10 Design Topics That Elicit Strong Opinions
We’ve been having a lot of really amazing design discussions lately, and I enjoy hearing everyone’s perspective, point-of-view, and reasoning for what you like or dislike in your home. If you’ve missed any of our conversations and full blog posts associated with touchy topics like hardwood floors in the kitchen and hanging a TV over a fireplace- to nude art… many of them can be found in this post! I’d also love to hear other areas or design items in your home you have strong feelings toward. Maybe we can chat about them in future Design Discussion posts! Click through for 10 home design topics that are usually controversial.
I always say, the comment section in these posts is the best because they’re filled with so many interesting thoughts for or against whatever topic we’re discussing… all with valid arguments. It is pretty awesome to hear unique perspectives that may shape my design opinion in the future, and I love sharing my personal reasoning as well. Ready to get to it?
#1 // Stacked vs Side-by-Side Laundry Units
It turns out there are a LOT of strong advocates for side-by-side laundry units, as well as stacked. Are you teamed stacked or side-by-side? Spoiler alert- I prefer stacked.
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#2 // Hardwoods in the Kitchen
Hardwood flooring in the kitchen turned out to be another touchy design subject. I’ve lived with hardwoods in two kitchens and have LOVED them. I know many are worried about water damage, but I’d choose hardwoods over tile in a kitchen any day.
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#3 // Installing a TV Over a Fireplace
This is probably the most expected design argument… the classic TV over the fireplace debate. Should you go for it? Is it worth the neck craning? Stylistically, it looks nice. Click over to read everyone’s thoughts.
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#4 // Countertop Space
I had no idea so many people were passionate about countertop space. I love it! Personally, I don’t need much counter space. I usually cook in the same two feet over and over again, rather than spreading out. Where do you stand on countertop space and counter clutter?
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#5 // Shelf Styling with Books
Books on a shelf… there’s a concept! Haha! I discovered there are lots of opinions on styling with lots of books, keeping built-ins more minimal, as well as books facing the wrong direction, or sleeves & spines that have been deconstructed. Hop over to read about it…
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#6 // Rugs in the Bathroom
I thought rugs in the bathroom were a normal thing until I began receiving lots of Instagram messages about it. I’m team wool rug in the bathroom and I have a LOT of convincing evidence, science, and style to back it up. If you’re interested in reading my thoughts, click the link below.
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#7 // Nude Art
We recently had a big discussion about nude art and I really loved reading everyone’s feedback. I enjoy understanding why people are for something or against it, and how it has shaped their home design or attitude. Nude art is one of those fascinating topics that people either love or hate in their home. I think you know where I stand.
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#8 // Color Blocking
I received a ton of positive feedback when sharing the hallway in our previous home- but there was also a lot of bad (which is totally fine… I know it’s not for everyone). From flood water comparisons (lol!) to praise on using paint in an expected way, it was fun to talk about the pros and cons of color blocking.
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#9 // Furniture Placement
Would you ever float your chairs in the center of a room (me: yes)? Would you ever push your sofa against a wall (me: it’s not optimal)? Furniture placement was another interesting topic of discussion!
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#10 // Matching The Interior to The Exterior
We’ve been talking a lot about architecture lately, and this post felt like there were lots of good opinions! Should the interior of your home match the exterior? It depends…
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I’d love to hear about other things or areas in your home that you have strong feelings toward! Tomorrow, I’ll be back with my bedroom refresh outcome (click here if you missed it)– I did some textile swapping and our primary bedroom looks so much happier! I’ve also got a bonus Friday post lined up for you this week. All good things to come! Happy Tuesday.