Home Decorating Tips to Elevate the Mood Using the 5 Senses
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- čas přidán 30. 03. 2024
- Today we’re diving into decorating with the 5 senses. Perhaps you’ve never heard of this concept before; however, the top interior designers must consider them when designing beautiful (expensive) luxury hotels. They understand that in order for you to have an enjoyable stay, then they must be sensitive to this concept.
Having worked in luxury condo development for over a decade in NYC, I am exposed daily to the top interior designers of the world. I see first hand how they curate a space with luxury in mind, some of it I agree with and some of it I don’t.
Too many times we focus purely on the visual with interior design but the experience goes well beyond just sight. When we consider the other senses (touching, smelling, tasting, hearing) we have the ability to take our home from just another pretty place to a home that actually makes YOU feel beautiful!
In this video I will discuss some common mistakes we can make and how to fix them to create that luxurious feeling as well as offer my personal faves as a starting place for you to go further.
I hope to inspire you! It’s the perfect time of the year to make some lovely changes in your home.
Oh before I forget-for the month of April, I will be going live on CZcams at 7pm EST to answer your décor and design questions. Mark your calendars babe!
Be sure to find me on Instagram @christinadistefanostudio to submit your questions. Don’t worry you won’t be on camera to have your question answered-BUT you must DM me in advance to do so!
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If you want to share your home, design projects, inspiration, ideas to be used on an episode, or attend a CZcams live this April then DM me on Instagram:
@christinadistefanostudio
FOUNDATIONS OF CREATIVITY PLAYLIST
• Foundations Of Creativity
ABOUT ME:
Hey I'm Christina DiStefano! I am sort of a jack-of-all-trades: artist, sales director for a top NYC real estate development company, certified life coach, yoga instructor, Reiki practitioner, artist (I'm a painter), businesswoman--and now I'm taking on Interior Design via a certification (I'm starting an Interior Design firm in 2024 lovingly called Casa Serenità Interiors). Oh and did I mention I'm leading the renovation of our country home (inside and out)?!
I believe that home is a sacred place that we nurture, and in return, it nurtures us. That being said, my design process is focused on creating a sanctuary, a place of serenity that truly feels like home. - Jak na to + styl
Decorating with the 5 senses in mind is so useful, thank you! I can work on the smell much more. Touch is covered in my home, with my velvet sofa and other materials. And I love to listen to music, in the background. Mostly classical music, like Bach and the choral music of Palestrina, but also (religious) Indie Folk and of course Parisian/France songs. I used to be a music teacher. For the windows in my livingroom I chose roman blinds, because my space is so small, and it gives me more breathing space than drapes. The linen texture gives warmth. I agree that vintage and thrifted finds are more emotional than big store items. However I think that when chosen carefully for that one spot in your home, it can work also. When you don't buy an item to follow a trend, but when you get it because it communicates perfectly within your home. Not too matchy matchy, but with its own voice. For me it is about balance. In a personal setting a big store item can become a personal object of affection. Preferably combined with vintage, thrifted, memories and heirlooms etc.
Yes you do have a lot of great texture indeed Grady 💛 I’m inspired by your music choices-I should listen to more classical-I’m a Schubert lover.
I do agree on mixing the old with the new, with a curated eye and a sensitivity to materials, as well as staying true to your home story/voice. I often purchase vases from Zara Home and find they’re actually well made!
For me it’s about the trendy shapes and objects that everyone has in their home and also that are predictable-that starts to devalue these items. I’m striving to inspire others to find their own unique voice as well as have that sensitive eye. I’m not worried about you, you are very artistic and I see you have the eye!
@@Christina_DiStefano Yes, I agree, trendy and predictable items loose their value. I love that you help us to develop our own unique voice. It took me a while to get my own voice. Has also to do with age, in my case. In my life it took me many years to become the person that feels like myself. Dark periods help, although difficult and painful, but when there is a way out, it gives depth and growth. I love interiors where one can see a person has lived. Wether it is a well curated home, or just a personal collection of things. I feel the same with your video's. Keep em going!
@@gradyvandenbosch5772 I love your comments, Grady :)
@@MyGoldendoodleDiary Thank you!
I just finished watching/listening to your entire “Foundations of Creativity” playlist… I came across your channel 2 days ago!! 😂
I found your perspective on interior design SO refreshing and it’s already making me think differently on how I want to go about decorating our home. Thank you so much for sharing with us your approach to design! God bless!
Thank you Senia 🤗 and thank you for watching all those videos! You were busy, luv!!! I’m beyond thrilled they inspired you and are helping you look at design differently. This is my goal so it makes me so happy to know they are helping you ❤️
Keep me posted on your progress!!
