A B C , 1 2 3!!

For those of you that know me, you know I am slightly obsessed with black and white.  I personally think it is only natural for me to love a letter or a number in black, don't you?  I love the bold look of a letter plaque on the wall. I have an initial in black, of course, on our wall in the familyroom. Not an original idea by any means, but one that I have done for many years.  At one point I counted the the intial that signifies my last name and I actually have seven in my kitchen and family room.  Some might think a bit much but they are scattered about, some in obvious ways, and others more descretely placed.  I, of course, also have monogrammed towels in the bathrooms.  Thanks to the Neiman Marcus Pink sale I keep stocked up on my towels. With all this talk about letters and numbers being used decoratively in a room, I thought I would share some pictures of rooms with letters and numbers used in different ways.

I really like the simplicity of this and it makes me want to go and lay down on that bed!

Love all the different letters and numbers used here.  All different shapes and sizes.  The one large N in yellow is the statement piece here.  It is sleek and contemporary next to the ornate design on the lovely mantel piece.

If I had stairs I would definitely do this, love it!

Simple and easy to do. This would add a little whimsy to a room.

Although I do not know what this rug says, I still enjoy its design.

This is a fun retro design written on the chalkboard! So 1950's

Another easy application done with etched glass.

Look very closely at this placemat. It's lacey pattern is full of numbers.

Found on Etsy

Napkin rings to make any table setting fun!

Nate Berkus' office is so handsome. Notice the numbers on the wall.

Pottery Barn

This is one of my favorite images and one I am keeping in mind for my playroom re-do.

As you can see there are a lot of ways to use letters and numbers to make a room a little more fun and whimsical.

This is my last image and my favorite. I want this somewhere in my yard. It is so fun and whimsical!!

"Enjoy the Process Of: Adding a little whimsy to your rooms with letters and numbers.

Kathysue

One Of These Things Looks Like The Other!!

No!! You are not seeing double, but you are seeing Symmetry, one side matches the other!

Designed by Christopher Maya Inc.

I must admit I love symmetry. It is a comforting look to me.  When I see a vignette perfectly balanced it makes me feel like all is well with the world, or at least my world in the room.  I know in good design asymmetry is actually more interesting and less contrived.  Afterall, if you look out in nature you always see asymmetry and, let's face it, nature gives us the best designs of all.  I have always said God is by far the best designer.

 

I absolutely love the two urns in each window. The simplicity, texture and the natural green of the moss is very appealing and soothing to me.

Designer Jacqueline Derry Segura

This room has nice balance.  I love the symmetry on the console behind the sofa. What keeps this room from looking contrived is the arrangement on the ottoman.  It is asymmetrical and has wonderful interesting pieces with texture and shine.  Aren't the two side chairs interesting designs?

Designer Phoebe Howard

As far as I am concerned Phoebe Howard can do no wrong.  I absolutely love everything about her design aesthetics.  She does symmetry at its best- simple and elegant with lots of interest.  If I had to choose only one designer to describe what I love in design, it would be Phoebe Howard.  Don't you love the mirrored doors and the little golden feet on this chest. Did you notice the key holes and the beautiful texture of the herringbone floors?  I told you I really love Phoebe Howard.

Love this entry!  I think I might have used just a little bit larger scale lamps here.  I always love when there are two matching lamps on a console or mantle.  It just feels right to me!

You can only see a glimpse of the symmetry on each side of the mirror, but you can tell they are matched on both sides. The old glazing on the mirror reflecting the chandelier is stunning.

Love this dining room! Notice a lamp on each side of the Buddha statue and a  white chair on each side of the buffet?  Even down the middle on each side of the white urn there are the same configurations of elements. As much as I love this room, I think I would have not had the arrangement on the table runner quite as symetrical as it appears. 

The entrance into this hallway is treated in the same manner from side to side-simply and elegantly.

Designer Charlotte Moss for Veranda Magazine

Notice only two Ginger Jars on top of the armoire and not the normal three that is usually suggested as a guideline in design.  The reason it works so well here is because as you peek through the panels your eyes automatically center on the compositon, and the symmetry makes it all work.  Three would have just taken it in a whole other direction and would have made it appear more contrived and a bit overdressed.

 

Charlotte Moss for Veranda

Anothr beautifully designed room by Charlotte Moss. Two lamps on a console one of my favorite looks for a room.  I have to point out the wall treatment.  I am not sure if it is fabric or not, but it so interesting.  Do you see the outline of a casual check pattern bordering the more elaborate pattern which is framed by the green gimp? The gimp is why I think this just might be fabric.... lovely!

So, after seeing so much symmetry in the above rooms, are you comforted by accessories matching from side to side, or does it just feel too contrived to you? I would love to hear your opinions on if you gravitate towards symmetry or asymmetry? I will be doing a post in the near future giving examples of asymmetry, so stay tuned!

"Enjoy the Process" Of: Playing with Symmetry

Kathysue

"SALE ALERT"

Another day another "Sale Alert"  Just a few items I thought might interest my Loyal Readers

This is still on sale at Ballard but now it is marked down to $49.99

Love this mirror from JCPenneys, if you can believe that!

I have Averill from blog Odi et Amo to thank for finding this darling stool.  She has used it in her bathroom makeover and it looks amazing!  Be sure and  take a look at her wonderful blog and say,"Hi" for me.

Great little storage bench, again at JCPenney's, Who knew?

Would you believe this accent table is adjustable? This is a  great little table

that could go just about anywhere.

I love the unusual combination of elements in this light sconce from Ballard 50% off.

"Enjoy the Process" Of: Finding great deals!

Kathysue