usually cheap! At least if it’s not finished on both sides you have the option,though tedious, of unzipping the cover and removing the cushion and flipping it over that way. I have a chair from West Elm (Andes chair) that is only finished on one side and this is my only option if I need to flip the cushion.

@rox2870 Жыл бұрын

For the olive tree lovers and keepers, just use some acrylic paint for the back of the leaves, it might be time consuming but it will look so much better. Make sure the green color you use for the back of the leaves is not the same as the front so it'll look more natural, check a pic of olive leaves on line so get a good idea of the green you need; mix paints if needed to get the green you want. 😊 Happy Olive tree keeping 🙆😁

@adhinaya2354 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing.

@gailwilliams5278 Жыл бұрын

I saw a literal postage-stamp sized price of art in an apartment in Paris … and it was gorgeous. An actual (but sizable) postage stamp, generously matted and beautifully framed, approximately 14 wide/12 tall as I recall. But it was a small apartment, a small wall, and it invited up-close viewing.

@sarahterry2140 Жыл бұрын

Thank you - I’ve been to Paris dozens of times and I love that there you find people who choose art for its meaning - not just as part of decoration to match their furniture. I’ve added a comment about my own Paris postage stamp here!

@eileen4851 Жыл бұрын

@@sarahterry2140 Yes, I get art that speaks to me because I’m the one that has to look at it everyday. A also don’t like huge wall art.

@nineteenfortyeight6762 Жыл бұрын

The thing is that Paris apartments are tiny. So the postage stamp would be right up in your face, so tiny is perfect. It's about scale for the space.

@amg9163 Жыл бұрын

My biggest pet peeve is when *throw pillows* have a nice design or fabric on the *front* and a plain, or worse, plain *nin-matching* colored fabric on the back. I realize it's a cost cutting measure for the companies that make the pillows, but I will only get pillows that have the same thing on both sides.

@deesnicecream1402 Жыл бұрын

My biggest pet peeve is a home filled to the nines with every decor style in tiny rooms! Someone I know home is so cluttered with all the beautiful & expensive stuff that you can barely move about without fear of knocking something over. It's never a comfortable visit, and I feel like I've walked into a home goods store and should be shopping there instead! I mean, it just looks like furniture store staging. Complete bedroom sets, living room sets- all the things, every room including the kitchen and bathrooms.

@joysoul4089 Жыл бұрын

I remember when I was just starting out, I bought a stereo cabinet (yes we had stereos then 😆) and it had a finished back. Unusual for a stereo cabinet and I loved it. It's tall-ish and square, and because it's well-made, I have repaired and updated it as needed. I still have it 40 years later and I'm using it for my dog's stuff (clothes, food, grooming supplies.) It's so versatile, and yes, it's currently freestanding in the room near a wall.

@Keyshadarling Жыл бұрын

Please tell us about more icks 😂 because you are hilarious and I know you are so right about absolutely all of it!!

@anticapitalisthomedesign Жыл бұрын

YESSSSS 👏 the the art that's awkwardly too small is my arch nemesis as a designer. I can appreciate thoughtful blank space or even an intentionally tiny piece of art on an appropriately sized wall, but most art in most situations is far too small for the context.

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

I totally agree!!!

@stinehansen191 Жыл бұрын

It is kind of trendy right now 😂😊

@merliciamelius8709 Жыл бұрын

Totally agree I really hate when art is not to scale😏

@sarahterry2140 Жыл бұрын

That’s why I have my art professionally hung by a gallery worker who understands substantial pieces of art and that you don’t want the small ones to get lost on a large wall. It’s definitely worth the money for a few hours of their time and in major cities the top galleries can recommend people who actually know art.

@pigeon8311 Жыл бұрын

@@KivaBrent @medora kea Please don't see art just as decoration. Real art worth its money if you like it, just find the right place to put it! Maybe use another frame or use a gallery wall for smaller pieces. But please don't speak of art when it's just a decoration hanging on your wall (maybe just filling a gap) and has nothing meaningfull to you.

