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Same space. Two completely different moods.
One feels calm, minimal, almost untouchable.
The other feels lived-in, relaxed, somewhere you’d actually sit.
Variations that I've been working on for a client.
Be honest - which one are you choosing?
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Excellent work. It's clear a lot of thought went into both the strategy and the visual execution. Lived in still my choice
Thank you Atolani. Out of curiosity what made you lean towards Lived in?
Lived-in, for sure. It's about feeling comfortable in your own space. I'd probably throw in some houseplants too - can't help it, I'm a huge plant person 😂
Plants would be a beautiful addition to the lived in concept, you’ve inspired me!
Lived-In for sure.
I like your idea
Thank you!
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I'm quite confused, cause both looks good, but Dopamine one, is like showing the end result that your life will be that colorful
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That difference is obvious to anyone without explanation.
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