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Home: Unifying Elements
all about UNITY
BY MYRON GRIFFING BY MYRON GRIFFING
Golds, grays, and abstract patterns.
Greens and oranges, round shapes, silver finish.
“Why do your rooms look so pulled together?” “How do you know which items to put you know which items to put into a room?” “How do you mix antiques with more modern pieces?” These are just a few examples of questions I These are just a few examples of questions I receive on a regular basis. My answer is pretty much the same every time. Only purchase pieces you love, edit your accessories to highlight main pieces, your accessories to highlight main pieces, and make certain there are “unifying elements” throughout your home. So, what are unifying elements? Basical-So, what are unifying elements? Basical ly, there are five unifying “tips” to use throughout your home to give it a more
Repeating colors in rust, gold, and blue. Blues in pillow, rug, mirror, and furniture.
cohesive vibe. These are color, pattern/print, theme, shapes, and finishes. This article will be the “cliffs notes” version but should give you a pretty good idea of their meaning and how to apply them. Color. Use the same or similar toned color(s) throughout your home. It is perfectly fine to paint each room in your home a different color, though this is tricky to accomplish without looking garish. However, if the colors are in the same tone and your crown molding is the same color throughout, then you should be good. This ribbon of color penetrates each room and ties them together. I would highly recommend more muted, softer palettes rather than vivid. The brighter the color, the more difficult this is to achieve. Pattern/Print. Let’s say you have a rug with a Greek key border. If that same or similar pattern is repeated on your drapes, pillows or wallpaper, etc., then your space becomes more cohesive. Also, by re-introducing the pattern, you can introduce new variations or colors of it. Theme. Easy Sneazy Japaneezy. Let’s say you have a favorite chair, and this chair is covered in an Asian-themed print. Simply introduce other items like an antique, brass lamp with a dragon on it, Asian toile pillows or wallpaper, or accessories with an Asian vibe throughout your room. The key to this is knowing when to stop. Remember, too much of anything is too much! Shapes. Let’s say you have a round coffee table. Take this shape and mix it throughout your room. It could be with an accent table, rug, pillows, or artwork. It doesn’t really matter what item it is as long as it’s round or roundish. Finishes. This is one of my favorites. In this example, I’ll use gold/brass since it is currently popular. Let’s say you are redoing your kitchen. Your hardware, lighting, and faucets should all be in the same tone. They do not have to match perfectly but should all have a gold or champagne finish. You can also carry this over into your barstools and accessories. There are multiple other tricks of the trade, but these few tips should help all you do-it-yourselfers out there. You’ll become a true believer once your friends have showered you in accolades.
cohesive vibe. These are color, pattern/print, theme, shapes, and finishes. This article will be the “cliffs notes” version but should give you a pretty good idea of their meaning and how to apply them. Use the same or similar toned color(s) throughout your home. It is perfectly fine to paint each room in your home a different color, though this is tricky to accom plish without looking garish. However, if the colors are in the same tone and your crown molding is the same color throughout, then you should be good. This ribbon of col or penetrates each room and ties them together. I would highly recommend more muted, softer palettes rather than vivid. The brighter the color, the more difficult this border. If that same or similar pattern is repeated on your drapes, pillows or wallpaper, etc., then your space becomes more cohesive. Also, by re-introducing the pat tern, you can introduce new variations or colors of it. Easy Sneazy Japaneezy. Let’s say you have a fa print. Simply introduce other items like an antique, brass lamp with a dragon on it, Asian toile pillows or wallpaper, or accessories with an Asian vibe throughout your room. The key to this is knowing when to stop. Remember, too much of anything is too much! Shapes. Let’s say you have a round coffee table. Take this shape and mix it throughout your room. It could be with an accent table, rug, pillows, or artwork. It doesn’t really matter what item it is as long as it’s round or roundish. Finishes. This is one of my favorites. In this example, I’ll use gold/brass since it is currently popular. Let’s say you are redoing your kitchen. Your hardware, lighting, and faucets should all be in the same tone. They do not have to match perfectly but should all have a gold or champagne finish. You can also carry this over into your barstools and accessories. There are multiple other tricks of the trade, but these few tips should help all you do-it-yourselfers out there. You’ll become a true believer once your friends have showered you in accolades.