@@Christina_DiStefano I definitely was! lol I’m a first time stay at home mom.. YT and podcasts help me get through my endless daily tasks without going a little crazy. So thank you for helping out with that as well.😅
I will! :) I think I want to focus on textiles right now, linen cafe curtains in the kitchen to help bring in natural light and our bedding desperately needs a refresh.
Would love a video on how to go about decorating in rentals. I have the hardest time making big commitments to furniture or even accessories. From my experience, furnishings and decor never look the same when you go from one place to the next. It’s so hard to want to fill up your home with things, knowing you won’t be there forever or even in the next couple years. But then it just never feels like home without adding to it.
Thank you so much for your response!! 💖
Hi! New sub as of today! Yay to finding your channel! So relate, with your thoughts and perspectives - we have a similar background - artist - design school - lol, I’m the friend you call when you want to make your house feel better … and the friend who shows up at the door with paint, magazines and coffee!
So, I’m an older professional with ADHD, but recently was diagnosed with Autism! WTF! OMG - I’m learning soooo much about it, and it’s nothing like the stereotypes I thought. I was so surprised to find out how many ASD folks are interior designers! I now realize my brain is inherently wired with an overwhelming drive/focus/connection to controlling my environment - manifesting in always making my home/space/office cozy, intellectually nourishing, beautifully curated and loved. The built environment is so my jam!
Ever since I was little I was building interesting forts with boxes, camps and “houses” - arranging furniture - obsessed with lamps, soft and natural light! Anyway - I think some peoples brains are just wired to drink everything in. It’s a spectrum and I’m thrilled to find your content! Thank you!
Awwww Annique-I was the same way as a child-and in some ways, I still am! I’m an HSP and so my environment and everything in it has the power to shift my feelings-like you a have a strong innate desire to create my space. We are very much a like 🤗
Yes autism is not at all like what people assume it is-what an interesting fact on ASD and interior designers. That’s fascinating!
Your friends are lucky to have an insightful, creative friend to help them make their house feel better 🥰 Please stay in touch. I really enjoyed reading your comment 😘
Excellent Christina - a great reminder about all the wonderful ways a home can bring joy and comfort to our lives through indulging our senses. Casa Serenita is looking incredible. I love Hotel Costes too - some of the music was on my wedding playlist (feat. Doctor Rockit)! We still listen to the HC albums on long drives, and it is wonderful to permeate the home with this music, too. I will have a listen to your other recommendations. My remedy music to give a home magical calming-the-heartbeat vibes is 'FKJ Just Piano (In Partnership with Calm)' - the accompanying CZcams video is worth watching for cozy-as-cozy home music room visuals - by 5 minutes in, the world is set right again - by the end, everyone listening is transformed ha ha. Have a beautiful day. Joanna x
I love this Joanna. I’ll check out FKJ. Oh! I watched The Bluebird! I really enjoyed it 🤍 Thank you so much for the recommendation.
Libra twins activate 🧚🏼✨🧚🏼
I also love the band Cigarettes After Sex-cheeky name! It’s romantic, sentimental and chill.
Love the sensory plan. I have a wellness business, and I offer the "Oasis" creation where I make sure there is a very personalized, uncluttered sensory corner/area I create in their home after they answer their "Oasis" plan questionnaire. So, I love that you included this! 🤗
Oh yes I love this idea--we all need at least one area designated "oasis" area. Such important work babe--keep it up!
Another great video that has inspired me to make small changes. Your talk about hospitality reminded me of a dear family friend, who always brought out food whenever we visited, even when we dropped by unexpectedly. She was always prepared for visitors. We always felt cared for when we visited her. Thanks for encouraging your followers to make a house a home.
Exactly Marcia 🤍 and it’s my pleasure! I love doing this so much ❤️
Oh I love the story of your family friend. This is a beautiful way to be remembered. Just a little preparedness can have a big impact on our guests. Thank you for sharing this memory with us 🥰
The drapes outside if a bay window make a huge difference…wow
Right?! So much better and the ceiling feels higher this way
Your videos exude the quiet thoughtfulness that I relate to. I find myself saying, "exactly!" while watching you! We are in the market for a small loveseat and a midsize sectional for 2 different rooms. I've been hunting for 2 years already! It's so hard to find something that is affordable and good quality. Because we are sensitive about textures, it's even harder. I'd buy used, but can't find sofas that are in good enough condition. The ones that are have a "like new" price tag. All I want is an immaculate, perfectly sized, linen or real leather Chesterfied sofa that costs a few hundred dollars...is that too much to ask??? 😂 Keep up the cool content!
Thank you Melissa!! I really appreciate you saying this and I love that you say “exactly”
out loud! EOL haha
PS I know that feeling and I’m going to keep an eye out for you!!