@christianjane8401 Жыл бұрын

Yes the unfinished furniture in the back is an ick for me. Especially when you're paying high prices. I recently bought anew bed frame and I was deciding between Arhaus and Pottery Barn and what pushed me to Arhaus is the headboard of bed is finished in the back and Pottery Barn's was not and the only reason I knew the PB headboard was unfinished was because I saw it in store. There was zero mention on the website! With such an expensive bed you need to give people the option of floating their furniture period.

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Period!!!!

@floralscentkim1380 Жыл бұрын

I’m at the 7 minute mark in this video and I had to pause to tell you how much I am enjoying it! You are hilarious today and the topic is interesting. Thanks again for another great video…gotta go…on with the show! 🎥 ❤

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

You're the best! Thank you so much!!

@modernvillacompany Жыл бұрын

Hello my friend . I hope you are fine I would be happy if you visit my channel if you are interested in villa interior design

@laurancurtis5669 Жыл бұрын

@@modernvillacompany Spam much?

@modernvillacompany Жыл бұрын

@@laurancurtis5669 no my friend I send a limited number of messages daily to attract followers, and these messages are only sent to contacts interested in architectural topics.

@modernvillacompany Жыл бұрын

@@laurancurtis5669 I am not spam

@TheBaumcm Жыл бұрын

The great thing about interior design is that while there are general proportions and color mixes that most people agree on, it can be an expression of a person’s personal taste, just like clothing. Several of these seem to be of the “not wrong per se but I hate it” variety.

@billyjobobb Жыл бұрын

My hates are”hacks” to make your space look designer. Things like the chop on pillows, drapes hung from the ceiling, and the rug sizing. Among others…

@Steph_Renee_RN Жыл бұрын

Yes, please we need a pillow video from you!!! Love your helpful content and sassy presentation style!!! Keep ‘em coming 👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻💗

@JillCee Жыл бұрын

I have a senior dog who is starting to have issues. My rug is going to stay a floater so I can clean it easily. Also is a place for my elder pup to have a place where he can grip his feet to stand up. So my rug does have a friend and is a a good friend back to my pup. So it floats!

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

That is the best reason ever!

@gailwilliams5278 Жыл бұрын

You have your priorities straight!

@motherofbeagles8532 Жыл бұрын

Crooked paintings and picture frames! Make me crazy! Stick-Tak is my friend.

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

You and me both!

@ThatPlacefkaNebraskaBugeater Жыл бұрын

I so needed to see this video. I'm a recovering 3rd-generation pack-rat who has had a radical mind-set shift; so, I work toward minimalism because now even a little clutter stresses me out. But I was hung up on the throw pillows that I never use that take up way too much space, but I hang on to them for company who like to sit on the floor to watch movies. But the pillows are too hard on the bum, too. They're outa here! Huge victory! Thank you, Kiva.

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Yay!!! So happy to hear it!

@lezlieanne21 Жыл бұрын

"Just enjoy the things that life has to offer" words to live by.

@amandak6986 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh I feel you with NOT washing dishes by hand😄 I grew up with a dishwasher but my mom never used it and made my brother and I wash by hand! I always say the best invention ever is the dishwasher 😁

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

The best!

@robinoconnor553 Жыл бұрын

Your mom had 2 dishwashers - you and your brother! 😊

@amandak6986 Жыл бұрын

@robinoconnor553 lol yes. She was a very messy cook too and would use a million bowls, pans, utensils 😆 It was torture lol

@MmeO Жыл бұрын

@amanda k Uggg I feel for you - I loved my mom but she'd start with a pot too small and have to dump things into a bigger one - more pots for her helper - me - to wash!!!! When I grew up, my 8 qt pot became my "go to" for everything - she'd say, "You cook in a cauldron!" She passed last year, I so miss her. Your comment brought the childhood memory back.

