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A home is a sanctuary; it's a place to rest and recharge. So, we model it and decorate it in a way that brings us the most comfort. For some people, it's all about empty spaces, decluttering, and minimalism. But others live by the motto that more is actually more. For them, it's all about color, eccentricity, and excess.

These people are maximalists, and today, we're covering the sanctuary of their aesthetic – the Maximalism subreddit. Its enthusiasts reject the sad beige millennial aesthetic and celebrate colors, shapes, and textures. Today, we've got a selection of the most stunning maximalist interior designs to inspire you for your next home makeover.

#1

My Living Room

My Living Room

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Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My!
Community Member
2 years ago

I love this one. Green and brown are my living room colors, too.

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    #2

    Looking For Bathroom Ideas? Too Much?

    Looking For Bathroom Ideas? Too Much?

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    Lara Verne
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    No it's gorgeous.

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    #3

    My “Bird Bath” Powder Room

    My “Bird Bath” Powder Room

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Mad wallpaper in the "smallest room" always works

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    #4

    I Think I’m Almost Done W/ This Corner. Before I Moved In…was A Super Depressing Space

    I Think I’m Almost Done W/ This Corner. Before I Moved In…was A Super Depressing Space

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    Ravi Katju
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    I have a feeling I’d get to know that my Jupiter is behind all my woes here. But great decor!

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    #5

    My Home Bar

    My Home Bar

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    nomnomborkbork
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Terrific wallpaper!

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    #6

    My Ancestry Gallery Wall

    My Ancestry Gallery Wall

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    Blue Bunny of Happiness
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Lovely, but for the love of god, please straighten them all!

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    #7

    My Home, Might Not Be Everyone’s Taste, But I’m Obsessed. 🖤

    My Home, Might Not Be Everyone’s Taste, But I’m Obsessed. 🖤

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    nomnomborkbork
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Love this!

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    #8

    Gilded Golden Hour

    Gilded Golden Hour

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    sbj
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago

    That's a lot of stuff in a small space but I love the cuddly toy on the back of the chair

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    #9

    My Messy Bedroom

    My Messy Bedroom

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    sbj
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago

    I don't blame you for showing this off, the colour scheme is gorgeous

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    #10

    Enjoying My Living Room In The Sun

    Enjoying My Living Room In The Sun

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    Elaine Van Zon
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Oh I love this one.

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    #11

    It Took Six Months - I'm Finally Feeling "Moved In" At My Private Tattoo Studio

    It Took Six Months - I'm Finally Feeling "Moved In" At My Private Tattoo Studio

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    Blue Bunny of Happiness
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Love the flooring!

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    #12

    I Painted The Doors Of My Baby's Room

    I Painted The Doors Of My Baby's Room

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    HI, I'M A SHOUTY MAN
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    I love the idea of painted doors! When I was really little, I used to cover my bedroom door with all my colouring ins and drawings and craft projects, anything I could stick to it.

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    #13

    My Bedroom

    My Bedroom

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    nomnomborkbork
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Very moody.

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    #14

    Progress On My Home Office So Far. I’m Sure The Desk Will Be Much More Cluttered On A Few Weeks

    Progress On My Home Office So Far. I’m Sure The Desk Will Be Much More Cluttered On A Few Weeks

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    nomnomborkbork
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    It's nice to have interesting things for visual diversion when you work.

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    #15

    Marigold And Sage Green Go Together, Sure Why Not!? Meet My Maximalist Guest Room. Always Wanted A Two Twin Bed Setup!

    Marigold And Sage Green Go Together, Sure Why Not!? Meet My Maximalist Guest Room. Always Wanted A Two Twin Bed Setup!

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    nonesuch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    This looks professionally decorated! Gorgeous

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    #16

    My Style Is Kinda “Moody Eclectic” But Maximalist Is The Goal!

    My Style Is Kinda “Moody Eclectic” But Maximalist Is The Goal!

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    Lara Verne
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    It's all fun and games untill mummy gets out.

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    #17

    Was Told You Guys Might Like My Space!

    Was Told You Guys Might Like My Space!

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    sbj
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago

    Like the sofas and the book choice but my eyes are drawn to the drinks trolley

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    #18

    Welcome To Wackadoo World

    Welcome To Wackadoo World

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    ZuriLovesYou
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Ooh! It's beautiful!

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    #19

    This Is Where I Sleep

    This Is Where I Sleep

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Classic daisy crochet blankie

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    #20

    Making The Most Of My Half Of The Room ✨️

    Making The Most Of My Half Of The Room ✨️

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    nomnomborkbork
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Curious about the other half...

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    #21

    My Son’s Colorful, Maximalist Bedroom!

    My Son’s Colorful, Maximalist Bedroom!

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    Annie
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Upvote for cat!

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    #22

    Just Rearrganed My Sitting Room To Accommodate My Dream Couch!

