Five Senses of Design

When decorating your home, it it not about what you see in a room. Its a whole body experience. All five senses are used. For instance, ever smell a smell and immediately remember a place, person, or event in your life where that same smell was involved? I can't smell my dad's old 90's hairspray without remembering him lay it on thick each morning (He's almost bald now- I blame that terrible hairspray).

When decorating, remember the 5 senses:

• Sight: Obviously this is the most important. What the room looks like and the way it is designed makes the foundation of the entire experience.
• Smell: This is the strongest sense of them all. Like a candle or make some cookies to bring an emotional connection to the room. That signature smell will make all the difference.
• Sound: Once, I went to a friends house directly across from the train tracks, busy ones at that. We called it the train track house. She moved quickly. Soundproofing can be key to a design.
• Touch: Textures make a room come alive. I am a person who must. touch. everything. Splurge on a cashmere throw or some big fluffy fabriced pillows to add depth to you design.
• Taste: This one really only applies to a kitchen. What you eat and the taste of a delicious meal can make a ugliest room someone's very favorite!