@modernvillacompany Жыл бұрын

Hello amanda my friend . I hope you are fine I would be happy if you visit my channel if you are interested in villa interior design

@monamohammad6555 Жыл бұрын

I got a faux olive and fig tree and love them! I didn’t know it was a popular thing too, I got them because they remind me of my middle east heritage ❤ gonna keep them 😂

@barbarahaberman349 Жыл бұрын

In the 90's we had fake ficus trees. My husband called it a fakus, and I finally replaced it with a live peace lily.

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Fakus. I love it.

@gigiunderwood3630 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh! I’m with you on the stiff pillows. I bought some throw pillows from World Market, but I replaced the inserts with feather down inserts. They look higher end and are more comfortable now.

@susanmclare Жыл бұрын

You’re 100% on with that Mona Lisa observation! That was the first thing that popped into my head when I saw the thumbnail! I’ve seen it in person and honestly it gives exactly these vibes- seeing something that feels too small for the space gives a feeling of it being underwhelming. To the extent you almost can enjoy the Mono Lisa more just by looking at a good quality picture online! (IMO you’re not missing anything since IRL there’s a permanent queue so you can’t just stand and look, you’re very aware of the line of people waiting behind you 🥵). I spent a long time trying to make different art pieces work and eventually figured out it wasn’t the pieces it was the size. I save my smaller pieces for a gallery wall in a spot where people might be waiting for a minute- like by the doorway- if there was a way to make a small picture on a regular sized wall look good I’m sure I would have found it cos I really tried 😂👌

@BBFLYRISEN 11 ай бұрын

🤣😂🤣😂. The designer I didn’t know I needed. Sis is ALL of that! Can’t wait to work with you on my place. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿❤️💅🏿

@newluhu Жыл бұрын

So glad you mentioned unfinished backing. I went to Ikea, 2 or 3 yrs ago, purchased this piece of furnture and there was no Backing whatsover, i was like 🤔🤔, oh no, i went to home depot to purchased piece of lumber to cover the back and it looks much better. 🤪😊. Tyvm, kiva for the video, EXCELLENT !!!🥰😍

@e471992 Жыл бұрын

Loving the energy in this video 💞 I purchased a real olive tree a month ago...so far so good. I'm hoping it stays alive. 🤞 It's currently budding olives. 🌱

@liasmith696 Жыл бұрын

16:27 Oprah said something similar years ago~ USE the expensive lotion, perfume or candle that you bought or have been gifted. That struck me and stayed with me. Use it, love it and then treat yourself again some other time to something luxurious!

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Love that!

@carolinagirl3110 Жыл бұрын

Totally agree….my mom is bad about waiting for a “special day”….every day is special to me - I ain’t saving nothing!

@terriroberts8594 Жыл бұрын

Life is short. Enjoy the luxurious.

@ga40d23 Жыл бұрын

Stumbled across you here on YT and subscribed in the first 3 minutes of this video. You're energy is just EVERYTHING! So many great tips.

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Welcome!!! Thank you so much :) 💕

@the_wanderlust_interiors Жыл бұрын

My ick is matching furniture and signs like coffee, home etc… 🥲🥲

@carriebutler1261 Жыл бұрын

💯‼️ I’m so glad you said that as I was surprised she did not add those two and I was scrolling down the comments to see if anyone else would mention these. Otherwise, I would add those as my icks. I also hate semi gloss paint on walls. And pretty much everything Kica mentioned.

