I'm an interior designer. Here are 5 things I'd buy at HomeGoods and 5 I'd skip.

Tyka Pryde EdwardsJul 2, 2023, 18:02 IST

I'm an interior designer and I shop at HomeGoods — here's what's worth buying and what I think you can probably skip.Tyka Pryde Edwards

I'm an interior designer who shops at HomeGoods — here's what I buy there and what I usually skip.
I don't buy the office supplies, kitschy tin yard decor, or any artificial plants and flowers.

As an interior designer and television art director who deals with tight deadlines, HomeGoods has always been my go-to store for finding pieces that can quickly pull a room together.

When shopping at HomeGoods, it's important to ensure that your design choices reflect your unique personality and are curated with high-end-looking, well-made pieces. It's also crucial to exercise caution to avoid ending up with a cart full of lackluster items.

Here are five things I shop for at HomeGoods and five I typically avoid.

HomeGoods offers an excellent selection of large floor-length mirrors that can instantly transform a space.

HomeGoods has a mirror style for just about anyone.Tyka Pryde Edwards

Finding captivating and affordable large-scale artwork can be a daunting task, but HomeGoods can be a treasure trove in this regard.

Sometimes I customize my canvases from HomeGoods.Tyka Pryde Edwards

The chain is an excellent destination for finding unique and stylish accent chairs.

HomeGoods is a good place to look for accent chairs.Tyka Pryde Edwards

HomeGoods is also my go-to store for finding budget-friendly and stylish rugs in a hurry.

A good rug can tie together an entire room.Tyka Pryde Edwards

The chain's a great resource for finding affordable and inspiring coffee-table books.

Coffee-table books can be expensive so I appreciate HomeGoods' deals.Tyka Pryde Edwards

On the other hand, I steer clear of displays with yellow-gold imitation brass.

Bright yellowy gold isn't always the best move to add flair to a space.Tyka Pryde Edwards

HomeGoods offers a wide selection of throw pillows but their quality can be inconsistent, in my opinion.

You can certainly find hidden gems in the pillow aisle.Tyka Pryde Edwards

The chain's selection of office supplies and decor is fun, but usually not very sophisticated.

You can find unique knickknacks in the HomeGoods' office-supplies aisle but they're not always super classy.Tyka Pryde Edwards

You don't need faux botanicals in your space.

Embrace the natural beauty of plants to enhance your interior design.Tyka Pryde Edwards

The tin garden decor is a bit too kitschy for my taste.

It can be tricky to elevate your outdoor space with brightly colored tin items.Tyka Pryde Edwards

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