Tuesday’s Design Detail ~ Ba-ba-bling, baby

One of my latest pieces is this oversized pearl ring, which I love wearing on my pinky. I was admiring it as it caught the sunlight whilst I was sitting at my desk, and it got me to thinking on proportions.

One of the first things taught about interior design is proportion and scale. Whilst there are ergonomic standards that must be adhered to in building works, you can really play with decorative accessories and artwork.

 {via Stephen Ryan Design}

Avoid making the mistake of having lots of small things scattered about haphazardly, creating an untidy look with no cohesion.  Stephen Ryan has mastered proportion in the above room. He cleverly creates a focal point with the oversized bust, frames it with the candles and displays a group of smaller ornaments (the pots) in front.

{via Pinterest}

The room above demonstrates a pleasing combination of symmetry (layout of the room), a focal point (lowered and textured light pendant) and use of ‘dead’ space in the corner to showcase pretty ornaments.

I’m daydreaming of lounging in this room, entertaining friends and sipping delicious gin gin mules…j’adore!