Please tell me that I’m not the only one who literally drops everything when Kiva posts a video? I think I have an addiction to interior design. Please send help lol

@KivaBrent

2 жыл бұрын

I’m sending help right now, don’t worry 😂. Thank you so much! 💕

@khopper2004

2 жыл бұрын

I know you’ve always got my back!

@gailremp8389

2 жыл бұрын

Close.

@kimberlywilliams4553

9 ай бұрын

I really like Kiva

@gaildela5710

4 ай бұрын

Ha ha ha your comment made me laugh! 🤗 I'm the same way!!! 😂

I would appreciate a lighting video-- constant bone of contention between myself and my husband. Thanks, as always; Monica.

@KivaBrent

2 жыл бұрын

Will do!! 😂 Thanks so much for watching Monica!

@cocot7574

2 жыл бұрын

I would love a video on lightening. Love your videos btw, so much great content

@susanbaker2796

2 жыл бұрын

Yes to a lighting video. I struggle at the hardware store picking out simple light bulbs. Too yellow, too white, too blue white. Ughhhh. I feel like I need a lighting consultant.

I actually love the super bright white light. Living in an apartment, the first thing I did was replace all the cheap incandescent lights with bright white LEDs.

I've never even thought of using paper towels in my bathroom. If you wash your hands thoroughly, you don't need to worry about COVID germs getting on your hand towels. I do recommend that you have multiples of each your towel sets per person. One set hanging in the bathroom, one set in the wash, and at least one or two more sets in the linen closet/cabinet so you never run out or are caught in a bind. Learned that from my mother. Same with sheet sets. 3 sets for each person.

YES we do want a whole video on lighting ! And another one on cushions, or how to style a sofa and how to choose the cushions, matching colors (according to sofa colors) etc. Thank you so much for your videos ❤️

What I did was to get a rectangular serving dish and two six packs of white washcloth. I roll the towels and stack them in two layers. That gives 12 single-use towels and provide a luxury water closet feel.

@anyat686

2 жыл бұрын

Very posh !

Please do a lighting video. Love the tips in this video.

@KivaBrent

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Tiffany! 💕

Kiva, you cram so much information into your videos that it's mind-blowing! I love how precise and to-the-point you are while showing examples and sprinkled with humor. This puts you ahead of others in the same field several notches!

Last fall I bought a large canvas from Michael’s. I bought some paint (make sure the paint color goes with your color pallet), brought it home and let my kids paint whatever they want on it. Then I told them we were going to frame it and hang it above the sofa. They were so happy that I framed and hung their artwork. I got an inexpensive art piece that blends well with my fall color pallet that is sentimental and my kids feel special bc I hung their art work. Win! Win!

@monakinnel9271

Ай бұрын

As an artist, love, love, love children’s art!!!!!

You are not alone with the throw dilemma! I have a fabulous fur throw on my couch and I CANNOT get it to look perfectly thrown on my sofa lol. After 10 or so tries of throwing it from different angles and rearranging it, I always end up carefully folding it and neatly laying it across the back of my sofa 😂.

@anyat686

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah. I’m terrible at casually throwing it ! Always looks rubbish.

@TheOtherOnesVI

11 ай бұрын

I folded my throw in half and then tossed the ends over the back of the couch. So now I have the throw without seeing the edges.

Who else wants a video on different types of lighting?

I love the look of luxurious layered bedding, but I live in a hot climate 🤷‍♀️

“Did I care too much? Did I not care enough?” Lol. So true. Yes! ❤️ A full quilt blanket at the end of the bed is my ticket out of hell. Thank you. Lol.

A whole video on lighting would be great! Thx! 😊👍❄️

Love these videos! And yes, PLEASE, give us more tips on lamps and lighting! Not only more on the types of bulbs we need to be using, but also the size and scale of the lamps themselves, how and when to incorporate a floor lamp so it adds to the room, and ESPECIALLY some tips on choosing the correct style and SIZE of lampshade to work with your base. Sometimes when we use unique or vintage lamps we need to come up with the shade separately and it's so easy to get the wrong size. Is there some rule(s) on proportion of lamp base vs shade? THANK YOU for always having the best ideas and explaining them in ways we can easily understand!

