Here are a few of my favorite tips of the trade I’ve learned while designing for myself and others on a budget! 1 - Start with some inspiration images - this is always the place to start regardless of budget because it helps you hone in on the style you’re after 2 - Establish an all in budget number and work backward - I would even recommend putting together a spreadsheet with placeholders for each item, so that you can search easily online using price parameters. This also gives you an idea of which retailers will fit within your budget 3 - Utilize Facebook marketplace or other resellers for more expensive items and pieces with character - For larger ticket items like a sofa, this can be your best friend! Finding a sofa with a slipcover OR adding a slipcover can make it good as new (plus the right slipcover is always a great design choice!) Marketplace and resellers are also the best places to find pieces with character - adding these items is key to good design and make your home feel cozy and lived in. Older furniture is generally higher quality than what is out there now anyway!