We’ve been talking about scale and proportion a lot with client’s lately.

Size or scale of accessories and furnishings are usually more varied in traditional spaces than in modern, which are typically decorated with fewer larger pieces.

You know that we like to mix it up, and our favorite thing to do is introduce larger pieces into traditional settings to achieve a more modern or updated feel. It’s that touch of the unexpected that makes it the best it can be.

A few examples…

 Love the scale of the art and floral arrangement in this bedroom…

Image via Driven By Décor

This framed toile linen panel adds a lot of drama

to what would have been too many small items grouped together…

Image from Splendid Willow

An oversized ottoman can serve double duty as a coffee table…

Image via Splendid Willow

Love, love the interest this large wall mount arrangement adds to this entry…

Designer…Wendi Young

One large piece of art behind the tub keeps it simple and appears to enlarge the space…

Providence Design

The large framed prints in this kitchen set the stage for family fun…would be great in a game room as well…

Image via Splendid Willow

And how about this huge mirror?…Though the framed antiqued mirrored tiles are really fabulous…You could add this type of massive scale to your space inexpensively by framing a very large piece of sheet mirror.

Image via Elle Decor

Another example of the difference an oversized mirror can make.  These are tall ceilings…the mirror balances the small furniture…

Providence Design

Even the scale of the pattern on fabrics makes a difference…

The large scale vibrant pattern modernizes this Traditional Chair…

Image via Zsazsabellagio.blog

Consider scale and proportion when you decorate.  Attention to these details will create harmony and make your rooms visually appealing..You see…Size really does matter!

It’s your turn.  Let’s talk.