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Jul 12, 2017
Betsy Helmuth and guest Erin O'Keefe discuss achieving a "wow" factor quickly, the importance of shapes, the rule of odd numbers, and using trays in design. They also cover mixing patterns, the need for a splash of color, and promote online classes and premium memberships.
0:00 Online class bundle promotion
1:07 Affordable Interior Design classes pricing
2:25 Introduction of guest Erin O'Keefe
5:02 Quickest way to achieve a "wow" factor
6:21 Importance of shapes in design
10:13 The rule of odd numbers in styling
12:00 Betsy's shortcut of using trays
17:03 Mixing patterns in design
23:27 Opinion on the necessity of a splash of color
25:13 Premium membership promotion
- Adding a statement piece with bold texture or volume can
instantly elevate a room's design.
- Incorporating varied shapes, especially unexpected ones like
circles, can make a space visually captivating.
- When in doubt, adding nature elements like flowers or greenery
can bring a space to life and make it feel more inviting.
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