Thursday, July 9, 2009

Opt for Scale

I love grand gestures when it comes to scale.
Large things give a room a less predictable look . . .

But you will need to vary the scale too, if everything is large , you lose the impact you were trying to achieve.


In order to enhance something , it has to be surrounded by open space. Do you need to think a bit larger in your own castle?



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20 comments:

  1. savvycityfarmerJuly 9, 2009 at 5:02 PM

    oh yeah baby ... spot on!!!

    I think our hearts beat at the same time
    ...I KNOW, I KNOW, i've said this before

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  2. Laura @ 52 FLEAJuly 9, 2009 at 5:42 PM

    I need a larger castle!

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  3. Linda in AZ *July 9, 2009 at 5:44 PM

    * VICKY-girl~~~ I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE LARGE SCALE "ANYTHING" TOO!!! (It's a charming way to avoid clutter, IMHO!)

    That first pic, w/ the REEEEALY overscale "clock", is OBVIOUSLY incredibly STRIKING (Oh! Get get PUN? Ha!). ANYWAY, I simply ADORE the freshness/crispness of all the stark white (contrasting w/ the dark accents), the rug AND the open door leading to what appears to be a luscious outdoor area w/ a super lantern... (I "do" question the INDOOR CHANDY, tho... do YOU?)...

    Note this is just MY OPINION, as I'm certainly not a "pro", but I'm thinking that hanging the clock a tad lower, then placing a lonnnng, dark, old wooden bench, MUCH LIKE the charming table there (only lower of course), might have "worked" a little better... "scalewise"... (You're the pro here, and if it's ok to ask, I WOULD like to see how YOU feel about that!)~~~

    As ever, I ALWAYS enjoy visiting you & seeing what you have for us~~~ it's ALWAYS so delightful & fun, & so often very thought-provoking, too!!!~~~

    "Who luvs ya, baby?!?!"~~~

    Big hugs,
    Linda

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  4. Hill Country House GirlJuly 9, 2009 at 5:46 PM

    Love the photos, especially the second one. It belongs to my friend Emilie Bolton, from Fredericksburg!! Love that vintage pig print!!

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  5. cedwards55July 9, 2009 at 5:48 PM

    Me too, Vicky! I love a very DELIBERATE piece in a room. Not only is it typically a great focal point, but even the smaller pieces seem to become more important. Love that you've reminded me of this. I've been struggling with a mantelscape this week. I'm clearing the whole shebang off and getting one really grand accessory. So much fresher for Summer, don't you think?

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  6. Tracy WatierJuly 9, 2009 at 7:42 PM

    I agree. It's fun to play with scale when you have the right space to do it in. The clock face in the first photo is a bit much for me... I guess I'm not that bold! Or maybe it's the dark/light contrast that makes it too harsh. LOVE the vintage piggy/hippo/? print though. Big but soft.

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  7. AnonymousJuly 9, 2009 at 7:56 PM

    What beautiful photos!

    I'm better about using larger things to decorate with. I think it's a learning process.

    Thanks for such an inspiring blog - I always learn from you :)

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  8. cotedetexasJuly 9, 2009 at 9:06 PM

    I so want a huge clock. haha- I just had a naughty thought.

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  9. AnonymousJuly 10, 2009 at 3:21 AM

    That enormous clock made my heart skips a "tick". You know, the name of my blog makes it even more exciting. Thanks for sharing your wonderful posts with all of us.

    Charla

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  10. Tales of WhimsyJuly 10, 2009 at 6:53 AM

    That clock (in the 1st picture) is gorgeous! LOVE IT!

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  11. TanyaJuly 10, 2009 at 7:29 AM

    I completely agree! I just removed some furniture (that I liked) to give my rooms some "air". Love all of the clocks. I seem to gravitate to clocks and mirrors!

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  12. aliceJuly 10, 2009 at 9:33 AM

    I love large scale... once I got Axel Vervoordt's book a while ago I realized everything I have is so puny and thats why things can get cluttered looking... oh well, can't replace it all right :)

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  13. Room Service ~ Decorating 101July 10, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    Linda, I could not agree with you more, as always! You are a designer my friend, you just don't need the money! lol

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  14. xinexJuly 10, 2009 at 2:15 PM

    I want that big clock, Vicky!...Christine

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  15. Linda in AZ *July 10, 2009 at 7:06 PM

    * Oh Vicky girl, THANK YOU a thousand times! That's not only one of the NICEST compliments I have EVER received, but it's also the SWEETEST! Yep, I love ya, girlfriend... You just made my BD weekend "super fab"!!!

    THANKS, Sweet one!
    Love,
    Linda *

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  16. Linda in AZ *July 10, 2009 at 7:07 PM

    * P.S. "Ha-ha-ha" re the $ comment, you silly goose! XOXOXO *

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  17. Renae MooreJuly 10, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    I like large things...it definitely makes a statement...great thought provoking post!
    Blessings...

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  18. Artsy Fartsy Junkin FindsJuly 11, 2009 at 2:14 PM

    Oh my, how I love all your Big Stuff, hehehe, Blessings, Janna

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  19. mrsbenJuly 11, 2009 at 6:30 PM

    Bigger is Better....who says? Ahhhhh, these pictures do!!!! Those clocks are really something aren't they! No excuse for being late. (Smiles)

    Superior and inspirational post Vicky.
    -Brenda-

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  20. AliciaJuly 11, 2009 at 11:08 PM

    Drooling. drooling, wat to live in first image for a spell.....
    Have a lovely Sunday!!!

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