30 Times People Made Such Bad Home Decor Choices, They Got Roasted On This Facebook Group (New Pics)
Interview
Let's be fair, living space decor can make or break it when it comes to one's home. Of course, all of us are entitled to our own opinions regarding how we'd like to decorate our houses... but that doesn't necessarily mean that those decisions are great either.
Everyone has unique tastes when it comes to furnishing and making their living spaces look nice, but sometimes it's just not it. Your family or neighbors might turn a blind eye to a decor disaster, but strangers on the internet are another topic entirely.
A Facebook group called 'That's It, I'm Home/Home Decor Shaming' has users sharing photos of tasteless, impractical, or even just downright weird home design choices. And yes, you guessed it right, the members of the said group take their sweet time dissecting the images shared and explaining what could've been done better, or what they didn't like about it.
With that being said, if you are interested, you can check out our previous post on Bored Panda to see more poor home design choices.
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All I Know Is That Someday This Little Girl Will Grow Up And I Don't Want To Work For Her
This does seem like a lovely living space. I’d never get out of there
The Nice Thing About The Coffee Table Is That The Blood From The Scraped Shins Wipes Off Easily. I'm Not Sure If The Wicker Couch Matches The Faux Sheepskin Chairs That Don't Go With The Fake Colonial Side Table Sitting Next To The Tourist Souvenir Tiki Idols, But The Polka Dots On The Couch Really Pull It All Together
What
Bored Panda reached out to Dani Alexander who is an Interior Designer in California and a business owner of "Dani Alexander Interiors". We kindly asked Dani to tell us a little bit more about herself, and her own personal philosophy when it comes to her work, given that she has been in the industry for quite a while.
"My personal interior design philosophy is that a cohesive, beautiful, and functional home can make a huge difference in the way that you feel in your home. Most of my clients have kids or pets, and it’s extremely important for them to have a home that works for them. Maybe this means we select kid and pet-friendly furniture and fabrics or make sure there is plenty of toy storage, every family is different. I also believe that interior design should be highly personal, meaning I need to get to know you very, very well. I always ask my clients lots of questions in the initial consultation so I can make absolute sure that their home is perfect for them and their needs." She told us.
What In The Back Alley, Swiss Family Robinson, Stripper Counter Top Is Happening In This Bathroom???
"What We Need For Privacy Is Some Curtains - But Don't Spend More Than $16 On Them"
My All White Bedroom Will Be So Soothing - If I Can Just Keep My 16 White Persian Cats From Shedding
Given the topic of the post, we also asked Dani's opinion on what makes a "good" design. "This is such a great question. So much goes into design that people do not realize. I always tell clients, interior design is both an art and a science. It’s a puzzle that needs to be arranged just right to make sure that it is appealing to the eye.
This means the art needs to be hung at the perfect height for your particular ceiling and for any furniture that may be underneath. The sofa needs to be the correct scale for your ceilings and for any surrounding furniture. The rug needs to be big enough that it’s on at least the first two feet of each item of furniture. If these things are not done correctly, the space can feel out of balance and visually messy."
This Just Seems Tricky To Navigate Once The Lights Are Out
Well. You don't have to fumble about for the toilet in the dark.
The combination of these comments alarms me a little
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Why do the commenters here think this bed is ment for sleeping? Come on, people, let your mind work for you.
I would be worried about the TV falling in to the water when I bumped it in the dark
Ngl that looks like it would be cool to stay in for like one night but not to live in.
Yeah, this would be a death sentence if you were drunk. Just.... so dangerous.
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Sleepwalkers...Let's take a moment to pray for these poor, very unfortunate souls.
*Classic Backrooms song plays in head* (It’s called Heartaches, by Al Bowlly)
It's like an elaborate murder room. Maybe he just slips and hits his head one night. Maybe he is taking a late swim and she is reading a magazine and 'accidentally' knocks the lamp into the pool. Maybe the servant 'accidentally' puts the wrong chemicals into the pool filtration system and they both die in their sleep from the fumes.
That TV was state of the art when this bedroom was designed.
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imagine, that you accidentally splash some water to the tv... or anything, that not even supposed to be near a pool
Oh my god I would never get out of like... idek maybe the scene from Harry Potter where the corpses are coming out of the dark water?
i would low key love that if it was a salt bath, just floating around
For some reason I think this was Michael Phelps' bedroom. Like I'm not trying to be funny. I think I saw this in an article associated with him at some point.