    Just Rearrganed My Sitting Room To Accommodate My Dream Couch!

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    nonesuch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Yes the couch is a winner

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    #23

    A Little Extra

    A Little Extra

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    ZuriLovesYou
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Upvote for the dog!

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    #24

    Maximum Maximalism

    Maximum Maximalism

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    ZuriLovesYou
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    It's beautiful!

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    #25

    Did A Little Redecorating In My Bathroom 🎉

    Did A Little Redecorating In My Bathroom 🎉

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    ZuriLovesYou
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    I love it!

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    #26

    My Living Room ❤️

    My Living Room ❤️

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    sbj
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago

    Loads of colours and a great use of a small space

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    #27

    Posted My Gallery Wall A Few Days Ago, Here Is The Rest Of The Room

    Posted My Gallery Wall A Few Days Ago, Here Is The Rest Of The Room

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    nonesuch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    It looks comfortable

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    #28

    Kitschy Corner Of My Kitchen

    Kitschy Corner Of My Kitchen

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    nomnomborkbork
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    I hope you love polishing all that copper. Interesting collection.

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    #29

    Wall Update Part 3, Right Hand Side

    Wall Update Part 3, Right Hand Side

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    Jay Scales
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Love that big mirror against the deep blue....

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    #30

    I'm Getting Insane Hate For My Garden Of Eden Bathroom In The Interior Decorating Sub 😩

    I'm Getting Insane Hate For My Garden Of Eden Bathroom In The Interior Decorating Sub 😩

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    frinny
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    It would drive me nuts but I love the concept

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    #31

    Staircase At The 21c Museum Hotel In St. Louis

    Staircase At The 21c Museum Hotel In St. Louis

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    Ravi Katju
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited)

    “Oh, no. The rainbow threw up.”

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    #32

    I Have Found My People! You Inspired Me To (Almost) Finish My Dining Room...im Embarrassed That I Didn't Know What Maximalism Was Until A Few Months Ago. I've Always Called It My Organized Hoard

    I Have Found My People! You Inspired Me To (Almost) Finish My Dining Room...im Embarrassed That I Didn't Know What Maximalism Was Until A Few Months Ago. I've Always Called It My Organized Hoard

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    nonesuch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    This room has some really good bones

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    #33

    I Wanted To Share A Glimpse Of My Maximalist Hallway

    I Wanted To Share A Glimpse Of My Maximalist Hallway

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Everything is great, except the pile of books, that's making the inside of my head itch

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    #34

    Did I Go Too Far?

    Did I Go Too Far?

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    nomnomborkbork
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Artful arrangement of disparate objects.

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    #35

    It’s A Relaxing Night With My Lights!

    It’s A Relaxing Night With My Lights!

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    Katherine Bridgerton
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Love it !!! Magical

    #36

    The Sun Hitting My Bathroom Just Right And Reminding Me Why I Like It

    The Sun Hitting My Bathroom Just Right And Reminding Me Why I Like It

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Upvote for life size ceramic cheetah

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    #37

    Morning Coffee In My Cozy Living Room 🧡

    Morning Coffee In My Cozy Living Room 🧡

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    #38

    Here’s My Craft Room 🙂

    Here’s My Craft Room 🙂

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    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Love that wallpaper!

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    #39

    Rainy Morning In My Living Room!

    Rainy Morning In My Living Room!

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    nomnomborkbork
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    All you need is a great reading lamp.

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    #40

    My Victorian-Inspired Studio Apartment

    My Victorian-Inspired Studio Apartment

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    Julie S
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago

    Upvote for rabbit

    #41

    Ditched The Modern Farmhouse Gig Earlier This Year And I Feel So Much More At Home

    Ditched The Modern Farmhouse Gig Earlier This Year And I Feel So Much More At Home

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    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Cool coffee table! Looks like a fun place.

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    #42

    I Present The Og Maximallist's House.. Grandma's

    I Present The Og Maximallist's House.. Grandma's

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    nonesuch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    This is the best. What a view!

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    #43

    Getting A Lot Of Hate In Another Sub. Heard My Living Room Might Be Better Suited Here😊

    Getting A Lot Of Hate In Another Sub. Heard My Living Room Might Be Better Suited Here😊

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    nonesuch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    No hate here.

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    #44

    One Of The Things I Used For My Plants Were Hoops For The Vines To Grow Thru And Around… Then I Decided To Go Off Script And Put My Fav Plates Too! I Love The Way It Is Evolving!

    One Of The Things I Used For My Plants Were Hoops For The Vines To Grow Thru And Around… Then I Decided To Go Off Script And Put My Fav Plates Too! I Love The Way It Is Evolving!

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    Just-4-2day
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    I love the use of the hoops and plates. The circle are repeated by the mirror surround and the pom poms.