@tonya7865 Жыл бұрын

Hey Kiva🙂 I was so excited to see a picture of you being recognized as one of VCF designer experts.❤️

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Aw, thank you so much Tonya!! It wouldn't be possible without you :)

@buuurrrrppppp221 Жыл бұрын

Lol seeing the Mona Lisa was one of the most underwhelming experiences of my life 🤣

@lisalovett5902 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the information about the faux olive trees. I have been searching online for weeks trying to find one that looks real and has great reviews. Thank you for saving me money and additional time searching for something that's not out there because I'm now done with the search Also, the unfinished backings on furniture, I remember when companies only seemed to put those cheap cardboard-like backings on children's chests of drawers. I would call the company to complain when the nails wouldn't hold the backing in place and they would actually send a wood-like replacement. I just never could understand and I still don't understand why it's not only still being done with less expensive pieces but the more expensive pieces as well. Now, when that happens, my husband will cut a piece of wood and attach it to the back of these rip-off pieces. By doing this, it actually makes for a much sturdier piece of furniture. You also don't have to worry about the furniture tipping over as much, either because now it actually has some weight to it.

@misscharwinter2233 Жыл бұрын

Unfinished furniture..that is why I love antiques. Real wood and finished on all sides.

@izishillboldon6036 Жыл бұрын

What a video! I am enjoying the hell out of this. I feel ya lady. Keep this one in a file for me. I feel the exact same way in life that you are expressing out loud for me. I have always felt this way but did not know if I was right or not. I feel you 100% on ALL that you stated in this video. I am going to watch this a couple of times again and note this video once I find a house that fit my style. Great, great, great job. You are the Queen of Decorating.

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Wow, you agree with everything I said, Izishill?! That is SUCH high praise! I appreciate you!!!!

@claremiller9979 11 ай бұрын

Omg i had never even thought about how annoying the unfinished furniture thing is but YES. 100% agree. My desk is L shaped and i actually like having it in the middle of the room so I can put another side table on the side of it (making it almost T shaped i guess) but!!! The back of that L is unfinished and it looks BAD. I need to put some contact paper on it or something. You have inspired me. I'm going to officeworks this weekend and imma fix this eyesore (i can even see the unfinished part in the reflection of the window 🤮)

@motherofbeagles8532 Жыл бұрын

Don't down yourself by saying you are basic and predictable. A sink/countertop/backsplash is an expensive investment that you can't easily change out on a whim. What you have chosen is called: Classic!

@tinaellison3521 Жыл бұрын

So many truths! Decor is a minefield! My new sofa came with unforgiving pillows. I would love a video on pillow inserts!

@TonyaR213 Жыл бұрын

“Just enjoy the things that life has to offer” ❤️

@glenysburgoyne7128 Жыл бұрын

Like the comments about not finished furniture and the scale of the lighting for art (I confess, my lighting is too small so now I'm inspired to get the right scale). Really appreciate you, thanks for sharing!

@loriegabidel Жыл бұрын

I don't buy super expensive candles because I probably wouldn't burn them. I used to only buy Target/Walmart/Amazon candles, but I did allow myself to upgrade to nice candles from a local small business. They have a better throw and come in gorgeous reusable containers, so the cost probably balances out.

@whenitsjune Жыл бұрын

I actually appreciate my chairs not completely fitting under the dining table because it makes the dining area look more substantial but maybe that’s just me lol

@juliehowell8251 Жыл бұрын

Agree... I also think chairs slightly pulled away from the table look inviting. It also protects my slip covers from getting smudged from hands pulling the chair out to sit.

@tab0108 Жыл бұрын

I bought my Olive tree off Etsy and the quality is far superior than anything else I've seen.

@bern8378 Жыл бұрын

Please share the link with me. Thank you

@Alliegator0047 Жыл бұрын

Link?

@ealeclerc9524 Жыл бұрын

So glad I found your channel today. I agree with you on most points. One of my biggest pet peeves is not small art pieces on the wall but small art pieces hung on the wall all by themselves. It looks as if they've accidentally floated into the room and got stuck on the wall.

@jacklynnmjackson2383 Жыл бұрын

@TrueBeliever-gm8sn Жыл бұрын

Like someone just smacked a post-it note to the wall

@danitarodriguez5803 Жыл бұрын

It was the unfinished furniture for me. Like, WHY?! And whyyy surprise me?! Just mention it somewhere! Make it super obvious that the back is cardboard so that people don’t waste their time! Love your videos! Thank you so much for always sharing your tips!

