Maximalism is back in style—hello, pattern drenching! According to Wilmington, North Carolina-based interior designer Kasey Smith, “it can be easy to confuse the more energetic aesthetic with an overabundance of decor.” While there’s often a fine line between the two, you can certainly distinguish between them—if you know what to look for, of course. Below, three designers share exactly how to tell if your home is overdecorated.
Your Decor Has No Purpose
Adorning your home with pieces that lack intentionality will almost certainly lead to overdecorating. “Incorporate items that are both practical and decorative,” advises Smith. “Think pitchers with sculptural shapes, furniture that doubles as art, vignettes of lovely items separated by quieter moments.”…..