I completely agree about the cold white LED's. I never use anything over 3000k. I'd love to see a video delving into more about lighting. Also, we have a number of original art pieces from unknown artists that definitely help elevate the rest of our signed/numbered prints, photos, etc. Great tip!

I am fortunate that my husband bought original art in his 20’s, we had 2 pieces professionally framed and matted. This choice and expense have elevated (as you say 😊) to the look in our entryway and living room. Terrific advice in your videos, thoroughly enjoy watching your videos. Thank you

Wait, people use paper napkins or towels in the bathrooms? I don’t really even understand that. Fortunately, since we are doing a new build, we are getting to buy all the appliances at the same time. We have gotten everything, from the large things like the fridge right down to the microwave and coffee maker in black stainless steel. I really do like the cohesiveness of it. We settled on that because my husband liked stainless steel and I preferred black appliances, so this was our compromise!

I would love a lighting video! Then I could find all of thee wonderful tips and information in one place!

@KivaBrent

2 жыл бұрын

Will do!! 💕

Hi Kiva, Great video! Thanks! In my powder room, I have a brass washstand and one towel ring. I have paper napkins in a brass holder, and one hand towel in the ring for everyday use. When I have company, however, I change out the paper napkins for washcloths, folded and stacked in a small brass basket that sits on the counter. A matching fingertip towel hangs in the ring. A second, larger brass basket sits under the washstand with a washcloth hanging over its edge, suggesting its purpose. A guest can take a washcloth to dry their hands and toss it in the basket under the washstand. Those who feel more comfortable with a reusable towel can reach for the towel ring. The towels are hunter green and match my wall tiles. Visitors are impressed!

The correct lightbulbs make a huge difference for me. Not too yellow or too blue. We have an open concept living/kitchen/dining area and all the bulbs have to be similar or it will drive me nuts 😆 But I’m also the person who at my previous home had to have all the outside trim the same color as the inside trim, so there’s that lol.

I love a good water carafe on the nightstand to incorporate some practical decor! 👏🏻

@KivaBrent

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!! I LOVE the look of carafes!

Yes please!! The quilt is foundation the bed is built on-I agree that everyone needs it. I always appreciate your suggestions. I have a toddler and I think you would allow me to be excused from the nightstand having decor. Coffee tables at my house are also bare-at least for the next few years. 😉 Please do a video on lighting. Lots of hand holding-I need lots of pictures. I know we need task and ambient lighting but can you go room by room and tell us generally where task and ambient lighting should go.

@anyat686

2 жыл бұрын

When my granddaughter was tiny barely crawling, she wanted to touch my two foot little statue of a glamorous lady. I just said to her mind or be gentle with “nana’s lady”. I’d always let her go near it (after much training) and she’d gently touch it, as she knew that was ok. It was so cute to see her be careful. I’m amazed that she’s 4 now and still calls it “Nana’s lady”.

I love your videos Kiva! you've really helped to inspire me to rearrange/ redecorate as I can + to enjoy my space more by making smaller, practical, affordable changes. You really take into account that not everyone can afford everything they want to do in their homes all at once, so thank you for being so incredibly inclusive + mindful in your suggestions.

I use king sized pillows on twin size beds.... Much more lush- it fills the whole bed.

Can you do a video on styling throw pillows?? I have purchased and returned so many pillows because they just don’t seem to go together on my couch. Color coordinating, textures, pattern, etc. Any ideas or tips would be appreciated!!

@lpnffchick

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!!! Couch for me

I’m a lighting designer and find many people get lighting wrong so I’m sure a video there on would be useful to most. Just one thing I would like to point out though - whilst I also prefer warmer light its something that is also affected by the climate. I find in very warm climates people tend to gravitate towards cooler colours - so Dubai for instance uses a lot of cool white aka 4000K. These environments are not what westerners classically think of as cosy. No one is putting out throws, candles and blankets when it’s +40’C outside. So maybe linking lighting colour to region is more appropriate than using ‘sterile’ as that may be an offensive term to some who do utilise these cooler colours.