Well, at least you've got somewhere decent to sleep while you're stuck in the Pool Rooms/Back Rooms.
Tripping over a duvet, and drowning should not be possible in the same room.
And knocking over one of those lamps. But this is clearly photoshop anyway.
It’s rlly pretty tho, but they should probably put like a glass fence or something on it
Actually I guess maybe in my dream I would just have my indoor pool and bedroom separate lol
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*alarm rings* *gets out of bed and fumbles for the light switch* "GAHHHH!!!" *falls in pool*
Surrounded by water and you have lamps that plug in? Who are you trying to kill?
If you where sleeping and some how fell in the water I bet that would really wake you up.
I'm gonna pee in that pool 100 percent when I stumble to the bathroom at 2:00 a.m.
Imagine knocking over a lamp and then falling in. Which will happen at some point
This is so Matt Helm like. Does the bed raise up and dump you in the pool?
You'd have to learn to swim before you pp in the middle of the night. Fall in and you might have to pee in the pool😳
That looks lovely in theory, and I do find water relaxing. But I'm also the total klutz who would fall into the water every night.
I hope that's epoxy instead of water. If not, I hope it's a comfy deluxe prison bed with electric eels around.
Well, if you ever wanted to do some late night skinny dipping…
I would be more worried about those lamps falling in while making laps
This Is Just Tragic
I… Have No Words
When it comes to designing a beautiful place, one also has to take into consideration the practical side of things and know how to combine the two successfully. According to Alexander, one should start by noting some things down.
"Start with a list. I am a huge fan of lists because they keep you from getting overwhelmed. Start by writing out how you need the space to work for you. Is there anything that you need to store? How many people could be in this space at any given time? Do you need to leave adequate space for the kids to play in this room? Do you have enough lighting? Write all this out. Then, start searching for inspirational photos so that you can understand your style. When you find a piece you like, make sure it meets the demands on the list and also matches your unique style. I highly encourage having a plan before you start painting any walls or buying any furniture or decor."
With All That Going On, What Really Bugs Me Are Those Dolls
I'm Not Cleaning This
Does anyone else see two little faces staring out of that black hole????
I Have Questions
When it comes to inspiration, the interior designer says she is often inspired by both her clients and their projects.
"I am inspired for my clients' projects and by the clients themselves. I base the design on their wants, needs, personal style, personality, travels, etc. I personally am inspired by color as well. I love color! It makes my heart so happy."
As we have mentioned previously, Dani has also founded her own business, in doing so we were quite curious to know what were the main difficulties and what motivated her to do so.
"I have known since the time I was a little girl that I wanted to own my own business. After several years of jobs that didn’t allow me the time, freedom, and creativity I was hoping for in a career, I made the decision of going off on my own.
In 2018, I got very sick with a condition seriously threatening my eyesight, and that was when I officially took my business full-time. It was possible at that time that I could lose my eyesight eventually and I wasn’t going to wait one more second to live my dream. Now in remission, I am so happy that I am able to do what I do."
About A 1/2 Step From A Hoarder's 2 Part Episode
This Is A Contractor Who Hated The Way His Clients Treated Him
Plot twist the customers told him to put it there bc they're d i f f e r e n t
Alexander also shared with us the journey of her creative process as well as how everything starts when she receives a new project to work on.
"The first thing we’re going to do is set up a consultation so that I can see the space and so that we can get it measured. For local clients, I’ll go out myself personally and talk with them, view the space, measure and take photos. For non-local clients, we will do a video call and I will find a local contractor to come and take detailed measurements of the home."
Tell Me You're A Bond Villain Without Telling Me You're A Bond Villain
Home Decor
Uhm, Ok
Going back to the topic of the post, we asked Alexander to tell us the main mistakes people often make when trying to design a place on their own.
"I would say the biggest mistake people make is starting to buy things without a plan. I work primarily on full homes and because my biggest focus is on creating a beautiful, functional, and cohesive space, we do not do anything without a plan. We create a list of what each room needs, we create a detailed floorplan and we do a complete style profile for each client before we start purchasing anything. We do not make any purchases until every single item in the entire home has been selected."
I Wish It Were The Wallpaper That Bugged Me The Most - But Nope, It's That Weird Trapezoid Mirror That Has Nothing In Common With Any Other Theme In This Room
The only thing bugging me about the mirror is that it's reflecting the wallpaper
(Takes Deep Breath And Attempts To Sublimate Rage)
Okay. Let’s leave aside the waist deep shag rug. For the moment.
