In my London home, I keep most ornaments in the living room and dining room as otherwise, the spaces feel a little too crowded. What trinkets I keep on display for me usually depends on the season.
'It is possible to have too many decorative pieces and trinkets in a home! While adding personal touches is essential to making a space feel decorated, overdoing it can lead to a cluttered, chaotic look. Too many decorative items can overwhelm the eye and make a room feel cramped,' says Young.
Trinkets in the kitchen, unless a unique saltshaker or item with function, might be better off elsewhere. Young says: 'There are a few areas of a home where you should be cautious about keeping these items. First is the kitchen – you want to be mindful that this is one of the more functional rooms in your home, so don’t overcrowd countertops with trinkets on surfaces that you use to prepare food and need to stay clean and easy to use.'
Another space where I have often revised what trinkets, ornaments, and artwork I keep on display is the bedroom and this is an area where you should be conscious of not keeping too many on display Young shares: 'The second area is the bedroom, as too many items can disrupt the serene, restful atmosphere you should aim for in that room. Save the precious space in the bedroom for just a few keepsake items that mean the most to you.'