[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-detail-6-reasons-why-you-should-hire-an-interior-designer":3,"blog-related-6-reasons-why-you-should-hire-an-interior-designer":29},{"id":4,"slug":5,"title":6,"subtitle":7,"bodyHtml":8,"heroImageUrl":9,"heroImageAlt":7,"authorName":10,"authorImageUrl":7,"publishedDt":11,"categories":12,"tags":15,"products":21,"inlineProducts":22,"seo":23},265,"6-reasons-why-you-should-hire-an-interior-designer","6 Reasons to Hire an Interior Designer for Your Next Home Project",null,"\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Why do we think it's a good idea to hire an \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/studio?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">interior designer\u003C/a>? One of our core beliefs at Kathy Kuo Home is that everyone deserves to live in an incredible space that brings you comfort and joy. \u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Your space should not only look amazing, but it should be a reflection of your personality and style, \u003Cem>and\u003C/em> it should function in a way that works with how you live your life. It might sound impossible, and that’s because incredible interior design does not happen by chance. Great spaces are carefully explored, planned, and curated by professionals.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/studio?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32590\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/02_05_25_DB_Blog_Banner-1.gif\" alt=\"banner\" width=\"1220\" height=\"305\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Unfortunately, many people get confused or intimidated by the idea of hiring a professional interior designer. You (or your client, if you’re a designer reading this) might be concerned about the process of working with a designer as well as the costs of doing so. \u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">At KKH, we \u003Cem>totally\u003C/em> understand these fears and have done our best to alleviate them by providing access to our design specialists and offering \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/studio?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">a full suite of interior design services\u003C/a> from our incredible team. But if you need more on the benefits of hiring an interior designer, \u003Cstrong>here are our top six reasons why hiring an interior designer is the right move to make.\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/kathy-kuo-apartment-living-room/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34501\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Kathy-Kuo-New-York-Living-Room-9.jpg\" alt=\"The velvet Amelie sofa sits on top of a Fibreworks rug in Kathy Kuo's New York living room\" width=\"1220\" height=\"813\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to see more of this project!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop the Look\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/173060-Amelie-Smoked-Paprika-Velvet-Sofa?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34492\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Amelie-Smoked-Paprika-Sofa.jpg\" alt=\"Amelie Smoked Paprika Sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Amelie Velvet Sofa\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/172833-Fibreworks-Arlo-Coastal-Nutmeg-Leather-Border-White-Bethel-Braided-Jute-Rug-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34480\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Fibreworks-braided-jute-rug-with-leather-trim.webp\" alt=\"Fibreworks braided jute rug with leather trim\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Arlo Jute Rug\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/137017-Amerigo-Mid-Century-Modern-Cream-Marble-Coffee-Table-Set-of?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34494\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Amerigo-travertine-marble-coffee-table.webp\" alt=\"Amerigo travertine marble coffee table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Amerigo Coffee Table Set\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/164508-Archibald-Updated-Traditional-Beige-Marble-Aged-Brass-Round-End-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34495\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Archibald-marble-end-table.webp\" alt=\"Archibald marble end table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Archibald End Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/165261-Solene-Coastal-Beach-Natural-Rattan-Column-Floor-Lamp?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34489\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Solene-Rattan-Floor-Lamp.webp\" alt=\"Solene Rattan Floor Lamp\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Solene Floor Lamp\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/173409-Juliette-Burnt-Umber-Chenille-Driftwood-Bergere-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34483\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Juliette-Chenille-Kilim-bergere-chair.jpg\" alt=\"Juliette Chenille Kilim bergere chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Juliette Bergère Chair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Reason #1 to Hire an Interior Designer: You’re going to save money.\u003C/strong> \u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Ever bought a piece of furniture that looked so good in the store, but was too big once you got it home? Ever painted three or four times trying to find the right color palette? It may seem like like an oxymoron because you’re going to have to pay the additional designer’s fee, but the truth is that hiring a designer can help you avoid costly mistakes and help you make design decisions that will increase the value of your home. \u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">And if you’re on a tight budget, a designer is going to know how to get the best value out of what you can spend. An experienced designer is used to working on a line item budget and will help you understand where every penny is going.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/organic-modern-family-friendly-nashville-interior-design-reveal/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-28562\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/1018-0680B4.jpg\" alt=\"living room design\" width=\"1220\" height=\"714\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to see more of this project!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop the Look\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/42022-Leah-Modern-Bone-White-Upholstered-Latte-Wood-Base-Performance-Sofa-W?