A history lesson or a trip down memory lane? Neither, it’s an elegant space showcasing
refined taste combined with a collector’s eye.
Gathering together a collection is one thing, but displaying
disparate items in attractive and cohesive style is a different challenge
altogether.
We see shells, coral, fish and compasses. Lots of
books. Antique busts. The home of an intrepid
explorer, an avid sailor or perhaps just an armchair traveller?
This corner is full of stuff, there’s plenty going on, but
it actually comes across as a serene place to take a moment and savour
life. That’s because the varied elements
share essential features that blend and complement each other, thus creating a
pleasing, yet stimulating, experience for the eye.
The soft grey of the panelled walls provides a pleasingly
neutral back drop. The pale parquet floor has detail but does not
distract. The strong black lines of the
cabinet are repeated in the upholstery of the armchair, adding depth and
structure.
Pale and interesting, the objects on display differ in size
and scale – a very important feature. The shells wouldn’t be half as effective
if they were half the size! Slight shots
of colour prevent things from becoming too bland; coral and lilac are always
good options for adding uplift.
The romance of good old fashioned books will never be
replaced by a Kindle, and their ability to add instant gravitas to a space can’t
be underestimated. Keep your books,
gather more and most of all – read them!
Try Dulux Nolita for this shade of grey paint; our Polo armchair would work well in this space; check out our Caesar busts; try the Santa Barbara bookshelf for curiosity storage with style.
