"Accessories. The small part of the total room design that makes a big difference! Think about the accessories you are wearing today. It's a personal matter you say? Exactly right. And that's what home accessories are, too. Some are selected for style or to compliment other things in the room. Some are gifts or items collected for sentimental value. "Personal" however, does not mean that anything goes. Here are some guidelines that will assist you.
Begin by selecting those things necessary to make the room functional. This includes the more obvious like lamps, clocks, picture frames, vases, candle holders, etc.
The most basic consideration in selecting an accessory is its relationship to the environment. Once you make your selections, the next concern is to display them to the fullest advantage.
Whenever you highlight an individual item - a sculputure, an oil painting, a cloisonne vase - give it the position it deserves. Let it be the focal point without crowding with other elements. Use special lighting for special emphasis. Group smaller accessories for added impact but; vary the sizes, colors, and textures for visual interest.
Remember, well-chosen accessories not only enhance a room but are a clear reflection of you!" -On Interior Design
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