Let’s talk about the biggest budget battles in interior design—where dreams meet reality. Clients come in with big ideas, but they don’t always realize what it takes to bring them to life. So today, we’re breaking down the most common misconceptions, serving up some tough love, and giving real, practical advice on where to splurge, where to save, and how to stretch a budget without sacrificing style. Because let’s be real—Pinterest is not a price list. That million-dollar look? It actually cost a million dollars.