How can I mix DIY decor with professional design advice successfully?

Mix DIY décor with professional advice by first planning your space layout and testing color schemes using free online tools. Book affordable virtual consultations to sanity-check your ideas or get tailored recommendations for furniture and lighting. Use the sixty-thirty-ten color ratio to guide DIY painting and accessories. Apply professional tips for key decisions like rug size—typically a six-by-nine-foot rug anchoring your sofa with fourteen to eighteen inches to your coffee table. This method maximizes impact while keeping control of costs and personalizing your apartment.