How to Choose an Interior Designer in Dallas

RugsrnIf budget permits, a rug defining a space within a larger room could be large enough to cover the entire furniture group. If budget is tight, the rug should be large enough to allow at least the front legs to rest on the rug envelope. –Diana Merzwski

ChandeliersrnThe height of a chandelier really depends on the size of the room. If it is not placed over a table, it’s best to keep a minimum walkway clearance of 7 feet below it, measuring from finished floor to the bottom of the chandelier. –Diana Merzwski

Chair HeightrnFor adult dining and desks, chair seats that are about 10 to 12 inches below table surface work nicely. Selecting seating with a foot rest for kitchen islands and bar-height tables is key to comfort. Consider giving kids their own chairs. –Diana Merzwski

DraperyrnMeasure the distance from the top of the window to the ceiling or the top of the window to the bottom of the crown molding. Hang the rod about one-third of that distance down from the ceiling. When deciding length, I factor lifestyle. –Diana Merzwski

SofarnIf room size allows for the sofa to “float” in the room, a sofa table should be added to anchor the space. Also consider the center of attention, such as a television or fireplace, when deciding the size and placement of the sofa. –Patrick Ford

ArtworkrnOn a blank wall, a good standard is to start centering the artwork at 63 to 66 inches above the finished floor. This is an adult’s average eye level. Placing the artwork at eye level ensures that it will be noticed and appreciated. –Diana Merzwski