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[Oznell]

A number of these came from a fast-moving video that stubbornly favored close-ups rather than wide shots.  Often they wouldn't show the whole room!  So some of the images are more like close-in vignettes, rather than whole rooms.  But, even vignettes can be revealing.

The soft blue in here is a nice counterpoint to the pale wood paneling, keeping things from being too heavy...

1)

Even just this glimpse of a corner told me I'd probably like this room--

2)

I like the way they repeated the pillow color, in the flowers. Do you agree with the designers' adage that repeating a color 3 times in the room establishes the color and promotes cohesiveness?

3) 

Attention to detail is so important.  Imagine this sunny dining area without the large copper pail-- it "makes" the look!

4)

There are only a few wallpapers I like, and not thrilled with this one.  But the symmetry of this entrance to me gives an almost stately vibe, especially with the round table--

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The throws, pillows, and more classic elements like antique side table, soften the clean lines of the midcentury modern leather couch--

6)

Simple, perfect--

7)

The video camera refused to show everything in one shot of this architecturally distinguished bedroom...

8)

...so I took a separate image of the fabulous molding and upper ceiling.  Also note the interesting mantel--

9)

Love the combo of the pretty glasses, rough napkins and the vintage candelabra--

10)

OK, this is a just little too "froo-froo" for me-- I'd take away the ladder, at least.  Love the old tile floor and tub.

11)

Berry-colored vase and chair make even a small work area charming--

12)

Sometimes, not always, I like a layered mantel like this, especially with its charming rustic notes of weathered wood, tactile pottery and abundant wildflowers--

13)

Totally opposite mood, but what a fun entry for a party-- exudes drama.

14)

Mmmm--  pale blue leather couch with floral pillows and contrasting rattan chair-- so interesting.

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Edited-- because I forgot to put all the numbers in!

[on the bay]

I like 1,2, and 8 very much. I appreciate that they not only look attractive but so comfortable too.

Have I heard that about bring the color in 3 times decorator rule? I think so?

I think that may be a rule that can often look staged. I like to see a color thoughout, maybe different hues of a color. It's ok to me also to have a color that doesn't go, like a pillow or something that can compliment the main color. 

I always like looking at your photos @Oznell.I've said this before that you make everyone feel so comfortable about expressing our true thoughts without taking offense. That is a gift and what makes it so welcome to post.

[JYWilliams]

I like #1. I can see myself in that chair when the weather is cold under a throw and a book in my hand.

[bmorechick]

@on the bay  said...

I always like looking at your photos @Oznell.I've said this before that you make everyone feel so comfortable about expressing our true thoughts without taking offense. That is a gift and what makes it so welcome to post.

I love looking at her photos too and you said it perfectly about @Oznell - she seems like a kind person...never defensive toward a reply or post.

[MoJoV]

I like just about everything with a few exceptions, the mustard wallpaper and the weathered mantle.  But that bedroom....I love love love it!  Love everything about it.

[NEvans2]

@Oznell  I absolutely love the photos you post of different homes. Most are not my taste or style but I can certainly appreciate the beauty of the different styles.

  But I have to ask, do people actually live in these places or are they just styled for photographing? They always look cluttered to me. There's so much "stuff". How do you dust all that? Then again,  I guess if you live in a home that beautiful, you have help that dusts. In my house, I am the help!

   I've always been curious about that so I thought I'd ask.❤

[Spacrazy]

So pretty ~ especially #8.  Thank you for sharing @Oznell .

[shoptilyadropagain]

I really like the bedroom (#8).

[DREAMON]

I like all of the rooms ...11-the bath is so inviting..I love it and 14-the entry gives me the same warm and inviting vibe. They are my favorites.

I would have to change out the leather furniture.....not a fan. 

[Oznell]

Hey, thanks, kind @on the bay ,  and kind @bmorechick !

I love your excellent question, @NEvans2 ,  gives me a chance to rant on long-windedly about a favorite topic...

I tend to have a somewhat different take on the objects in a room, than some posters do.  If objects are 1) attractive or useful, 2) nicely and coherently organized, and 3) represent a window into the homeowner's personality,  I don't consider them clutter.

In this batch of photos, the rooms are clearly styled, as you've picked up on, and less-lived-in, than other photos I've posted.  To me they are fun "ideals",  from which I sometimes glean random tips and ideas.

Love that they went all-out on flowers, and in the first photo, books.

As design lovers go, my tolerance for objects in a room falls about in the middle, I'd say, but leaning slightly more maximalist.  Minimalistic rooms are painfully sterile to me (Although I love the fresh, minimalist room with copper pail, #4!  It all depends on the "mood" achieved, I think.)

But crowded, chaotic rooms filled with tons of prints and bright colors, my visual sense can't take that!

To give you an idea, in this batch of photos, probably only the bathroom as is, and the weathered mantel #13,  are a little too much for me, for "everyday".  The dramatic entry, #14, with black accents and gold vases, is also a bit much, but is festively dressed for a party, so I enjoy the beauty.

Aren't you glad you asked, ha.