The Secret World of Interior Design
May 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Unique Treasures Personalize Home
When was the last time you went shopping for something unique for your home? Looking for just the right piece to go in that special place? Then the dilemma—–what size should it be? What color? What shape? These are the questions that immediately flood the mind. We want it to be “just right”.
Finding that right piece turns out to be as varied as my clients. Primarily because we all have our own definition of what is right. In helping my clients discover what this might be, I encourage them not to question where the piece is going to be placed but to see it as something special for them.
As they begin this exploration I suggest they venture out and explore stores to see what strikes them. What pieces speak to them? What pieces would they enjoy looking at all the time?
As they go about this adventure they are now open to discovering things they might not have considered before. They soon realize that their options are greater than they anticipated and the choices many. They can buy anything they like as long as the scale and the colors work with the rest of the room. Sometimes, when a piece is unexpected and slightly too big or small or brings a new color to the scheme, it adds interest, personality and individuality. This is also how you can make a statement.
It is very rewarding to make a statement in your home—placing your signature on your life’s style. It is validating because it says, “I live here and I’m important”. It is your stamp of self -approval.
When living with someone who needs to be considered also, it can be fun to discuss the different things you see and combine your tastes. This allows an even greater dimension of what you could have created on your own.
My advice is to venture out and begin looking for that “perfect” piece, but know that it may not exist. Don’t be in a hurry take your time. There are many choices. Look for that special something that speaks directly to you and says, “Take me home and I will make you happy”. I promise you will find that it will look terrific in that special spot and will give you a wonderful feeling every time you look at it!
Have fun playing with your options and finding your own personal self-expression.
Remember, “Rooms Have No Feelings, You Do!”
Please visit me on my website: www.BarbaraKaplan.com
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