Monday, August 29, 2011

Go Big or Go Home

When I am designing a space, I am committed to seeing that every detail is thought about before considering the job done (this is probably why I never consider any of my own rooms in our home complete).  One of the many intimidators for homeowners is space.  As in, spacial relationships.  There is nothing I can't stand more than seeing a dinky little light hanging in a two story foyer or a tiny picture frame on a huge wall.  In my mind, if you don't have the funds to fill the space, let it be.  I would much rather save my money and buy the perfect piece than waste money on a "temporary" filler that will look horrible and probably never get changed out.  Let's see what you think...

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TWO STORY FOYER LIGHT

GO BIG


GO HOME

GALLERY WALL

  GO BIG

GO HOME

WALL ART

GO BIG


GO HOME
*Love the letters and the life preservers, but they may have looked less like they were "floating" if the preservers were much closer on either side of the name or on the top and bottom to create a more unified look.

Clearly, I am not all-knowing or the writer of all rules design.  I actually don't believe there are many "rules" to follow when designing.  I simply have a few pet peeves that I think can be majorly avoided if you are not scared to go out on a limb and go with your gut, rather than what your neighbor is doing in her home.  Most of the time, when in doubt, I usually go larger.  Don't be afraid to take a leap of faith and trust your instinct!  

Do you have any nail-biting spacial issues you just can't get over?  Or just any decorating pet peeves you care to share?
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4 comments:

  1. MichelleAugust 29, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    oh my gosh this post CRACKS ME UP!!!!!! Thank you for justifying me in having NOTHING hung up on my freshly painted walls....yet. Waiting for the BIG stuff to cover it. :) you are my inspiration!!!!!!!! BTW I LOVE your guest room. Did I tell you that? Well, if not, I do! I am so into the gray and yellow fad myself. My guest room is in serious need of a makeover -- I doubt I'll ever brave the chevron wall....but stranger things have happened. Thanks for inspiring me to continue to transform my home to reflect me and what we love!

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  2. Diana GillisAugust 30, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    Jess, this reminds me of something I've been struggling with. I'm looking to add picture frame wainscoting to my dining area (above and below chair rail) and have NO CLUE how to calculate the proper size and spacing - any tips?!

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  3. Jessica / Olivia Grayson InteriorsAugust 31, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    Are you guys doing the work yourselves? Definitely doable but possibly a little intimidating if you haven't done trim work before. I would probably need to see pictures to give you more details - send me a message on FB!

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  4. CarlieSeptember 1, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    I am finding that many men, mine in particular, do not grasp this concept. Mine consistently errs on the gigantic side of "go big". His sense of proportion is a bit warped. Thus, he has his own room to decorate. His special room in our new home will include a vintage operating table light fixture which will span 1/2 the width of the room! Sometimes I tease him that all his taste is in his mouth.

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