Room Design Guide

A designer-led guide to understanding your space, planning with confidence, and avoiding costly mistakes.

• How to understand the purpose of each room before furnishing it
• Common room types and how each space is meant to function
• Room sizing ranges and what each room can comfortably support
• Furniture scale, proportion, and what actually fits
• Furniture placement, spacing, and circulation guidelines
• Floor plan examples that show real layout possibilities
• Rug sizing, placement, and material guidance
• Lighting formulas and layered lighting standards
• Drapery standards, measurements, and installation considerations
• Paint and wall covering best practices
• Wall finish guidance, including sheen, undertones, and cohesion
• Construction and electrical considerations homeowners often miss
• Room-by-room furniture frameworks for living, dining, office/study, and bedroom
• Completion checklists to help clients see what may still be missing
• Consultation preparation that helps clients come in more informed and focused