@laurancurtis5669 Жыл бұрын

Furniture makers USED to include a back on things like bookshelves, and they used to finish the backs of bureaus, etc. I have some family pieces that are nicely finished on the backs so they could be floated if I desired. ALL manufacturers have cheapened up, including the "designer" pieces :(

@s.newton5394 Жыл бұрын

“It’s giving construction paper.” I hollered!

@crazycatlady312 Жыл бұрын

$400 candles?! My max for a candle is $20 smh that's insane.

@charitygoldart Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Some people have more money than sense (or scents in this case!)

@carolereames13 Жыл бұрын

I agree with you about having furniture finished. Great advise on today’s video. Thanks ❤😂

@shylo-jean Жыл бұрын

My home is definitely not the Louvre, but the lame!! That's why I need Kiva's videos to help me bring out the beauty!

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Hahahah

@modernvillacompany Жыл бұрын

Hello shylo my friend . I hope you are fine I would be happy if you visit my channel if you are interested in villa interior design

@Amanda-hh7yt Жыл бұрын

I just subscribed because you are so darn real! I have a strong feeling we don’t even like the same styles (I don’t like modern anything), but I loved this video and loved your presentation and expression of opinions! Can’t wait to see more ❤

@elisepearson9728 Жыл бұрын

Spot on with all these icks! Especially unfinished furniture backs!! Great video!

@traceywiseheart6424 Жыл бұрын

I agree! Enjoy the things!!

@spiritualinfluencer3747 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!!! for your honesty about the olive tree

@peggyanglin9650 Жыл бұрын

Oh Kiva--You are the cutest thing ever!!! I agree with you on everything, except maybe the faux Olive Tree. I love mine but have to say I paid a pretty penny for it so it looks like the real deal. However, don't think I would invest that much in another one. Wish I had a green thumb so I could have real plants, but sadly I kill everything I come into contact with!!!

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

I kill everything too!!!

@godiseverything1482 Жыл бұрын

@@KivaBrent Same 🤣

@laurancurtis5669 Жыл бұрын

Kiva, I am so glad you pointed out that you don't run the dishwasher every day because you are only two people. Two-person household here also, and I refuse to run the dishwasher until it is full! I do hear people say they run theirs every day, even if it's only two... ridiculous to me, waste of water and electricity!

@stephaniebyous-7021 Жыл бұрын

First, I’m a huge fan of you and your designs. Thank you! Next, being 71 years wise, your candle advice compels me to share a design imperative younger stylists may not know about or know its derivation: NEVER display candles without burning the wick first. Credit to We’re You Raised By Wolves for stating the reasons succinctly.

@youbetcha108 Жыл бұрын

Why is it bad to put out a candle with a clean wick? What is the derivation? Karma? Like displaying a stopped clock?

@sweetmother2406 Жыл бұрын

For me, if decor is going to take up my surface space it has to be functional. An unused candle is not.

