I’m an interior designer – white cabinets are standard and leather couches are so ugly
AN INTERIOR DESIGNER has revealed six interior design trends and styles he hates.
Loren Kreiss, an interior and furniture designer from the US, explained that white kitchen cabinets make you look boring and that leather sofas are “just ugly.”
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The CEO and Creative Director of Circlesa luxury furniture company, left people totally divided with his thoughts.
Loren shared his clip with the caption, “This Week’s Designer Diss Song Is A Smackdown For The Eternity,” and said, “Here Are Six Things I Would Never Use As An Interior Designer.”
Loren first shared his thoughts on white kitchen cabinets, as he explained, “If I suggested them to a client, they would punch me in the face. And I deserve it.
“They are super popular, but they are sterile, lifeless and basic.”
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What’s more, he can’t stand leather sofas, as he added: “People buy them because they think they’re indestructible, but they’re slippery, sticky and usually just downright ugly.
“They’re hotter than hell in the sun and colder than your ex in the winter.”
Loren also disagrees with the ‘copycats and knockoffs’ ideas, as he himself claims: ‘They are the worst wedding cover bands in our industry.
“Why would you want something fake that steals someone else’s idea?”
If your ceiling is white, prepare for an attack, as Loren candidly said about “white ceilings and baseboards.”
He continued, “Tell me you’re not an interior designer without telling me you’re not an interior designer. Your grandma called. She wants her paint job back.”
Moreover, this interior professional is not a fan of gray and white interiors, as he himself says: “Gray and bright white, everything.
“They are the gloomy and unattractive colours of prisons, pigeons, hospitals and the madhouse.”
Trends that interior designers hate
IF you want to make sure your home looks glamorous, these are the trends interior designers hate.
NO YELLOW: According to Bilal Rehman, yellow paint in the bedroom is absolutely a no-go.
He said, “If you want everyone to know you’re a horse girl, yellow is perfect for you.”
UNSUBSCRIBE: Kelly Hoppen shared her honest opinion about the Live, Love, Laugh signs.
The interior design professional explains: “Another complaint of mine – Live, Laugh, Love – those wooden things that are on bookshelves and floating shelves, that’s so 10, 12, 15 years ago.”
NO GREY YAY: Julie Provenzano explained that gray interiors are too common.
She stressed: “We took something good and exaggerated it to the point where it now feels copy, paste and boilerplate.”
Finally, the content creator explained why he hates “water-sucking lawns,” concluding, “They’re about as responsible as letting TikTok babysit your kids.”
“Plus, they make your yard look like a putting green for mini golf.”
Great Gap
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @lorenzoreisshas clearly caused quite a stir, as it quickly went viral and has now been viewed a million times.
I agree with EVERYTHING about this
TIkTok user
However, social media users were divided over Loren’s claims, with some happily agreeing with them, while others were even more in disagreement.
One user beamed: “Exactly!”
A second joined in the conversation: “I agree with EVERYTHING about this.”
While someone else wrote: “I actually agree with this entire list for the first time, Loren. Not for me and I wouldn’t recommend them.”
No way!!! I love leather, white ceilings and finishing
TikTok user
But at the same time someone said, “Learning is and has always been elitist.”
Another added: “Hi, I’m a fan of white cabinets here. They’re timeless, give them a boost with backslash, counters and decor.”
Lorens ‘rules’ for a stylish home
IF you want your home to look great, you need to follow Loren’s advice…
Loren confirmed that ivory is the most “underrated color” and is incredibly “fresh,” “clean,” “warm,” and “inviting.”
He also said that dimmers and decorative switches and outlets are “essential” to making everything in your home look better.
The interior design expert swore by underfloor heating, claiming it would feel “innovative” and “luxurious.”
Finally, he revealed the trick that “every top designer uses,” and swore by “throws,” also known as “plaids,” which instantly add style to any room.
Meanwhile, a third commented: “No way!!! I love leather, white ceilings and trim. No shame in me.”
Interior design advice from Loren
Fabulous spoke extensively with Loren about all things interior. He revealed the trends he foresees for fall 2024 and which style he hates the most.
I would like to see Cottage Core disappear for good. It is finicky and contrived.
Loren Kreiss
When it comes to an emerging trend for next season, Loren told Fabulous: “In general, I’m seeing a shift toward fresh, warm neutrals and soothing natural materials. Gray is done.”
In addition, the interior expert shared his thoughts on the trend he always recommends to his clients: “I recommend warm minimalism because it is a classic background that can be adapted and personalized to everyone’s taste.
“Natural, neutral, comfortable and functional choices should be the core values of any design.”
He also shared the trend he doesn’t want to see anymore by 2025, explaining, “I’d like to see Cottage Core disappear forever. It’s fussy and contrived.”
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