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The ABC’s of Design | U-Z

October 16, 2018 By Leave a Comment

You made it to the last part of the series! After these last few key components, you will have an overall understanding of how to use different design elements to create your space. These final few concepts are essential, so make sure you check them out:
U | Unobtrusive
Feng Shui is all about the flow of the atmosphere.  The belief is everything gives off energy, whether good or bad.  You do not want anything blocking or intruding the flow of energy.  Having an unobtrusive design theme allows light and energy to move freely throughout the space, which in essence provides a more open, inviting room.
V | Vignette
A vignette is a fun way to make a focal point in your home.  A wall mural or “vignette” is a picture without finite borders.  An example would be adding to a design by allowing paint stripes to run from the walls to the ceiling, or incorporating a large picture that stretches across two walls.  Using this tactic can help alleviate the illusion of boundaries in a room and make a stunning statement piece.
W | Warm Tones
Applying warm tones to a room can help make it feel cozier but also give off more energy.  Reds, oranges, and yellows are examples of warm tones that can be used to transform how a room feels. By incorporating these colors, you can completely change the look and feel of your space.
X | X-Factor
Interior design is terrific because it has room for originality and personal touch.  Borrow ideas from designs or styles you have seen for help and guidance. Afterward, you have the freedom to add your own x-factor to your home.  A way to make it unique and express you.  What do you love?  What makes you happy?  Feel free to customize your design to your specifications and make it personal.
Y | Yearly
If you chose a contemporary or even minimalistic design, you should reassess your design annually.  Trends will fade while new styles flowed the market.  The ever-changing design world may have you tweaking odds and ends yearly.  Even colors have their time and place.  Pay attention to all the trends if you choose a design that is ever-changing and be prepared for change.
Z | Zone
In more modern construction architectural layouts, open floorplans are becoming the norm.  This gives you the freedom to zone different areas of your house.  If your kitchen, dining room, and living room all run into one another without boundaries, your home will feel bigger and more open.  Discovering different technique on how to zone areas is key to understanding boundaries.  Add rugs or station furniture in rooms to allow a sense of zoning in your home.
You did it! You have learned all the key components of The ABC’s of Design. Mastering these tricks and learning a sense of balance though can be tricky. Make sure you feel comfortable taking on any task and always be safe. Remember, while interior designing is a professional career, you can tackle these concepts on your next home project with a little bit of patience and love. For more expert tricks and tips, visit us at From The Floors Up. Thanks for reading!

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