@alajnabiya

2 жыл бұрын

I never thought of climate being a reason for the difference so thanks for that perspective! As an American that's lived in the middle east most of my adult life, I had wondered why there was such a clear preference for white lights here and yellow in the US. And lots if Americans I know hate all the bright white lights here and are very critical and tbh judgemental. And people from here wonder how Americans stand having such dimly lit rooms. I bought an LED fixture once and the man in the shop pointed out that it was a "yellow" light and apologized for having run out of the white ones. Personally, I've grown accustomed to the bright, white lights and on a recent trip to the US I found myself searching for every light switch in my sisters home and still being dissatisfied with the light. To each his own. 🤷‍♀️

@vaderladyl

2 жыл бұрын

I noticed most American homes lack in good lighting as if they don't choose the proper lumen or kelvin temperature amount for the space. I think the lack of proper lighting can be remedied when you pick the right amount of lumen, independently of kelvin(warm or cool). Also depends if you want task lighting or ambiance lighting. i happen to found the middle between too bright and too dim because I choose the proper lumen amount and the proper amount of kelvin temperature to make the space bright enough without having too much cool lighting that can be associated with ugly office lighting here in the US.

@murray1505

2 жыл бұрын

I’m in Southern Arizona; our local electric company literally gives away light bulbs. And they are cooler...go figure. My whole house is running on those bulbs now.

Could you talk about blinds like zebra blinds? You mostly just touch base on curtains. Please also touch base on of blinds and pair with curtains and how to do it? And yes would highly appreciate a lighting video!!! Love your videos!

@RagingCanuck

2 жыл бұрын

I had white zebra blinds made and installed for all my windows in our new custom build, except for the large windows in my formal rooms and principle bedroom, over which I hung sheers. The blinds sit inside their window frames. They are fantastic! Open, they let in lots of light while providing privacy. Closed, they are opaque. Because they are fabric, they look far more luxurious than traditional blinds. Since they are unobtrusive, I am able to add full-length curtains or roman blinds over them, thereby adhering to Kiva’s rule to layer window coverings. They provide consistency to the exterior facade of our house, regardless of whatever other window coverings I might install inside, over them. And, unlike Silhouette blinds, which I used previously, the slats of zebra blinds won’t get grotty because they are vertical, not horizontal, thus dust and dirt don’t accumulate on them. For greater privacy, zebra blinds with attached roller blinds are also available, but, in my opinion, unnecessary. I highly recommend them..

Kiva - you do know that half your subscribers over here in the other side of the Atlantic are clueless when you say you’ve paper towels in your bathroom ! I’ve never heard of such a thing 🤣🤣😂

@sarahrosen4985

2 жыл бұрын

And that’s a good thing! If the whole world did the ecological disaster thing they do in America…. Just watch any channel of someone from another country who moved to the US. Top of their list is always the waste and endless plastic cups and paper towels. Did you know that there are entire states without bottle and can deposits so no one recycles them?! How is that allowed???

@anyat686

2 жыл бұрын

@@sarahrosen4985 I know. And then we have to drink our McDonald’s milkshakes with their paper straws - which falls apart halfway down our drink 🤣🤣

@laurancurtis7853

2 жыл бұрын

@@anyat686 I use the stainless steel straws now - what a difference they make, you can actually taste what you are drinking instead of those stinking paper straws!

@anyat686

2 жыл бұрын

@@laurancurtis7853 ooh. Steel straws ( If you don’t mind). How posh are you? Lol. I’ve seen them. But now I’m so getting them and leaving them in the car. My grandkids will be delighted and think I’m really modern. Tks. For that one ☝️. Carbon footprint and all that !

