Here’s what designers have to say.
“Absolutely not,” declares Birmingham decoratorNicole Roby.
“Homes are an extension of people and families, and therefore homes evolve just like we do.

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A homes design is ever evolving to suit the changing needs of its inhabitants, she says.
In my case, its constantreupholsteryto suit a four year old, a cat, and a dog.
“The decorating is never really donehow sad would that be?!”

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The real finish line for me is always a photo shoot.
Once thats done, Im usually ready to start over again.”
That said, we just bought a new house and I am very excited to decorate it!

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“We love a collected lookan approach that takes time, thought, and reflection,” adds Burkle.