Monday, September 19, 2011 by {darlene}
happy ditto day! If you are new to ditto posts, the goal is to break down a gorgeous design so that the details become tangible…and do-able. ditto-able.
Enjoy this creamy and restful space, designed by Victoria Hagan. And weigh in on what you would ditto!
DITTO :: {WHAT I WOULD STEAL FROM THIS SPACE}:
- symmetry perfection. What fully draws me into this room is the calming and firm presence of symmetry. It is the strongest feature in this space, and creates an instant feeling of order and peace. In fact, with such a steady foundation of symmetry, I would use that base and add gorgeous, interesting accessories/art to take a little bit more risk and add more color and life to this room.
- reflecting, identical furnishings. This is another successful element of the grand symmetry in this room. The matching, reflecting furniture pieces keep the space uncluttered to the eye and give its visitors a perfect place to rest from the clutter of daily rushing.
- a strong center. Everything in this room points to the center of the room, which gives a strong focus to the hearth, and is wonderful for conversations. Again, this is due to the symmetry, and the direction of the furnishings. It would be a delightful place for a family or friends to gather around a fire.
- cream on white. The predominant color in this space is white, and it is given variation using different shades of cream. I love the quiet, bright and peaceful feeling that can only be found in a white room. But, not everyone can do a white, creamy space such as this one – especially not the cream carpet – but there are plenty of other ditto-able creamy elements in this room. The ceiling and the walls disappear into each other, but have their individuality in their differing textures. The creamy upholstery can be done in durable/washable fabrics. The creamy trunk adds another dimension to the color scheme. Even the golds and raffia-tones in the chairs and lamps are a deep level of cream tone.
- a fantastic floor plan. I first saved this photo because I would love to use this floorplan in my own living room at Fieldstone Hill. I love how two sofas are incorporated into this space, and how it allows two, interesting chairs to take center stage. But my favorite feature is how the symmetry points to a strong center focus.
- creating height. Several elements in this room add height variation and interest: The floor lamp and the table lamps are placed evenly around the room, adding height wherever they are places. The drapes are hung all the way to the top of the ceiling, which is a fantasic and easy way to add height variation to a room. The vertical barn-siding adds constant height around the room, drawing the eye upward. And a tall, strong piece of art right in the center of the room, which is hung vertically, instantly turns the center focal point into a height-adding feature.
- a yellow-green centerpiece of nature. I love when yellow-green plant life is added to a room. Plants and cuttings such as these add instant breath and life , and remind me of lush, well-hydrated pastures.
- vertical barn siding. Keeps this formal room down to earth, so that it still has a casual and relaxed feel. The siding also adds welcome texture into a room that features all natural tones and colors.
- zero clutter equals breathability: A simple concept that is so rarely embraced by home-dwellers. When clients come to me, telling me that they are unhappy with their spaces, I believe that they underestimate the damage that clutter can do. Besides being a time-stealer, clutter is a mind-clogger, and a space cannot breath unless they eye can easily move around the room without getting stuck. Not everyone would agree, but I personally believe that beauty is strangled when clutter is strongly present. Hmmm… sounds like an entire post unto itself.
WEIGH IN. WHAT WOULD YOU {STEAL} FROM THIS SPACE?
WHAT WOULD YOU DITTO, 1-9? OR SOMETHING ELSE? love hearing your thoughts on this!
oooooh! And, I can’t wait to tell you about a special visit I had with one of my most favorite-est bloggers. I will share my pics with you tomorrow, {you know. can’t miss that Monday ditto!}, but the very cool Angela will tell you more over at her blog-o-creativity.
Hi Darlene, the barn siding is my MOST favorite! I love how it surrounds the fireplace….I want some 🙂
thanks for your sweet words over at TPH. Hope to meet you someday too. Isn’t blogland cool?
Hi Darlene…I have always thought that cream and white look good together. And then it allows you to add a hint of color here and there…and that color could be changed out now and then whenever you wanted to! But I have never had a cream and white room. And I choose a little deeper neutral…creams and taupes. (:>)
This room is calming and serene, and that does appeal to me. But I do have to admit that I am one of those “clutter bug” people you are talking about! Tee~hee! I find so many pretty, interesting objects, and I have way too many of them! And even though I know in my head that there are too many items in my rooms…I just find it so hard to part with the things that I like and enjoy!
But maybe someday I can sort through things and simplify my surroundings…but it will be hard! Ha!
Have a good day pretty lady!
Linda @ Truthful Tidbits
hi linda!!!!!!!!! simplifying is so hard, and only seems to get harder!
I love how the pillows and curtains add a pop of color, and yet it’s still a very peaceful space. That’s exactly the direction I want to take for my living room!
it’s so calming, isn’t it??
#9 is right on, but it’s so hard in real life, especially in a smaller home and/or with children involved! Although, I do admit that I’m just as much of a problem as my kiddos. I constantly think that my DECOR is the problem, but it’s actually my organization or lack-there-of.
it is a constant challenge, isn’t it? And the STUFF that comes with kiddos makes it so tough. I feel like the editing and giving-away is a full time job!
I love blue, white and cream together. One of my favorite combos. What completes this room for me is the white wood work.
Soooo pretty! I’ve been drawn to those mantle-less fireplace lately. I guess it goes back to what you say about being clutter free–which I love but is hard to do because I love pretty little things. The dilemma!
SOOOOOOOOOOOOO good to meet you, sweet friend!
My eye is always drawn to whites and creams, I love to use as much as I can in my decorating. Enjoyed your site.
Morning Darlene,
I would ditto the curtains (love the pop of color), the ceiling and the furniture layout. It is perfect for a gathering of family or friends and good conversation. As they say “not a bad seat in the house”.
Overall, a beautiful room.
Janet xox
http://theemptynest-janet.blogspot.com/
I love what you said, “not a bad seat in the house!” true!
I love it all, but all that white would never work in my house. Great ideas.
especially that carpet. it is a sitting duck, no??
Loving it for your #1, #4 and #9 reasons.
what fun and original chairs you have!
Hi, I’m new to your blog. Fun idea for a series. From this image the thing I would ditto is the use of a small chest as a side table. It’s a great alternative to the typical table and could be used for storage.
Hi Karen! Thank you for coming by Fieldstone Hill. I am totally with you! I LOVE the idea of the chest as a table, and I love the patina that this one has!
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