Le Corbusier. A visionary architect and designer who set many precedents that architects still use today.
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Space planning is a crucial step in the interior design process. It’s about more than just placing furniture in a room; it’s about ensuring that space is used efficiently and that the flow of movement is seamless. Good space planning can transform a cramped apartment into a spacious haven or turn a large, overwhelming space into cozy, intimate zones. Here’s how to master the art of space planning in interior design. 1. Understand the Purpose of the Space Before diving into design, identify the primary function of the room. Is it a quiet reading nook or a bustling family room?…
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The Renaissance period, spanning from the 14th to the 17th centuries, was an era of profound cultural and intellectual change, and this revolution was not just confined to literature, science, and art—it extended into the realm of furniture design as well. Renaissance furniture was characterized by its distinct style, marked by the symbiosis of function and aesthetics. This was the period when furniture started to be regarded not only as a necessity but also as an art form and a symbol of wealth and status. Designs during the Renaissance period were heavily influenced by the classical Roman and Greek styles,…
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As an enthusiast of traditional interior design, I am captivated by the timeless beauty and allure it brings to living spaces. Among the treasured elements, crystal glassware holds a special place in my heart. The delicate craftsmanship and sparkling brilliance of these pieces infuse an elegant charm that truly enriches any home. Glassware comes in a fascinating array of types and colors, making it a captivating aspect of interior design. From classic to contemporary styles, each type serves a distinct purpose, catering to various preferences and needs. Crystal glassware, with its intricate cuts and superior clarity, stands out as a…
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Image: From Brittanica.com Ansel Adams was born February 20, 1902 in San Francisco and died April 22, 1984 in Carmel, California. His father was a business man named Charles Hitchcock Adams and his mother was Olive Bray. His grandfather was a wealthy timber baron. He was born when his parents were much older in age and also lived with his maiden Aunt. It was a very conservative, Victorian household. When he was 4 years old, he fell during a large aftershock after the earthquake in 1906 and his nose was broken giving him a very distinctive look. Ansel was a…
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Historical furniture – Greece and Rome The use of furniture is as ancient as humanity. I wanted to examine some of the historical use of furniture in the ancient home. The earliest known furniture of the ancient world was often depicted in other items such as vases. Although not many samples of furniture survived, you can find a few on display in museums and artist renditions. Ancient Greece Beginning with the Minoans that occupied the island of Crete in the Mediterranean Sea, there has been evidence to show that people had furniture such as chairs in their residences and government…
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Choosing your color scheme Color theory is quite a complex concept. I wanted to do some simplification and focusing on interiors to make it easier to understand and which can help chose a color scheme for your home. My color wheel The basics Google said 7 but there are 8 different color schemes. They are achromatic, monochromatic, analogous, complementary, split complementary, triadic, square and tetradic. The 3 at the end of the list are more appropriate for other art and design projects such as advertising. Typically for interiors we use the achromatic, monochromatic, complementary and analogous color suggestions. Achromatic color…
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The Mathematical constant in the natural world During my education in design, the one class I was required for my degree but what I found the most intriguing was sacred geometry. This geometry is what you find in nature, its mathematical constant. It even includes the structures of the universe such as the structure of galaxies. Throughout the ages, human beings would look to nature when designing religious buildings and other sacred spaces and in music composition. Since the divine proportion was from nature is also referred to as spiritual geometry. It was connected to the divine. It is also referred to…
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American Master of Architecture Born June 8, 1867 in Wisconsin to Anna Lloyd-Jones, a school teacher and William Wright, musician and preacher. Moved to Rhode Island for a while then back to Wisconsin. He went to the University of Michigan. He took engineering classes because at the time there was no instruction in architecture. He was looking to Chicago where the design of the new buildings fascinated him. His architecture instruction started by working in Chicago for J.L. Sillsbee doing architectural detail drawings then to Dankmar Adler and Louis Sullivan. Eventually he opened his own architecture firm. During this time…
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For 2023 I thought I would search for the design trends for this year. Not that I am too interested in trends generally, but I thought I would just satisfy my curiosity. Along with a trend toward warmer colors, the two trends I found the most interesting should be grouped together because they are basically the same. The trends of (1) using curved lines instead of the straight lines of mid-century modern and (2) trending toward a nouveau style. Art Nouveau (French for “new art”). It was popular around the turn of the 20th century for a short period of…