@Jessica-tz5cl Жыл бұрын

I make candles, so I have hundreds of them out without being used

@annanabil73 Жыл бұрын

She's (vaguely) referencing the podcast "Were You Raised By Wolves" April 19, 2021 where they teach you etiquette and lifestyle habits that prevent people from wondering if you were raised by wolves lol. _Here's a snippet...._ *Nick:* So for today's amuse-bouche, I want to talk about displaying candles in your home. *Leah:* Mm! *Nick:* Specifically, there's a very specific rule about this. And this is one of those rules that if you don't know the rule, it's not gonna bother you or hit your radar, but if you know this rule, it will always bother you. So I want to just let everybody know. So that we're all on the same page. *Leah:* So that we can all be bothered. [laughs] *Nick:* Right! So the rule is that you can never have fresh candles on display. You always have to blacken the wicks first. So if you buy new candles and you put it in a candelabra and you set it on the side table, you have to light them for, you know, a hot second just to get the wicks black. *Leah:* What is the reasoning? *Nick:* So Miss Manners explains it as, like, the rule is to, quote, "Indicate that the candles are not being used for show only." Which anytime you kind of have something that's just for show, I guess that's kind of considered bad etiquette. Like guest soap? You know, like the decorative soap in the guest bathroom that you're not allowed to use. I think that's technically considered improper because, like, why are you offering something to guests that they can't actually use? So I think there's that similar idea with the wicks. Also, I was looking deeper into this, though, and there's this etiquette school in Charleston, and they say that when electricity was new, not everyone had it, and only wealthy people could have it. And so if you went to a wealthy person's house, they would blacken the wicks on the candles so you wouldn't necessarily know if they had electricity or not. It was to sort of be more "of the people," and not, like, show off or be ostentatious. _They continue giving more reasons and background, you can read the full transcript here:_ www.wereyouraisedbywolves.com/being-late-for-surprise-parties-sending-provocative-selfies-lighting-candles-and-more/

@jauntydamemusic Жыл бұрын

@@annanabil73 This was so helpful, thank you!

@merce_maidcc Жыл бұрын

I love all your decor content BUT I love your humor so so much!

@suesteudle7705 Жыл бұрын

LOVE this video! Thanks, Kiva. YES - finish the back of the furniture~

@stephanieh5494 Жыл бұрын

You just make me smile 😃. $400 candle 🤣🤨😂. All great points, especially furniture with no back or the cardboard. Ugh!

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

@cathywilliams7779 Жыл бұрын

Kiva, you never disappoint! You are so hilarious and provide education all at the same time! This is definitely your lane! Praying for you to have a tv show in the near future!🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️❤️❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

@shnuggumz Жыл бұрын

Wow, so many relevant nuggets of practical information packed into this video. Can’t believe I didn’t find the channel sooner. Would love to see an episode on styling with plants. There are statement plants, and accent plants. In my opinion, foliage and their requisite pots and containers can serve as pieces of art. They have the power to enhance, or detract from the environment. Fake plants are a no go, and always look tacky in my opinion. If you don’t have a green thumb, another option is to cut branches of trees/bushes in your immediate environment that you love biweekly, and use those instead.

@velocitygirl8551 Жыл бұрын

What a great point about finishing the furniture!

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@sharondamongeot1439 Жыл бұрын

I like to know that people still care for refined taste . I go to people's houses and I try not to be snoopy on the decor but I end up leaving thinking about the things I liked snd did not like. Hard to find my taste in a house decor , most people just don't care about updating or do not know hiw to mix and match. I love to see beautiful deco it makes me happy.

@dramaqueen3457 Жыл бұрын

I'm so happy to see you !! (I've been sick) So I now look forward to watching all that I have missed. I love your channel. You are so uplifting. Believe me. DQ/Kim .

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Are you feeling any better? I hope so!!! Thanks for being here, Drama Queen Kim 💕.

@leahpruner4410 Жыл бұрын

I truly enjoyed and support your venting!

@CarrieNita Жыл бұрын

Kiva, you're on a roll today! Bravo!

@geniej9093 Жыл бұрын

Subscribed as you are right in every aspect of your presentation. Agree! Love you overall vibe as well.

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Welcome!! Thank you so much! :)

@cattuslavandula Жыл бұрын

Had a white sink several years ago. It was beautiful. It was also a constant cleaning chore.

@susanb4317 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Tense pillows should be illegal along with tiny art on big walls and eternally un burnt candles-all three seem to indicate fear of actually living in the space, right? Pillows are for comfort, art is for looking at and of course candles are for that cozy little flickering flame signifying home and hearth, warmth and safety. Awesome video! Venting vicariously with you is The Best!

@loristerling3877 Жыл бұрын

Agree with all your points! Well said with your usual witt. Also, you are looking great and your blouse totally suits you!