@lillianlamantia9605

2 жыл бұрын

@@anyat686 if you have a Flying Tiger shop near you they do 4 packs of stainless steel straws with cleaning brush at very reasonable prices (just a few € or £) probably Amazon too but not sure. On the subject of unknown things, I have only ever seen one size of pillow here in Europe (except the buckwheat pillows that are often very small - and comfortable), never heard of “king sized pillows”… I will be looking now just in case!

Hand towels make my skin crawl. Unless everyone is using their own hand towel, they are a germy mess. I used paper long before covid. I'm ok with my powder room looking a little less expensive. I am definitely on the hunt for a more luxe bedroom look, though.

@sarahrosen4985

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you CAN buy a dozen hand towels so everyone can use a fresh, clean one.

It is only accidental that my barstools are the right height !! All my kitchen appliances are the same colour which is not accidental but brings the calmness into my kitchen which I need. As a compromise between single use paper towels and fabric hand towels I use large facecloth buying 10 to twenty in the same style. So we don't waste paper or laundry but still make single use possible. New for me and important is your advice on having a swivel TV screen. When I have a chance I will definitely try it. Thank you!

I'm really loving ❤️ this because I just bought a new home n I'm trying to get my life together.. I'm learning here.. first I'm going to declutter.. but saving these in my favorite resources

@KivaBrent

2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your new home!! 💕

@journeytowisdomandwealth2905

2 жыл бұрын

@@KivaBrent Thank you so much

A lighting video would be great. Love you, your videos, and your design skills, Kiva! ❤️

I particularly liked the first tip about the direction of the bedroom rug. 👍

I have 2 hand drying options in my bathroom. 1) White Bounty napkins resting in a pretty glass vase thingy on the counter. I like Bounty napkins because the plain white appearance makes them look sleek enough and since they're Bounty, they're strong, and also not expensive. 2) Decorative hand towel hanging up that people can use. I do not believe in having pretty hand towels only for display. I change out the hand towel everyday. I keep the spares in the cabinet under the sink.

I love that you show examples of what you are talking about. 💕

Yes please do a video on lighting. Even five us actual brand examples, wattages and size 😉

A lighting video would be great. I hate those cold white lights. When I walk at night, I can always see those bright lights through curtains and it reminds me of an office. Another great video!

Take a shot for every “right?!” 😂! On another note; in regards to the wall art, I used one of your previous videos about how to make your very own piece of art using the IKEA canvas and frame and it turned out beautiful! I absolutely love it!

@uncletaytay9362

2 жыл бұрын

i’m glad i’m not the only one who noticed that 😂

@stephaniesaffoldwoolridge9987

2 жыл бұрын

Lol! Same! I came here to see if it was just me. Some good tips though, right? 😂

Kiva, yes, please do a video on bulbs & lighting! Are the daylight bulbs the ones to get for living rooms & kitchens?

"abyss of bed" LOL, good way to put it. Or you could say they look out of scale, or you didn't care enough to get the proper size. Great tips as always. Thanks Kiva.

Kiva! Love all of your videos! I just purchased a new construction home and everything is ‘builder grade’😩. I would love a diy shorts vid on how to frame the bathroom mirrors! Also going to be using several of these tips! Thanks for always giving us a way to bring luxe vibes on a budget❤️

Hii kiva...right on time🥰💐!!! We recently bought a bed,dresser and nightstand al Same set ..I know I know..it matches but I want to play safe in bedroom than not able to find the cohesive pieces .... Please help me and give some idea to elevate the bedroom with matching sets.thank you kiva!!! FYI. We dint get the mirrors for the dresser that's one change we did.😁!!!

@KivaBrent

2 жыл бұрын

I can definitely do a video on this!! Thanks so much for watching! 💕

@kavisenthil359

2 жыл бұрын

@@KivaBrent thank you kiva😍💐!!!

