8 mistakes to avoid when buying furniture – common pitfalls designers warn could let down your design

A large open plan living space with a neutral color palette, white arm chairs around a coffee table in the foreground, and a dining space in the background.

If you want a beautifully curated home with enduring appeal, you can't buy furniture on a whim. Our furniture should be an investment, so it's important you make an informed, intentional decision about the pieces you bring into your home.

Of course, there are plenty of mistakes to be made when buying new furniture. From failing to measure the space to choosing a style that doesn't complement the rest of your design, we have probably all been guilty of one or two of them.