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?