The onset of Daylight Savings means brighter evenings, increasingly warmer days, and, soon, buds on the trees and the awakening of lush, colorful flowers. With so many varieties available, how do you choose the species that best complements your home?
We've drawn upon fundamental design concepts to arrange some beautiful floral choices for each backdrop.
We hope these will inspire fresh ideas for your next decorating endeavor.
FLORAL
Notes:
​The Gestalt principle of Figure/Ground is evoked once more in this image, where the deep purple luster of the Cala Lilly contrasts richly against the pure white of the Thassos and shimmering iridescence of the mother of pearl in the Claridges pattern. The curvilinear visual echo between the forms of the flower and the pattern's ribbons adds another layer of intrigue.
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A basic principle of Gestalt Theory holds that visual interest can be created through contrast – when an object stands out in sharp relief to its background. This bright white orchid against the deep black herringbone tile contrasts in several respects – white against black, smooth, delicate and soft petals against the stern and regular arrangement of the rectangular stone fingers in the herringbone. The herringbone’s sharp angles and straight geometry exaggerate the effect of soft, curving petals, thereby amplifying their beauty.
Mondrian weighed colors, seeking to find a balance that was satisfying to the mind. Brighter colors conveyed more weight - neutrals, less. The right combination of them presents a naturally satisfying image - a concept that can help guide as one decorates a space with color. In this image, the low visual weight of the grays and whites in the Duomo pattern contrast against the heavier yellow and reds of the tulip, creating a naturally appealing
visual equilibrium.
Note the shapes, textures, and colors in each of the rooms depicted here and your impression of each. Notice how flowers are used in some of your favorite interiors in magazines and social media. Allow these observations and concepts to guide you the next time you visit your local florist & allow your ideas to bloom!
Pairing two unrelated objects and calling attention to their symmetry is visually exciting. It amplifies the character of both pieces. In this example, the frond's natural shape - exploding dramatically from the stem in different directions mimics the starburst behind it. Though the similarity is not overwhelming, there is enough to create an intriguing visual interest that draws the eye and feels intentional.
COMPLEMENTARY COLORS
mimicking
Shapes
Dramatic
COLOR CONTRAST
picking
flowers for a
stylish spring
FIGURE / ground
get inspired
"similarity"
(balance)