We see the geometric pattern in the rug with the repetition of the straight lines of blue and white.
The element of light comes into play with the natural ambient light coming from the windows. The natural light gives the room and light and relaxing feeling by avoiding the over use of more harsh artificial lighting. Balance is used in this room by the creation of symmetry. The room is pleasing to the eye by having the couches mirror each other, as well as the chairs. All the sitting areas line with the rug which is placed in the middle of the room with the coffee table in the middle of the other furniture. The rug itself is centered in front on the fireplace with a ceiling height bookshelf on either side to continue with the feeling of symmetry. |
The principle of rhythm by opposition is seen by the extensive use of right angles all through the room from the half-wall, to the picture frames, to the rug, and even some of the furniture.
The principle of rhythm by contrast is given by the interruption of the right angles by the soft curves of the yellow table, lamp, and unique circular chair. The unique circular chair is a beautiful example of decorative furniture. It is not a piece that would normally be selected for comfort but it adds the element of surprise and softness to the repetitive and harsh angles throughout the rest of the room. The element of texture is used by having the presence of several different textures that create interest. The base texture of the room is the smoothness of the walls, coffee table, and rug. This is contrasted by the rough appearance of the wood floor and the almost wiry appearance of the chair and the softness of the couch and pillows. The principle of emphasis is present in the gorgeous teal "door" behind the bed. It is the only part of the room that has this color and it stands out from the wall it is on because of both the color and the dramatic difference in pattern of structure.
The principle of proportion is present in it's beautiful use of the rule of thirds through the middle of the room. The top of the head board marks the 1/3 point between the floor and the highest point on the ceiling. The top of the door marks the 2/3 point towards the ceiling. Finally the wooden beam at the top marks to 3/3 point in the progression toward the ceiling. The night stands are a form of structural furniture in this room. The small side tables provide a place for the residents to place their books or maybe a glass of water or their glasses to allow for more convenience when getting up or going to bed. The element of vertical lines are seen in the walls and the "door". These lines give the room a sense of height and dignity by seeming to stretch upward toward the sky. |