Yes!, a whole video on lighting please beautiful Kiva! Thank you for this hard work!🙏🏼💕💖🥰🇨🇦

Thank you Kiva! Your advice is priceless! Yes, please on lighting video! On lighting some not-very-well-shaped rooms. My townhouse-style apartment is bit dark. To make it worse, I have almost no lighting. Very long bedroom, no ceiling light. Small dining area has some generic chandelier right in the middle, while the only way we have space to walk around is to have the dining table off to the wall. Living room has a big rectangular skylight which is positioned 1/3 off the ceiling from one side and 3/4 from the other. Fireplace in the corner supposed to have a track lighting pointing at it. But when renovating, someone moved that about a foot to the side, so now it is off center of the fireplace, and also too small for the space. On top of that the ceiling is "vaulted" (in reality, slanted down to just 7'). For the life of me, I cannot figure out how to make the space not looking like a cave every evening, in which spot exactly to hang a chandelier if it is possible at all. Thank you! All the best!

I have LED lightbulbs in my chandeliers that are warm. However, I just recently had a new chandelier installed that uses the white bulbs but I'm okay with it as it will be used mostly for task lighting. Also, as we get older our eyes don't take in as much light so we need brighter spaces. Love your information and inspiration! ❤💕

Definitely need the lighting video! Love the hacks!!

Great video! I think I'm going to move my living room television out of the focal point. I've never liked it there. Thank you, Kiva!

I did not know that was a Frame T.V.! Where have I been? I can see the screen reflection now lol. Ours is hidden in an Ethan Allen Asian inspired armoire that we invested in years ago that I still love. 💕

Yes please for a full video dedicated to lighting!

Yes, I need a light video please 🙏🏾

When are you going to teach us how to “throw our throws” properly over our beds and sofas.

Would love to understand more about lighting and kelvins with visual examples in rooms please. Love your work and channel!

Can you show us how to make a bed like a hotel bed. I’ve bought so much, but I still can’t get that fluffy feeling hotels have

@KivaBrent

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I can do a whole video on that!!

I'm literally obsessed with every single video 😌 I would love if you could give us some tips for finding a color pallette, I always find myself picking every single color and then nothing seems to match or flow naturally 🙃

Obsessed with your videos! So well thought out. Can you do a video on how to style a fireplace mantel for different design styles?

My parents just renovated their home and spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on much needed repairs and improvements. However, they used 5000k temp bulbs everywhere and it’s 🤢 I’m sticking to 3000k for our condo renovation and 2700k for more ambient lighting, all dimmable. Makes a huge difference in setting the tone for a home. I also invested in custom artwork for our dining area where I collected coffee bags I’ve tried from 2021 and made a big collage with them and had it custom framed and matted. It’s a bit colorful but is a statement piece when you walk into the home and see it in the dining area. I think it will really make the place pop!

I would love a video about different lights/light bulbs. Especially including full spectrum light bulbs. And including renter friendly options.

Yes Kiva, lighting video please🥳🥳🥳in the process of constructing my home now👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

I throughly enjoy your videos. You give great advice and bring such positive energy. Thank you for sharing!

Love all your tips!. Thank you for sharing!!

I’ve been bingeing your videos. Love the simple and affordable tips for all budgets!

Great tips Kiva!! So true about the quilt at end of bed💕❤️💕

Super Awesome advice Kiva!!! Love these mini refresh

What a comprehensive video K!!!!!! ❤️

Yes.I m excited I’ve done what you say...mirrors above nightstands ,counter height chairs for counter height,embellished artwork,correct rug size,I’m on my way thank you!

OMG! So funny looking at the size of that mini lamp on the nightstand. I agree with another post regarding seeing a video about what size, shape, texture of lamp we should be using on our nightstands.

I'm so excited to try out some of these suggestions. I think it's definitely time to buy some decent pillows, I've always had the cheap ones. Same with a duvet, time for an upgrade. I've already bought myself a hand held steamer to fix my curtain wrinkles. Going to focus on my bedroom first.

For Christmas I got a single bed weighted throw. Very nice and this summer, I made it into a throw at the end of my queen bed and not only does it look elegant but it keeps the duvet in place.

LOVE the mirrors beside bed idea - thank you

You can buy exciting, new knobs for those nightstands, chest of drawers to make them look fun and show a little bit of your personality! I just don't like a lot of stuff on my nightstand or on my drawers.