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-28113 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Leah-Modern-Bone-White-Upholstered-Latte-Wood-Base-Performance-Sofa.jpg\" alt=\"white sofa with performance fabric and wooden rail legs\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Leah Sofa\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/43469-Lexington-Tatum-Modern-Classic-Grey-Elm-Wood-Cube-Square-Block-Coffee-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-28085 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Lexington-Tatum-Modern-Classic-Grey-Elm-Wood-Cube-Square-Block-Coffee-Table.jpg\" alt=\"coffee table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Lexington Coffee Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/71633-Regina-Andrew-Atlas-Modern-Classic-White-Marble-Chain-Link-Accent-Sculpture?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-32037 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_71633.jpg\" alt=\"sculpture\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Atlas Marble Sculpture\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/79158-Ivan-Mid-Century-Clear-Glass-Black-Solid-Oak-Wood-Door-Arched-Display-Case?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-31426\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_79158.jpg\" alt=\"display case\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Ivan Display Case\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/120228-Emmie-French-Country-Light-Grey-Performance-Brown-Oak-Barrel-Occasional-Chai?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-28084 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Emmie-French-Country-Light-Grey-Performance-Brown-Oak-Barrel-Occasional-Chair.jpg\" alt=\"chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Emmie Occasional Chair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/105352-Madeline-French-Green-Upholstered-Brown-Wood-Brass-Casters-Nailhead-Sofa-W?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34238\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Madeline-Sofa.png\" alt=\"sage green velvet sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Madeline Velvet Sofa\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Reason #2 to Hire an Interior Designer: \u003C/strong>\u003Cstrong>You’re going to save time.\u003C/strong> \u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">We wanted to start off with the two things most people wish they could have more of: time and money. Just like hiring a designer will benefit you financially, a designer will also save you on time. A designer already has a trained sense of what needs to be done and when it needs to be done, and they’ll be able to anticipate any obstacles that may come up \u003Cem>before\u003C/em> they happen.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/cozy-masculine-modern-transitional-hudson-valley-home-reveal/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34331\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/midcentury-modern-bedroom-furniture-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"a cozy bedroom with a midcentury-modern bed, diamond-patterned rug, and upholstered bench\" width=\"1220\" height=\"813\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to see more of this project!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop the Look\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/79247-Matthew-Modern-Classic-Brown-Leather-Solid-Oak-Wood-Bed-Queen?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-32656 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_79246.jpg\" alt=\"A midcentury modern bed with a light brown oak wood frame and a leather headboard\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Matthew Oak Bed\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/98289-Ronan-Modern-Classic-Grey-Performance-Upholstered-Seat-Black-Iron-Frame-Bench?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34709\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Ronan-upholstered-iron-frame-bench.webp\" alt=\"upholstered bench with black iron frame and performance fabric\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Ronan Bench\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/149230-Visual-Comfort-Linden-Mid-Century-Plaster-White-Linen-Shade-Table-Lamp-Medium?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34707\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Visual-Comfort-Linden-Table-Lamp.webp\" alt=\"white table lamp with polka dot base and white linen shade\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Linden Table Lamp\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/85453-Berber-Modern-Classic-White-Wool-Diamond-Shag-Washable-Rug-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34706\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Berber-shag-washable-rug.webp\" alt=\"white wool diamond washable shag rug\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Berber Shag Rug\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/170386-Huxley-Turmeric-Velvet-Eyelash-Trim-Throw-Pillow-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34710\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Huxley-gold-velvet-throw-pillow-with-fringe.webp\" alt=\"gold velvet throw pillow with fringe trim\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Huxley Throw Pillow\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/154519-Hubbard-Modern-Classic-White-Oak-Wood-Nightstand?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34708\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Hubbard-nightstand.webp\" alt=\"modern oak wood nightstand with lower shelf and upper drawer\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Hubbard Nightstand\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Reason #3 to Hire an Interior Designer: \u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">You’re going to get a professional assessment.\u003C/span> \u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">When you hire a trained designer, you get an immediate plan of action for your space. Professional interior designers went to school and had several apprenticeships to do what they do. \u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">A trained pair of eyes will see things you’re guaranteed to miss. Interior design is a delicate balance of art and science, and good interior designers have studied both, so they know how to put them together. If you want to learn more about what makes an interior designer an interior designer, read \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/how-to-become-an-interior-designer/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">our article on it here\u003C/a>.