I know that in the past, I’ve written about the need to rebel against interior design rules. However, there are a few key “rules” that we designers actually adhere to. It’s not because we follow the rules. We clearly don’t. It’s because these rules actually lead to practical, functional and efficient design.

I’m referring to key measurements/dimensions that you need to know. At Talie Jane Interiors, we often get questions from clients such as, “how many chairs will fit my dining room table?” “What size chandelier do I need?” “What’s the best rug size for this room?” Below are answers to those questions and more. But keep in mind, these are guidelines rather than set-in-stone rules, so once again, interior design rules can be broken. ⁽¹⁾

Living Room

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