So, you’ve got the keys to your new place; you turn the knob, and voila! There it is, in all it’s…empty glory. What now?

Whether you are decorating an office, living room, or entire home, the excitement of making a space yours can wear off a little with the task of decorating. Making choices for interior design is a pretty big deal. It is important to make decisions that leave lasting feelings of comfort and beauty.

To help you avoid trial-and-error mistakes that end up taking up time, energy, and money, here are some helpful tips that advise you what not to do.

Interior design satisfaction truly goes a long way. It’s one thing to be able to kick up your feet in your space and relish in the style that represents and suits you. It is quite another to feel that appreciation from your guests. Being able to evoke comfort, curiosity, and accolades through your interiors contributes to design inspiration and love of spaces.

To get the oohs, ahhs and be a topic of conversation or ice breaker, here are 13 ways to wow your guests with design inspired by tips from esteemed experts who definitely know what they’re talking about.

For years, Ikea has been the go-to company for design that is both affordable and stylish. Known for their optimal and clever use of space, Ikea has been the friend of apartment dwellers, new home owners, and growing families.

Inspired by this originally Swiss home store, we dare to narrow down our preferences to seven must-haves.