    #45

    Was Told By Another Sub To Post My Living Room Here. I Painted Or Made Most Of The Stuff Pictured

    Was Told By Another Sub To Post My Living Room Here. I Painted Or Made Most Of The Stuff Pictured

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Lovely

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    #46

    Trying To Make Every Wall In My Apartment A Gallery Wall

    Trying To Make Every Wall In My Apartment A Gallery Wall

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    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Wow! Very cool.

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    #47

    Posted This On R/Rainboweverything And It Dawned On Me That It Might Be Appreciated Here As Well (I’m A Frequent Lurker). Here’s My Crazy, Cluttered, Colorful 🌈🌈🌈 Bathroom

    Posted This On R/Rainboweverything And It Dawned On Me That It Might Be Appreciated Here As Well (I’m A Frequent Lurker). Here’s My Crazy, Cluttered, Colorful 🌈🌈🌈 Bathroom

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    Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My!
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Say too much in too small of a space for me.

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    #48

    Feeling Like My Style Doesn't Really Fit In Other Decor Spaces, Maybe It's Appreciated Here?

    Feeling Like My Style Doesn't Really Fit In Other Decor Spaces, Maybe It's Appreciated Here?

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Delicately bonkers, I like it

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    #49

    Curated Chaos In My Tiny Dining Area

    Curated Chaos In My Tiny Dining Area

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    Sarah K
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Awwww the salt and pepper shakers are hugging!

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    #50

    My House

    My House

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    Katherine Bridgerton
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Love the painting

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    #51

    Wife Says I'm An Organized Hoarder. I'm Ok With That

    Wife Says I'm An Organized Hoarder. I'm Ok With That

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    nonesuch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Let's just say you have your own unique style.

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    #52

    Insane Interior Pics Of An Upcoming Local Estate Sale

    Insane Interior Pics Of An Upcoming Local Estate Sale

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    Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My!
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Let me give you a hand with those chairs.

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    #53

    My Thrifted/Eclectic House With A Bunch Of Kids, Animals And A Husband

    My Thrifted/Eclectic House With A Bunch Of Kids, Animals And A Husband

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    nonesuch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    I can tell you are a fun person.

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    #54

    My Moody Maximalist Bedroom. It’s A Work In Progress, But I Love It So Much

    My Moody Maximalist Bedroom. It’s A Work In Progress, But I Love It So Much

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    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    That fuzzy llama wall hanging is amazing!

    #55

    I’m Not Done Until There’s Literally No Wall Space Left

    I’m Not Done Until There’s Literally No Wall Space Left

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    El Cucuy
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Is that an old cigarette machine? Never seen one used in home decor. NGL, I kinda like it.

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    #56

    Maximum Vintage

    Maximum Vintage

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    #57

    My Study

    My Study

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    #58

    Welcome To My Hallway

    Welcome To My Hallway

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    Sarah K
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Which way is up?! I'm confused 🤣

    #59

    Finished A Corner Of The Kitchen

    Finished A Corner Of The Kitchen

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Is that a real poster or made up with the owner's image? In which case I love it

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    #60

    Thank You So Much For The Compliments On My Dining Room! This Is My Living Room...the Colors Were Inspired By 3 Teapots Sitting Next To Each Other At Target. It Didn't Look Right With Just Yellow And Red, So Why Not Throw In Some Turquoise?

    Thank You So Much For The Compliments On My Dining Room! This Is My Living Room...the Colors Were Inspired By 3 Teapots Sitting Next To Each Other At Target. It Didn't Look Right With Just Yellow And Red, So Why Not Throw In Some Turquoise?

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    #61

    Someone Posted That My House Should Be Here. Lol

    Someone Posted That My House Should Be Here. Lol

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    nonesuch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Nice.

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    #62

    Keep It Or Rearrange?

    Keep It Or Rearrange?

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Do something about the TV

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    #63

    The More Art The Better

    The More Art The Better

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    Just-4-2day
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Its a good start.

    #64

    What Do You Guys Think?

    What Do You Guys Think?

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    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Cat seems good with it. :)

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    #65

    My Cozy Living Room

    My Cozy Living Room

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Nice lighting

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    #66

    New Rug 🪩💟

    New Rug 🪩💟

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    Just-4-2day
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    It's a good start.

    #67

    My Small Office Is Incredibly Cozy

    My Small Office Is Incredibly Cozy

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    Me Oh My (He/They)
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    Interesting poster.

    #68

    Cheap Redo Of Bathroom?

    Cheap Redo Of Bathroom?

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    Glen Ellyn
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago

    Please close the lid before taking photos.

    #69

    More, More, More!! I'm So Glad To Find My People. :)

    More, More, More!! I'm So Glad To Find My People. :)

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    #70

    My Maximalist Ocean/Pirate/Mermaid Bathroom!

    My Maximalist Ocean/Pirate/Mermaid Bathroom!

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    Tamra
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    There's a fine line between maximalism and clutter. This space has crossed that line. 😂

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