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/kathy-kuo-apartment-dining-room/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34522\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Kathy-Kuo-New-York-City-dining-room-7.jpg\" alt=\"An apartment dining room with an extendable wood dining table, barley twist chairs, and an antique gold chandelier\" width=\"1220\" height=\"813\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to see more of this project!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop the Look\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/160693-Longmont-Updated-Traditional-Performance-Linen-Black-Wood-Dining-Arm-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34512\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Longmont-performance-linen-wood-dining-armchair.webp\" alt=\"Longmont performance linen wood dining armchair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Longmont Dining Chair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/140735-Rosela-French-Country-Antique-Brass-Rose-Shaded-Chandelier?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34076\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/antique-brass-chandelier.webp\" alt=\"antique brass rose chandelier with white lamp shades\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Rosela Chandelier\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/151552-Estrella-French-Country-Traditional-Burl-Demilune-Console-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34517\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Estrella-burl-wood-demilune-console-table.webp\" alt=\"Estrella burl wood demilune console table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Estrella Console Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/159948-Alaine-Updated-Traditional-Dark-Extendable-Rectangular-Dining-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34515\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Alaine-extendable-dining-table.webp\" alt=\"Alaine extendable dining table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Alaine Dining Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/172762-Nicolas-Artichoke-Linen-Floral-Banquette?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34171\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/green-dining-banquette-with-fringe.jpg\" alt=\"green tufted dining banquette with fringe\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Nicolas Banquette\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/160919-Blaise-Updated-Traditional-Blue-Wool-Patterned-Rug-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33882\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_160918.jpg\" alt=\"patterned area rug\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Blaise Wool Rug\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Reason #4 to Hire an Interior Designer: \u003C/strong>\u003Cstrong>You’re going to have a qualified liaison.\u003C/strong> \u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">A good designer will know how to speak the language when it comes to architects, contractors, and building owners. This is crucial in managing time and money. Strong communication between the interior designer and every other person on the project team is absolutely key. \u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">For example, proper outlet placement is going to depend on how you want your furniture placed. These types of issues should be addressed before any construction, and an interior designer will know exactly which issues need to be brought up.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/organic-modern-family-friendly-nashville-interior-design-reveal/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34701\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/kitchen-project-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"4 counter stools sit in front of a wooden kitchen island in a bright kitchen with white cabinets\" width=\"1220\" height=\"813\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to see more of this project!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop the Look\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/61745-Palecek-Mykonos-Coastal-Beach-Green-Etched-Glass-Vase-Medium?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34718\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Paleck-green-etched-table-vase.webp\" alt=\"etched green glass table vase\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Mykonos Glass Vase\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/144393-Millie-Rustic-Lodge-Natural-Acacia-Wood-Serving-Board-Set-of?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34717\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Millie-acacia-wood-serving-board-set-of-2.webp\" alt=\"brown acacia wood serving board set of two with round handle\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Millie Serving Board Set\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/118543-Edward-Coastal-White-Linen-Driftwood-Mahogany-Woven-Cane-Counter-Stool?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-30675 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_118543_1.jpg\" alt=\"mahogany wood and woven cane counter stool with white seat cushion\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Edward Counter Stool\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/164112-Hollis-Updated-Traditional-White-Iron-Aged-Brass-Lantern?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34716\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Hollis-aged-brass-lantern-pendant.webp\" alt=\"brass and white lantern pendant\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Hollis Brass Lantern\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/54366-Staub-Graphite-Grey-Quart-Cast-Iron-Round-Cocotte-Pot?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34720\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Staub-gray-round-cocotte-pan.webp\" alt=\"staub gray round cocette pan with lid\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Staub Cocotte Pot\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/76659-Damian-Coastal-Beach-Brown-Wood-Tray?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34713\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Damien-burl-wood-rectangular-tray-with-handles.webp\" alt=\"burl wood rectangular decorative tray with handles\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Damian Wood Tray\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Reason #5 to Hire an Interior Designer: \u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">You’re going to have better resources and contacts.