So, what do you think this article might be about then? Hmmm… difficult one… well, not really! Proportion is one of those interior design essentials which many people assess instinctively rather than applying any science, let alone a ruler. The relationship between the size of a space and the things in it is a key factor which will determine the look and feel of any room, regardless of anything else you do with colours or textures and so on.
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We are all able to identify the basics: sparse furnishings create a minimalist look, overstuffed furniture a cosy feel and so on but what about the more subtle spacial relationships. For example, if you are purchasing new bedroom furniture to revamp you bedroom you may want a particular piece to become the focal point. To do this, you need to make a bold statement and make sure that the rest of the pieces in the room don’t ‘fight’ visually. A huge and ornate four poster bed will look fantastically dramatic in a large bedroom, but needs to be surrounded by plainer furniture to really present it to the greatest effect. In a smaller room you may decide to feature a large, elaborate mirror which will change the proportions of the room through reflections alone. Read the rest of this entry »
