"This method is really all about trusting your gut and your instinct. It allows you to imagine you're walking into the room for the first time: If something feels like too much or is too distracting on first impression, just take it out. On the flip side, if a particular space feels immediately and obviously empty, try paying it a bit more attention."
"I tend to take my mom's advice when it comes to all things design-related, because she has a fantastic eye. As an environmental engineer turned artist, my mom (@tandemfortwo on Instagram) has a unique sense of style. She often says that using both sides of her brain - analytical and creative - has helped her build an art style that feels playful, intentional, and imaginative. Her home studio, pictured above, is a perfect example."
The doorway rule instructs to stop decorating once a room looks right from the doorway. Trust gut instincts and visualize entering the room for the first time. Remove anything that feels excessive or distracting on first impression. If a space appears obviously empty, add a considered element. An environmental engineer turned artist applies both analytical and creative thinking to create playful, intentional interiors. In a larger apartment, the doorway rule guided decisions for hallway wall art and prevented overdecorating. The approach produces open, airy, and intentional spaces by prioritizing first-impression clarity over detail-level fussing.
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