Your videos are addictive! I love your sophisticated style and down-to-earth approach

I would love a lighting video also. As always, awesome content!

Yes! I would appreciate if you do a lighting video! And thank you for all the information, it really help Monica! You do such a great job👍

Yes. Spice jar problems. Great solution ❤️. Thanks.

Definite yes to the lighting video

I have a basket for used and unused washcloths once use and done! no paper towels, and yes You get less sick!!!!

I'm absolutely ripping out the vanity and replacing it with something stylistically relevant just as soon as I can afford to.

I do keep paper towels in my guest bathroom since I don't have multiple people over that often. I buy them at Home Goods usually, so not too expensive. All of my small kitchen appliances and accent decor in my kitchen is red. I love it. ❤❤

Thank you KB, great video!!!

Very helpful tips. Thanks for sharing. I was glad to see we already did some like different lightning.

💖💖 Fantastic tips especially about the furniture height.

@KivaBrent

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! 💕

Funny thing, we just moved, so I bought 24 jars to decant my spices. As I was walking them, I was listening to this video. I bought them at Ikea for less than $3 for 4. 8 went on Amazon and bought round pre-printed labels with spice names on them, and voila I can't wait for them to dry to decant, and store then in our gorgeous kitchen!!! Thanks Kiva, for your wonderful tips!!!

The problem I have with cloth hand towels is that once they're used, they're wet and are rarely hung properly by the last user. Not to mention the sanitary issues with used towels.

Yes please do a lighting video! Would be appreciated! Loved today's video!!

Would love a how to make a bathroom look more Lux video

I really like this series!!

I would love a lighting video. It’s an area that I don’t know much about. 😀Lots of great ideas and a few I did not know about.

Had to laugh about the paper towels in the bathroom! First house we bought we "inherited" about 100 monogramed paper towels from the previous owner with an additional message printed on each "Nancy prefers paper!". We thought this was soooo odd!

@sarahrosen4985

2 жыл бұрын

OMG! What?! Oh, Nancy…

@TheDriftwoodlover

2 жыл бұрын

It IS odd. 😂

I NEED a lesson in lighting. The kitchen and all rooms. I have the hardest time with good lighting. I'm at least aware enough to know that what I have is too minimal.

I also would love to see a lighting video. My previous house was so dark that I crave light.

Good stuff….thank you Kiva!🇨🇦🥰👏

Lighting! Yes, please!!!

We are downsizing… mirrors on the side of the bed! 👍🏻👍🏻 Thanks

Quilts are my secret weapon for kids rooms! I actually use them as my kids 'fitted sheet' because they stay tucked in really well. My kids sleep on top of the quilt with a nice comforter. I get a beautiful neutral quilt & swap out the comforter as their rooms change. I keep a sheet on the bed just in case they're ever extra chilly. It makes for more independent kiddos too because it's easier for them to make their bed. Plus they never really look wrinkled like sheets do!

@adamstowel

2 жыл бұрын

That's my secret weapon for myself! 😆. Much warmer than slipping into a cold sheet too

I don't agree with the pillows. I sewed pillowcases that are perfectly comfortable for me and stuffed it with the inside of another pillow. I don't care if they look good or bad on our bed. They have the size 45 cm x 65 cm (17,7 inch x 25,6 inch). There is only one size for bed pillows in Germany anyway, 80 cm x 80 cm (31,5 inch x 31,5 inch). In recent years they added a size 40 cm x 80 cm. But the standard size is always 80x80. I don't care if my bed looks good when the pillows are uncomfortable. Additionally, there are no throw pillows in Germany.

Hi, love your suggestions. Wondering if you have an idea on how to disguise a CPAP machine that you need easy access to on a night stand. I just hate looking at it but not sure what to do.

Thank you for your inspiration

Another great video, Kiva. Would love to see a video about lighting. If anyone wants to DIY some textured art, lightweight spackle on a gallery framed canvas works great.

I really like the idea of two mirrors flanking the bed. I might use that in the future, thanks.