Killin it with the videos lately. I'm so glad I subscribed ❤
Awwww thank you!!!! Sending you a big 🤗
This is why I never look at subscription to choose who to take advice from. Because let me tell you something the way she be putting us on with these tips are OG designer tips.. I just love her!!! And she's so captivating to listen to. Like I'm never bored I'm always paying so much attention.
And the last tip! Is literally gold your house can look a million bucks but if your welcoming and hosting tips are off or just non existent the experience of coming to your home just ain't the same.. if your house looks good smell good and they don't leave hungry..I mean come on.. it's like a woman she looks good smell good and she good in the kitchen..it's a triple threat! Problem is they may not want to leave!! 🤣 In that case watch a different CZcams video to help you with that one!❤
Ha! Yes you might have that problem with getting people to leave! Thank you for the kind words Sarsura 🤗
I really love ALL of your videos!!!💜💜💜 This one is the way I've always tried to style/ decorate my home. I also MUST have plants/crystals and live fish/birds. They make me feel comfortable and it's really "home" for me. I also enjoy velvet so I've incorporated that fabric in most of my home.😊
Thank you so much Jennifer! I'm really happy you're liking the videos. Your home sounds lovely, like it must have really good energy and be very relaxing.
@@Christina_DiStefano I do "feel" it does. Thank you!💜💜💜
@@Jennifer-nz2ss You’re welcome love 🤗
The photos you include to illustrate the points are just terrific 👌🏼 I’m really enjoying your channel.
So glad you like them--I do comb though several to be make sure it they support the "lessons" so you can learn from the images--so I appreciate you saying this! Thank you for being here and spending your value time on the channel!! xoxocd
Love these design tips! Looking forward to your Wednesday Lives!
Yeah!!! Excited to see you there Nicole!
I love these videos, keep them coming please ❤
Can you do “antique shop with me video” to see how you select pieces when you are bombarded with so much stuff. I feel like you need to have a keen eye or you’re in trouble 😅
Great idea!! I would love, love, LOVE to make this for you! Yes, a keen eye is important but you an definitely learn and I'm happy to teach you!
Hi 👋! Scents is big one for me. My favorites are fall like scents I use all year round. Sandalwood, musks, Amber, Sage are a few of my favorites. I think I’ve incorporated the 5 senses you speak of 😂. I think…but all of the senses make sense in making your home feel nice. 👍🏼
Hi Evelyn! I love the scents you mentioned--we have similar taste! I realize now I left out so many that I love like sandalwood. So good and amber---lovely fragrances.
Enjoyed your video again. My favorite part: examples of trendy decor. You features some of my favorite yucky things. Looking forward to design dilemmas.
Hahahaha I know they are so over used. They add ZERO emotional value nor impact to a room. We are creating homes that mean something to us over here!
Her videos are just so practical and relatable! Please keep these videos coming!! They make me so happy!!
You got it!! 😉
Thank you Christina, as always. My favorite music, for cooking, or if I have guest, is Cesarea Evora. Cheers
Ooooooh I like the sound of that. Is it a playlist or a musician/album?
@@Christina_DiStefano No really, I play her in Pandora, and suddenly, it created her station, so you can have a mix, of fado, spanish guitars, some Nina Simone, all mix up. kind of I were listening Pink Martini. .Also I love Gabriela Y Rodrigo, for instrument alone, if you like spanish guitars too. sometimes has to be what kind of food we are cooking too, is mexican , defenelly Paquita la del barrio. and defenelly cuban music is a must. Some latin rock and roll, been born in Argentina back on the 70s.Ha!
@@nachig4754 YES I’m so excited to check these out!!! Thank you babe! You’ve just made my week 🤍 My favorite professor at university was from Argentina-such a lovely human. PS I too am a child of the 70s ;)
@@nachig4754 I love Cesarea Evora too. I never thought to play her music while cooking, but it sounds like the perfect way to make food taste better! South American, French, African and gypsy music gives me wings.
@@MyGoldendoodleDiary yes, I wish I could cook that yummy food, paella is my go dish if I have guest that enjoy sea food, but I love food in general. :), her station in pandora, mix it up too, no jsut her but also that kind of music good for the soul, as food it is :)Cheers
Great recos...totally agree and even some things I have not thought about (e.g., music and offering some food!) 😊😊😊
That’s great Sophia! 🤗
I could listen to you talk about design for hours! Thank you for sharing and looking forward to your live session.... I will dm you on Instagram.
Carol, you’re so sweet! Thank you for saying that! I still get nervous with the videos but focus on bring you inspiration for your life and home-so that helps me move beyond that. Looking forward catching you on the YT live 🤗
Hola Christina, Love this video. I always receive compliments on how good my apartment smells. It's a must since I'm a fur mom.
I spray Aqua Florida all over my apartment, especially in the corners of the entrance doors.
