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1. Yes, someone mentioned catalog interiors, that's it! Ughhh.
2. And again, laying out the rooms around the ubiquitous flat screen tv, tivo and other black modern sub-par hi fi equipment. And of course, oh no---not over the fireplace mantle!!!
3. Barcelona chairs! (SORRY!) I hate them. I once worked for a design firm where the big boss was permanently stuck in his glory days of the '60s/'70s and NOT in a cool way. Mind you, I love mid century mod, but the way he curated it, still leaves a bad taste in my mouth and I haven't gotten over it.
4. Book covers that match. I've seen it and cannot understand why. Books are lovely in all their quirky unique-ness, why cover them????
5. Magazine-perfect interiors, not a thing out of place. Order is good but perfection kills the soul.

Absolutely, but then again, I'm already doing that. With a little planning and a different view point, going car-free in LA is definitely do-able. Contrary to popular belief, most shopping, arts and entertainment in LA can be done car-free, with a combination of bicycle, bus or train. And just like planning to drive at certain times to avoid traffic, planning to get on the bus/train at certain times works too. Lots of LA neighborhoods are extremely walkable with amenities nearby!