In interior design, size really does matter and can make a huge difference in the overall success of a scheme. As an interior designer, I can attest to the magic of getting the proportions of certain elements right. If you would like to have a uniquely decorated and sophisticated home with a little WOW factor, here are 3 things that I would encourage you to think BIG about.
Larger Rugs:
In the world of interior design, rugs are like the canvas on which we paint the rest of our décor. In a living room, the feet of the sofa and armchairs, should sit on the rug to unify the space and create a sense of flow. A large rug, not only grounds the space, but also defines specific functional areas within the room. A small rug can look disappointingly stingy in a room and might even be prone to moving around if the furniture does not sit on top of it.
I love placing rugs under beds, dining tables and even in the kitchen. For a dining table, all four legs of the chair should still be on the rug when you are sitting down. As well as adding colour and texture to a room, by covering more floor area with larger rugs, you’ll create a sense of togetherness and intimacy making the space feel cosy and inviting.
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Home Of Annette Poole Via Wealden Times
Larger Lights:
I find that my clients can sometimes be nervous to choose larger lights. As a rule of thumb, I would go for a light with a span of at least 60cm in a 4m x 4m room which is a fairly typical London living room size.
Larger pendants or chandeliers, as well as floor and table lamps, add a sense of grandeur and elegance to a room and are a great opportunity to make a statement. In general, I tend to go for the largest lights and as many of them as I can get away with in a space. Small pendants in particular, can look like a spider dangling from the ceiling so be brave and go large! You will most certainly not regret it.
Larger Artworks:
Larger artworks can transform a room, add energy and set the mood in a space. Small artworks can look very lost on large walls, even when grouped together. Save them for smaller walls where they will look more in proportion. Look for artworks that resonate with your tastes and compliment the character of your home, whether they are antique landscapes, classic portraits or modern prints. A large artwork could even become the basis for a colour scheme in the room.
You could create gallery walls or hang one over the other. If you have smaller artworks, consider using larger mounts and frames to increase the overall size of the piece.
@Brandon_Schubert Via Home And Garden
