Entries by Virginie Simonet

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Decorating or designing your home? The difference that transforms the way you live your spaces

Designing your home is much more than decorating. It means creating a harmonious, functional system — not simply adding furniture or decorative pieces. Many people confuse decorating with designing, and they end up with spaces that look beautiful but feel impractical, or rooms that don’t truly reflect who they are. Understanding what it truly means […]

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Why interior design comes before renovation (even when you’re not renovating)

Why should you always start with interior design? Let’s talk about it. When we think about renovating a home, our minds usually jump straight to knocking down walls, choosing new flooring, or updating systems and utilities. All of that matters, of course. But there’s one crucial step that’s often overlooked—or considered too late—and it’s the […]

Decorating your home: 9 mistakes to avoid (and how to fix them with style)

Decorating your home isn’t just about furniture or colors — it’s a delicate balance between functionality, aesthetics, and comfort; yet, even design lovers can fall into small decorating mistakes that throw off harmony and style. Today, I’ll guide you through nine common decorating mistakes and, more importantly, show you how to turn them into clever […]

Decorating with style: secrets to an elegant and sophisticated home

Decorating with style doesn’t mean filling your home with expensive pieces or showing off wealth. When we envision an elegant home, we often think of glossy magazine spreads or unattainable budgets. In reality, creating a refined and inviting space is possible without major renovations or extravagant spending. True luxury lies in the details: harmony between […]