Interior Spaces

My favorite magazine, Domino, has come to an end. As I was cleaning up the basement a few nights ago, I came upon the box that contained my collection of the magazine that Liz had once subscribed me to as a birthday gift. Though I don't tend to be a pack rat, I'm not quite ready to toss them out just yet. There is just something about the way an interior space is laid out and designed that inspires me. Someday I would love to consider interior design as a side project, maybe eventually a career. Only time will tell. Here is a little glimpse into the spaces I currently love and adore:

  

Anyone can assume that I have an evident taste for anything retro and/or vintage. The idea of having famous portraits or any kind of image on window treatments are corky, hence why I love the second image. These are the first window treatments I have seen of this likeness and I really want to create some for my own living space. I see a little screen printing project in the works.

 

You can find such arrangements of above items within our little Broadway Street house. I have named it organized clutter. I love having random images forming a collaborative  design upon a wall. Whether that consists of old magazine images, paintings, drawings, screen printed band posters, trinkets, or decorative plates; anything goes. If on a budget, it can be quite the thrifty way to decorate as well.

  

This year I have really grown in my love of patterns. I find this love especially within a home's decor: wallpaper. Now, I know many consider wallpaper something to be left in the 90's where it became a huge trend to smother walls with farm scenes and flower arrangements, but I am here to restore your faith in wall design. Wallpaper seems to make a comeback within every decade in some way or form I suppose. This is another project I want to someday experiment with: screen printing my own wallpaper designs.

There is nothing wrong with bringing out a little architectural element, allowing it to stand out in a room. In fact, it is a must. A lot of newly constructed houses today lack any form of interior architecture. I will forever reside in spaces that have character that separates itself from the house next door. The right choice of paint will allow an interior space and its architectural elements stand out. More often than not, the most important thing about a living space is the color you choose, so choose wisely.

Check out http://www.designspongeonline.com/category/sneak-peeks for your own inspiration.

Check back soon for my future blog showcasing my current sculpture installation!