Greetings! Thank you all so much for checking in on me over the weekend. My daughters wedding was absolutely lovely. There were so many special things about it I cannot wait to share once I can get back into Portland and load some photos and gather my thoughts. An unbelievable amount of detail and coordination went in to this event (which was actually designed to be “a simple beach wedding” but yet still took a lot of thought!) so my brain has been on overload. Meanwhile, I kind of left you all hanging there without any posts so I am going to put in another observation post so we can have a little fun while I am getting myself back into gear.
For those of you new to this game we’ve been playing, here are some ideas to jump start the conversation, but feel free to share on anything about the room:
- How would you describe this style?
- What is the mood of the room?
- Describe the personality of people who might live in a room like this?
- What are the main things you notice when you first look at this photo?
- What are some subtle features that you notice when you look more closely?
- Notice things like the shapes, the textures, the colors, the proportions, patterns, etc.
- What is something you can learn from this style or how the room is put together?
- What role does the architecture play in this room?
- If someone wanted to create a room like this, what are some of the significant things they should incorporate?
Enjoy observing, and don’t forget to share with us what you noticed. Many of you have commented how much you are learning by both sharing AND reading what others share. I agree this is a great way to learn about design!
“Observation” is a new series of posts where we will all share our observations on the day’s photo. There is no expected, right or wrong comment. Just share what you see, what you notice, what is unique, what you love, what strikes you, or what is something you might have learned about design from this photo.
You don’t have to love the room to observe things about it. We’ll study all kinds of rooms (don’t worry, we’ll do other posts too, not only these!)
This exercise is both to stretch our own creativity and to help ourselves and others see from a new perspective.
Need more help with what to look for? Read the explanation post here. Have fun observing!
Photo: Southern Living
The floor reminds me of a very old Martha Stewart tape I have… Of her at Turkey Hill… And telling how she did this type of pattern on the hall floor, I think.
Miss Mari-Nanci
Smilnsigh
One of those kitchens that looks amazing in photos, but really, who keeps apples strewn loose on their kitchen island and over-size lanterns on precious bench space. However, the colour combinations are divine, as are the lights over the island. The floor is inspired and a brave choice. The kitchen stools are an excellent choice also, anything too fussy would have detracted from other design details.
The first thing I notice in this picture is the floor. It is brilliant and sets the tone for the room. If I had to name this design style I would pick something like Traditional Farmhouse. I picture the family that lives in this home as pretty sophisticated, driving a volvo, maybe sitting in the library right off of the kitchen. Interesting how a picture can conjure up all of these random thoughts. I am in love with apron sinks, so this room is a dream. Can’t wait for the Fall themed blog events this next week!
-pumpkin cottage
Kristins last blog post..Ribbon Love