10 Must-Haves for Every Home

We have recently compiled a "Must-Have" list for every home. These are the Top 10 "things" we believe every home or apartment should include.

1. Light and lots of it! Whether it's natural light via large windows or strategically placed table and floor lamps or recessed lighting, light is so important. It's great for hiding the things you don't like and highlighting the things you do.

2. Functional and Comfortable Furniture. It's wonderful to have a fabulous sofa and even more useful when it is also a sofa bed like the "Alex" sofa bed from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams.

3. Multifunctional Rooms. "Formal" living rooms are out. Every square foot of your home is valuable. Use it!

4. Gleaming Hardwoods or Wool carpet. If you have hardwood floors, show them off, have them refinished when they look worn. If you prefer carpet, select wool that looks like sisal. It will wear well and last as long as you do. Weisshouse has a vast selection of in-stock wool carpet starting at just $ 3.60 per square foot!

5. Wool Rugs. Just like wool carpet, wool rugs last forever. They may cost a little more initially but the are a great investment.

6. Practical, neutral fabrics. This is a given. Slip covers are great too when purchased in white. They can be washed at home and bleached over and over again.

7. Great Art! Whether it's a painting or a framed photograph, art is a must. Art should speak to you. Even if you aren't an avid collector or feel that art may be out of your budget, vintage art can be very affordable and totally unique.

8. Colorful Accessories. Using color thoughtfully is a smart way to brighten up your space without a lot of financial investment. Colorful pillows, vases and art are always a great choice.

9. Eclectic Style. Choose furniture and accessories that incorporate many styles and tastes and consult an interior designer for advice on how to make it all work together. Weisshouse has a team of very talented designers.

10. Finally, Scale. Okay...this isn't really a "thing" but attention to scale and proportion can make or break the feel of your home. Tiny furniture in a large home is lost. Large furniture in a smaller home makes the room feel even smaller and poorly thought out.