Interior designers reveal 10 things you should get rid of to create a more peaceful space

Cheyenne LentzMay 2, 2020, 20:28 IST

Simple changes can make a room more tranquil.Africa Studio/Shutterstock

Insider asked three interior designers to share what items they recommend getting rid of in order to create a serene home environment.
They said too many throw pillows and unnecessary counter clutter can make your home feel crowded and uncomfortable.
Patterned textiles and electronic devices can be distracting and disrupt the tranquility of a bedroom or a living room.
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Life can be hectic sometimes, so we all need a place where we can escape work and other obligations. Fortunately, you don't need an entire home makeover to create a more relaxing environment.

By simply getting rid of certain items, and storing others better, you can dramatically change the vibe of a space.

Here are the things interior designers think you should declutter to create a more peaceful space.

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Heavy window treatments can seem overbearing and gloomy.

Heavy curtains can make a room feel stuffy. alexkatkov/Shutterstock

Loose change and other knickknacks can pile up quickly, creating clutter.

Emptying your pockets onto a table can cause clutter. Simon J Beer/Shutterstock

Hide electronic devices in drawers to minimize distractions.

Decorating with plants can make a space more peaceful. romakoma/Shutterstock

Open storage units can cause visual clutter.

Decorative boxes can help hide the clutter. AlesiaKan/Shutterstock

Keep the kitchen and bathroom counters as free as possible by putting appliances and seldom-used items in cabinets instead.

Keep unnecessary appliances off of countertops. Jonathan Park/Shutterstock

Freestanding coat racks are bulky and hinder a relaxed environment.

Visible coat racks can be unsightly, whether they resemble garment racks or have a tree-like design. Shutterstock

Stop letting your mail pile up.

Mail can pile up quickly and create unnecessary clutter. fullempty/Shutterstock

Going overboard on throw pillows can make a room seem crowded.

Too many throw pillows can overcrowd a couch. ppa/Shutterstock

Patterned textiles can be overwhelming and hinder relaxation.

Solid-colored accent pillows make for a more relaxing environment. Yasir Shahzad/Shutterstock

Placing too many picture frames on surfaces will create clutter.

Lots of picture frames can clutter a tabletop. JTaI/Shutterstock

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