\u003C/span> \u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Everyone knows it’s difficult to find good resources. But designers already work in the world of home improvement, so they’re going to have reliable connections that you may need. Hiring a designer will help you easily find an electrician, plumber, and/or contractor that you can trust. You get all the benefits of a professional with a design education, because designers understand how to create a functional space that is also stylish. Plus, interior designers often work closely with architects, interior design firms, interior decorators, and more, all whom have formal training. \u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Designers also have access to tons of product and fabric that is not available to the general public. With these resources, an interior designer will create a space for you that looks collected and unique (instead of the big box retailer stuff everyone has in their home).\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/sea-girt-coastal-design-home-reveal/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34100\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Coastal-Office-with-Blue-Wallpaper.jpeg\" alt=\"Schumacher Acanthus blue wallpaper in a coastal home office\" width=\"1220\" height=\"813\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to see more of this project!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop the Look\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/148665-Edison-Worn-Oak-Desk?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34714\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Edison-Oak-Desk-Amber-Lewis.webp\" alt=\"oak wood brown desk with curved frame and three drawers\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Edison Oak Desk\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/39982-Sarabeth-French-Beige-Upholstered-Sandstone-Brown-Wood-Rounded-Dining-Side-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34719\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Sarabeth-upholstered-dining-side-chair-with-wood-legs.webp\" alt=\"upholstered dining side chair with beige upholstery and light brown wood legs\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Sarabeth Side Chair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/100714-Uriah-Industrial-Loft-Grey-Aluminum-Round-Pedestal-Side-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33944\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_100714.jpg\" alt=\"metal pedestal side table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Uriah Side Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/163124-Antonette-French-Country-White-Ceramic-Footed-Decorative-Vase-Small?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34712\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Antoinette-white-decorative-ceramic-vase.webp\" alt=\"tall white ceramic vase\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Antonette Decorative Vase\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/51263-Exquisite-Rugs-Sanctuary-Modern-Classic-Ivory-Bamboo-Silk-Rug-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33942\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_51263.jpg\" alt=\"bamboo silk rug\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Sanctuary Bamboo Silk Rug\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/160528-Leon-Updated-Traditional-Blue-Slipcovered-Arm-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33948\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_160528.jpg\" alt=\"floral patterned blue armchair with pleated skirt\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Leon Slipcovered Armchair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Reason #6 to Hire an Interior Designer: \u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">You’re going to have \u003Cem>wow\u003C/em> factor.\u003C/span> \u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Interior designers are trained to think spatially and learn to see an overall picture in an interior space that clients often cannot. Thinking outside of the box when it comes to home decor is what designers do on the regular. Not only will your designer bring impeccable taste, but they will also pay attention to everything from color palette to proper lighting and furniture placement to fabric choices and fixture options. Designers can also get you furniture, fabric, and materials that are trade-only and not accessible to everyone else. A professional interior designer will create an interior with custom-designed pieces that fit perfectly and feel truly special to your home. \u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">People notice a well-designed home. Try to do it by yourself, and you’re stuck juggling the many elements that a designer is specifically trained to do so. And when they’re done, not only will your home look beautiful and cohesive, but it will also be incredibly well thought out and highly functional.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/luxurious-modern-organic-downtown-manhattan-interior-design-reveal/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34702\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Tribeca-Living-Room.jpg\" alt=\"a bright Tribeca living room with a white sectional sofa, burl wood waterfall coffee table, green velvet swivel chairs, and a grand piano\" width=\"1220\" height=\"763\" />\u003C/a> Click the image to see more of this project!\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop the Look\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/157516-Halle-Boxwood-Green-Performance-Velvet-Swivel-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34715\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Halle-Swivel-Chair-Boxwood-Green-Velvet.jpg\" alt=\"modern swivel chair with green velvet upholstery and loose back pillow\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Halle Swivel Chair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/87238-Klemm-Modern-Classic-Antiqued-Bronze-Large-Candleholder-Set-of?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=hireadesigner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-22640 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Oly-Studio-Klemm-Global-Bazaar-Bronze-Resin-Small-Candleholder-Set-of-2.jpg\" alt=\"tall black tapered candle holders set of 2\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Klemm Candle Holders\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; 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