10 FORGOTTEN HOME FEATURES WE NEED TO BRING BACK! | Interior Design Ideas

By Kristen McGowan

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10 FORGOTTEN HOME FEATURES WE NEED TO BRING BACK! | Interior Design Ideas Interior Designer: Kristen McGowan Homes used to be packed with clever design features that actually made life easier. Somewhere along the way, practicality got replaced by trends. In this episode, Kristen reveals ten forgotten home features that deserve a comeback—from dutch doors and gravity-powered laundry chutes to a butler pantry, transom windows, and built-in ironing boards. You’ll learn how older homes solved problems that still frustrate modern homeowners and how to reintroduce these functional upgrades into new builds or remodels These ideas aren’t nostalgia—they’re smart, proven design solutions built for real life. Discover why simple additions like charging nooks, entry benches, and fold-away ironing boards can transform your home’s organization, comfort, and efficiency. If you want spaces that work as hard as they look, this guide is your blueprint. #interiordesign #homedecor SHOP MY AMAZON STORE

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