Don’t be afraid to leave some empty spaces in your rooms. Empty space allows for breathing room and lets the most important items in the room shine — the people who live there! Avoid large patterns in your fabrics and wallpapers. As a general rule, use no designs larger than your palm, because they will interfere with the appearance of people in the room. Using smaller patterns on walls and furniture will mean that friends and family won’t have to compete with bold patterns for attention.
Use paint colors that complement people’s skin and eye colors. For light skin colors, use yellows, pinks, and beiges. For darker complexions, yellows, olives, and tans can make people look great. Use textures that stimulate the sense of touch. Look for textures that
are nice to caress, such as velvet, chenille, or satin. They’ll create a feeling of being pampered.