For a while, there had been a craze about hanging art shelves. It still is largely found in a lot of homes I visit mainly because it is both practical and aesthetically pleasing. One could either hang an art above the shelf next to a smaller art along with various decorative objects.
It adds flavor to a rather lifeless blank wall. The various depths found in leaning art works against the wall in contrast to books or treasured mementoes from travel provoke interest for guests to marvel on while waiting. These artworks could even overlap each other. Black and white prints are always very stylish.
I found this interesting image of Art Shelves in Apartment Therapy where two sets are aligned with the closest book shelf level above the height of the arm chair backrest. This creates a perfect balance between the vertical and horizontal arrangement of the shelves.
It's a stunning contrast against a statement couch.
Now, if I can convince my hubby to drill more holes in our apartment :) I don't think so..
Happy Tuesday!
If you're one of the lucky ones spending Christmas back home,
I'm so happy for you. Have a safe journey.
Enjoy your time to the maximum with
family, friends and loved ones.
Eitherway, for the rest of us expats,
There with the snow or rain, here with the sand,
May we all have a wonderful Christmas
Wherever we are in the world.
XOXO,
Arni
I am extremely inspired by Barbara Barry's design. I am drawn by her design philosophy of simplicity. Her beauty exudes and her femininity extends outwards towards her work. Her design is an emblem of quintessential elegance and sophisticated style.
A bulletin board of all things beautiful.
Her collage of inspiration.
I love her design approach of 'order' and 'calm'.
Poetical Linen
Her design is definitely classic and timeless.
Have a great Christmas Weekend to Everyone!
Images via: Traditional Home , Etsy
Christmas is definitely in the air! Shopping malls are packed with busy shoppers. I was searching for the perfect Christmas Card this evening and I didn't find any. Though most of us who are conscious about the environment would most probably be sending out E-greeting cards to most of our friends, may they be personalized or a random image we have found somewhere.
Admit it, there's nothing better than a good old greeting card. There's a high level of sophistication in a black and white Christmas card. I find them very unique.
A handwritten heartfelt message is definitely priceless!
Happy Holidays and Bon Voyage to those travelling home early!
" The purpose of life is to discover your gift.
The meaning of life is giving your gift away."
by David Viscott
Guess what: Either myself or my hubby took this photo.