by Andrea Lauren Interiors | Jun 21, 2010 | Colors, Decorating Tips |
A newly married couple may be deeply in love – but hate their partner’s taste! I’ve seen this happen, which is why I offer design consulting and solutions for creating a home environment both can enjoy. It’s possible to combine opposite visions of what makes an ideal home. Really! Let’s start with an example: He loves all things modern and trendy. She loves traditional styles and antiques. He prefers bold colors. She likes a neutral palette. I’d recommend they don’t choose one style over the other. In other words, refrain from insisting on minimalist furniture and deep blue paint (his style). The same goes for wanting nothing less than vintage pieces and all white window treatments (her style). When two design styles clash, it’s best to create a transitional style that combines the two. This is more than randomly selecting pieces and hoping for the best. A transitional style is a complementary look. Diverging styles can be blended – and look like they’re made to be together! For instance, our modernist husband and antique-loving wife might choose upholstered furniture with clean lines, then blend in antiques. They might agree on neutral upholstery and walls, spiced with bold furnishings and accessories along with colorful art. I’d also recommend that couples take an inventory of belongings when they are ready to decorate. It’s likely that each will have pieces the other isn’t crazy about. This is the time to decide what to let go and when to compromise. My advice is to keep the items that are of the highest quality or have the most sentimental value. Items that should be...
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