@jessicagerace6855 Жыл бұрын

This video spoke to me! I am having such a hard time finding a picture light for a piece of artwork that I have that is 60" wide. Thanks for the guidance!

@chlofene Жыл бұрын

I just found your site today and I love it! Great sense of style, suggestions, and humor... a must view and subscribe.

@misoandramen Жыл бұрын

My biggest ick has to be throw pillows with sewn on pillow covers. Why can’t all pillow covers be removable. I wish places would have the option of selling pillow covers by themselves. I have too many pillows lying around

@brendaalbaugh8927 9 ай бұрын

Love your content! Agree. Grew up in a furniture store and I’m aware of the markups on furniture and lamps. The very least the furniture makers should finish the piece of furniture! So many more options for use thus upping your satisfaction and likely getting your repeat business

@Sari_Ariel Жыл бұрын

I love the colorful blue, yellow, pink artwork just to the left of you in this video 😍. Can you please share some info about it?

@lyndaandrian7204 Жыл бұрын

You just make me chuckle, love your content

@SpecsAppeal Жыл бұрын

Ooh, loving those spectacles on you, so cute!

@vivianadeva Жыл бұрын

I like your videos. In Scandinavia, people are a little more practical though, so you can not find to many large rugs. Because here you should benefit from the use of the rug, not your furniture 😁. We can't find those olive trees either.

@shesaladyintx4476 Жыл бұрын

You are spot on. Glad I came across your channel.

@angellovethatisme Жыл бұрын

Oh, my! We share the SAME home design ICKS! 🤣 Thank you for putting it all out there. The other ick I have is when there are bronze or brown mirrors in the bathroom with stainless steel faucets...go BRONZE! 🤔

@xxYanexx Жыл бұрын

I love your videos because they are very informative and you’re absolutely hilarious. I look forward to your videos. Thank you 🤗

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@jeannineterese1037 Жыл бұрын

I don’t know why people would have issues with any of your design choices. Your home is beautiful!

@joannesincere6859 Жыл бұрын

Great content as usual! Thanks Kiva!

@JennaHong Жыл бұрын

home decor icks LOVE this idea also this is the video i needed because i still can't pick a good faux tree for my apartment 😭 i had so many olive trees in my cart and couldn't do it for some reason

@mbf7543 Жыл бұрын

😂Fun video. These are very specific pet peeves. I love the look of small art on a big wall.

@nicolesprocess Жыл бұрын

Your whole color palette is gorgeous ❤ Hair, makeup, outfit 👌

@melanieshort6190 Жыл бұрын

You crack me up!! Stay true to your craft!!

@RedPanda79 Жыл бұрын

Grew up in a house with a room we never ever were allowed to enter. If we walked in our foot prints would be on the carpet so then we were caught and had to vacuum to prints out

@KivaBrent Жыл бұрын

😭😢

@tracygarrett3952 Жыл бұрын

WOW! This has to be the best video you've ever put out. It look like you really enjoyed it!

@modernvillacompany Жыл бұрын

Hello my friend . I hope you are fine I would be happy if you visit my channel if you are interested in villa interior design

@firebirdtelevision175 Жыл бұрын

We have a black sink, too. I absolutely love it. I have lived in rural areas most of my life and grew tired of scrubbing hard water stains 2, sometimes 3, times a week. The black sink comes clean with some microban and a soft rag. It's glorious!

@shhhperry9852 Жыл бұрын

These glasses are fire! They look so good on you, love them.

@glennpatrick8908 Жыл бұрын

100% agree about the tiny art. Even worse is when it’s tiny art and it’s hung too high on the wall. It looks terrible

@seriouslycat6056 Жыл бұрын

Best advice, enjoy what you buy and use it!! Wine, candles etc

@cherylw445 Жыл бұрын

Great vid, love and agree with EVERYTHING you said, but can't stop looking at that ity bity teeny tiny floor lamp behind you sitting amongst those massive pictures.