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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Tineke Triggs

The Simple Design Principles I Rely On for a Home That Looks Curated, Not Cluttered

Large living room with twin white arm chairs and twin blue sofas.

One of the questions I’m asked most often is how to tell when a room is truly finished. And honestly, it’s rarely about adding one more thing. More often, it’s about having the confidence to take something away.

Restraint isn’t the same as minimalism, and it’s certainly not about following rigid rules. It’s about clarity. It’s about recognizing what’s working, what deserves attention, and allowing those key pieces to lead the room. When you edit your home ideas thoughtfully, the space breathes – and that’s usually when it finally feels complete.

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