If My Blog Was A Room – Next Up – Interior Design Musings

What a treat to be here today participating in Amber’s series “If my blog were a room.”

I’ve been designing interiors for several years, but this past Spring I revamped my entire blog and launched my own interior design business here in Birmingham, Alabama.  So, I put a lot of thought into my logo design, both for my blog and interior design business.  I really wanted it to reflect my sense of style.  But, you know, . . . funny thing about graphic design – just because a logo makes you think of certain things, does not mean other people will conjure up those same thoughts.  So, for Amber to think of expressing a blog in terms of a room is simply genius!  

With that, here are my thoughts on what Interior Design Musings would look like as a room . . . 

Great Architectural Details
 For a room to be really special it needs some architectural details.  I like very traditional elements which help to create a timeless room.  I adore the floating staircase, the mission style newell posts, and if you look at the wall going up the staircase you can see even more trim detail.  Architecture is a great “first layer” to any space.

This stunning room is bold, but not fussy or overdone.  The deep crown moulding, chair rail, and amazing arched windows define the space.

There would be at least one fine old casement piece in Interior Design Musing’s room.  These tend to ground a space and give it a traditional foundation with a high end feel.  This chest is a stunning example.

That’s the thing about an antique piece, even one can make a huge statement in a room.

Every great room includes an unexpected modern element.  This is what gives you the “wow” factor when you enter the space. This modern edge can take many different forms from lighting, accessories or artwork as seen below.   

It can also be incorporated in a more subtle way – like the frame of a mirror or a special accent chair.

Add a unexpected pop of color for interest (like the orange in my logo).  This can totally change the direction of a room.  Also, if this pop is included through accents pillows and small furnishings these can be easily changed out for a fresh new look.

Or pick a color you LOVE, and you will never get tired of it!

I like to think that Interior Design Musings achieves the balance.  When you have enough of both, the room feels right.

The goal is to achieve the balance without making it obvious.  Notice in this space the chandelier, table base and flowers feel girly while the leather chairs, wall color and artwork feel like a men’s den.  

I hope this has given you a glimpse into the window of my blog’s room.  It was so much fun dreaming about this!  Please come see me over at Interior Design Musings.  Thank you, Amber!  M.

Thanks so much for being here today, Mandi! I love the way you showed rooms that are traditional, but with a modern twist. I also love a space that has a pop of orange- it’s a great color! Definitely stop by Mandi’s blog… you’ll be so happy you did!