I like your sound effects when you sprayed. Lol. Too funny.
Gracias Bella for another informative video. I'm still catching up since I'm a new subscriber. God bless.
I believe the sense of smell just might be my favorite. It is so powerful in shifting our moods. I love all the senses but this one is special. You are creating memories for yourself and your guests taking this time to make your home smell beautiful 🤍 So lovely to see you here babe 🤗
Psssh, psssh, psssh. Got it. Scandinavians are all about perfect lighting. They pick and choose where they go out to eat based on the lighting in the restaurants. The author of Danish book about Hygge, said that he goes to a coffee shop that has terrible coffee because they have a cozy fireplace. Now that prioritizing.
Ha! You like my spray technique?! :D
I am the same way with lighting. I will not eat at a restaurant if the lighting is bad. It's not a good mood or vibe. It really does so much to create the experience. I don't know about having bad coffee in exchange for a cozy fireplace (I am picking about my espresso), BUT maybe I would opt for tea instead ;)
Great video, as always. Love the tips and the photos. Wish I needed a new rug…yours is gorgeous!
Thanks Toby! It came from RH but it's a classic type of rug so there will be some version of this when the time is right for ya ;)
Mug warmer hack is genius!!!! ❤
Thanks babe! I don't know who I learned that from--maybe from an aunt when I was much younger in the 1990s.
Totally agree on buying the same generic decor. I don’t understand why everyone wants to buy the same sculptured pieces that you see all over in everyone’s homes and in every store.
I hear you Lorrain! I personally have no interest in having the same things that everyone else has. I want my home to be unique, and feel like me (and Jerry of course)!
I really enjoyed this episode. You made many wonderful suggestions that I plan to incorporate. Thank you ! New subscriber here.
Awesome! Thank you Debi and welcome to the channel. Love seeing you here :D
Hello lovely! So inspiring the way you have added the five senses to curate our sanctuaries. I will be returning to this video again for inspiration. I love a subtle fragrance in my home, but some can be overwhelming when I burn them. Wish I could find a good palo santo candle. Love me some good mood music…all depends on my mood, but I often play soft jazz when cooking dinner. 😊
Hello my dear! Oooh I love Jazz too. Great music to cook to. So good...
I will keep an eye out for a good palo santo candle. Nothing smells as good as the real thing it seems. I have also been looking for this--and also frankincense and clove. I suppose that's very fall but I go based on my mood and time of day. I am highly sensitive to fragrance and so I must always be cautions so it doesn't over power or give me a headache!
Thank you as always for the great content!❤
Hi Pat! Nice seeing you here 🤗 Thank you for watching!!
My fav mood music is bladverk band, hara noda, Oakwood station, John Coltrane mostly jazz . Thanks for sharing these tips. Have a blessed Easter my darling sister in Christ
Loooove John Coltrane (and jazz). I will be sure to check out the others you suggested--thank you so much for sharing. I love new (to me) music.
Brillant concise content
Thank you Eileen 🤗 Appreciate your feedback babe!!
2:46-2:53: Brilliant!
Right!? It's a carry over from my younger Yankee Candle days in the 90s. I was quite crafty back then haha :D
@@Christina_DiStefano I appreciate that this gives those of us who prefer not to burn fires in our homes an option to enjoy candles. I stopped buying them, and now I have a way to enjoy them again😀
@@civilizeddiva Oh great!!! I love that 🤗
Thank you
You’re very welcome 🤗 thank you for watching 🤍
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Hi, my beautiful friend! I hope you are well. I have missed you.
I’ve been dealing with a health issue but I wanted to pop in and wish you and your husband a very happy, blessed Easter!
Big, big virtual hugs, sweet girl. Xoxo 💛
Awww Georgina! I’ve missed you too luv 🤍 whatever your going though I want to send you some love, light and a big hug ✨
Enjoy your Easter holiday as well, many blessings to you sweet one 🌸🌼 Super big hugs right back at cha 🤗
@@Christina_DiStefano Thank you so, sweetheart! 💛🫶🏻
@@georgina1921 🫶 I’m so happy to see you here
@@Christina_DiStefano And I am so happy to hear from you! You’ve been a great lift to my heart! 🥰
@@georgina1921 Likewise Georgina 🤍
Great video! What is your opinion on putting rugs over carpet?
Hi Kathy--It depends so much on the rug and pile of the carpet. I don't think it's a no, but I would have to see it to give you my confident opinion. If you feel up to it, DM me a pic on Instagram and I'll use it in the Q&A CZcams Live I have scheduled for Wednesday. No worries it not--it's a good question and I can answer it broadly on the live too!
Great content! You have your wireless mic too far away; I can hear reverb and reflections.
Yes, sadly it's actually on its way out and time for a new one. She was a good mic but her time has come so say goodbye...