Best 13 quotes in «interior design quotes» category

Opening night is in a week. Already announced to the papers, already sent out in the newsletter in fancy, glossy, full-color glory. Which means I have two days, max, to finish the framing—easily a week’s worth of work—and then four days for drilling the star maps I’ve already marked on the plywood, painting, wiring, installing, and finessing.Leaving me only one day—the day of the evening gala—to clean and get the actual exhibits set up. It’s impossible. I will make it happen or die trying. I don’t realize I’ve said that last part aloud until I notice Michelle’s horrified face.

Ceilings must always be considered. They are the most neglected surface in a room.

A good decorator not only plans and schemes, but he also knows how the job is done.

Optimistic design isn't a particular look, it is a movement of residential anarchy. It goes much deeper than using bright colors - it's an attitude displaying self-empowerment, nurturing a more upbeat approach to living. It is about doing things differently, to kick against what is currently on-trend. The only guiding principle is that there is no guiding principle. It is a crusade where a new breed of self-curating, design-smart amateurs who blog about their rebellious design have led the way. They have coined the world 'undecorate.

A pattern is either right or wrong...it is no stronger than its weakest point.

Interior design is a business of trust.

Good dressing is largely a question of detail and accessories.

I've always loved interior design.

Perfectionism is the death of a great room.

Simplicity, suitability and proportion.

We shape our homes and then our homes shape us.

You can't take it with you. There are no pockets in a shroud.

There is no excuse for doing anything which is not strikingly beautiful.