You can either have the trompe l’oeil river bank or you can have the shiny tapestry upholstered couch with the 4’’ diameter yellow blossoms on it, but you Can’t. Have. Both.
Lastly, we asked the professional interior designer to share some tips for those of you who might be interested in joining this particular field.
"Be prepared to work! Getting my 4-year design degree is one of the hardest things I have ever done in my life. But it did such a good job to prepare me.
For those wanting to start their own interior design business, don’t just focus on learning about interior design, but learn how to run a business. It’s about 80% business and 20% design. I suggest listening to interior design podcasts, reading books about running a design business and asking a local interior design professional if you can shadow them or even work for them to see how things are done. There is so much that goes into it and you’ll want to not only be prepared, but it will help you to be confident in your ability to not only design but to handle all that comes with it. I also suggest taking internships and working in design-adjacent fields like drapery work rooms or furniture stores to really prepare you."
Let's Shed Some Light On The Situation
The ceiling is probably worth more than my wardrobe tbh even if it is fake
I Have Questions
Well At Least They Vacuumed
I Like Mickey Mouse. But I Have My Limits
Message To Everyone Here: You Will Never Be As Classy As This Guy. Never, Never, Never. Don't Even Think About It
This shade of green doesn’t go with that shade of pink in my opinion
Home
Coincidence: i just looked up the word 'ghastly' in the dictionary, and there was this same picture.
Home Decor
How Does One Enter/Exit The Tub?
Note: this post originally had 64 images. It’s been shortened to the top 30 images based on user votes.
I honesly don't think I could recreate some of these ugly rooms even if I were paid too. I just can't drag such poor taste up from anywhere...
I don't think I've said, "Oh dear God, why??" out loud as many times as I said it while going through this post...
Why do people keep recycling so many of these pictures? They were interesting the first time, less interesting the second time, downright boring by the third time …
We have reached the end of the end of the internet. From now on it's all reruns
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There seems to be a relationship between money and taste..certainly the more money the less taste
Don't know who created this post, but definitely the best captions I've ever seen on BP.👍👍👍
Thank you for sharing the best caption ever - it definitely brought a smile to my face and brightened up my day. Your creativity and sense of humor are truly appreciated! Did you know that using the right sewing needle can make a world of difference in your home decor projects? Click here to discover how to choose the right needle for your upholstery, curtains, and more - transform your space with flawless sewing today! https://sewnscissors.com/selection-of-a-right-sewing-needle/
My son and I once stayed with some people who were unknown to us---we were traveling with a couple who was our mutual acquaintances (long story, decades ago). Son and I had to spend the night in one of the most bizarre "rooms" I've ever been in; I slept way up high on a bizarre platform that had to be climbed up to by a series of carpeted built-in boxes, and Son slept down at the lowest level. Our bathroom was very close by, but when we opened the door to it, we nearly fell down into it as it was down three steep steps into a super narrow space that was only about 30 inches in width, but about 8 feet long. Took me years to get over that. Super uncomfortable, cold, really unpleasant.
I honesly don't think I could recreate some of these ugly rooms even if I were paid too. I just can't drag such poor taste up from anywhere...
I don't think I've said, "Oh dear God, why??" out loud as many times as I said it while going through this post...
Why do people keep recycling so many of these pictures? They were interesting the first time, less interesting the second time, downright boring by the third time …
We have reached the end of the end of the internet. From now on it's all reruns
Load More Replies... There seems to be a relationship between money and taste..certainly the more money the less taste
Don't know who created this post, but definitely the best captions I've ever seen on BP.👍👍👍
Thank you for sharing the best caption ever - it definitely brought a smile to my face and brightened up my day. Your creativity and sense of humor are truly appreciated! Did you know that using the right sewing needle can make a world of difference in your home decor projects? Click here to discover how to choose the right needle for your upholstery, curtains, and more - transform your space with flawless sewing today! https://sewnscissors.com/selection-of-a-right-sewing-needle/
My son and I once stayed with some people who were unknown to us---we were traveling with a couple who was our mutual acquaintances (long story, decades ago). Son and I had to spend the night in one of the most bizarre "rooms" I've ever been in; I slept way up high on a bizarre platform that had to be climbed up to by a series of carpeted built-in boxes, and Son slept down at the lowest level. Our bathroom was very close by, but when we opened the door to it, we nearly fell down into it as it was down three steep steps into a super narrow space that was only about 30 inches in width, but about 8 feet long. Took me years to get over that. Super uncomfortable, cold, really unpleasant.
