The first step in creating a beautiful stage or a room is to neutralize it first by removing distractions. Once that is done, then you can add meaningful decor items to create the perfect background for your performance or your perfect space.
A problem I often see, is when people have too many distractions in their room, usually in the form of clutter. The room may also have too much decor or furniture. They think that adding beautiful decor items will fix the problem, and create the look they want.
It does not work.
The key is remove the distractions first, then add decor to get the look you want.
In the example below the focal point of the room is the art. To make it stand out as much as possible, the rest of the room was designed with neutral colors.
In a similar way, a neutral background on a stage could highlight a dancer in a purple dress and her beautiful movements without distractions.
So interesting to see the parallels between dancing and design! Such a great read, as always.
Thank you, I keep thinking I have covered all the lessons and then with each dance class, a new revelation comes up:)
I love this series of the parallels between design and dance – and I especially love the admonition to edit out the distractions before adding back the decor! The necessity of that is SO true!
Removing the distracting elements. I find clients find this task extremely hard to carry out along with adding in the supporting elements.
Thus, one more reason to hire someone who can look at a space with objectivity and ‘no strings’. Having a fresh set of eyes is wonderful and can really help someone achieve what they are dreaming.
As always, a great blog!
This is so true. I find the biggest obstacle is people’s attachment to everything in the room. They want change but do not want to let go of the way things are. Those fresh eyes are such a great reason to hire a designer…..and listen to them! Thank you!