Using Various Shapes To Add Interest

shapes

I am not talking about geometric shapes and patterns in fabric prints such as chevron, plaid, etc. I am referring to actual shapes such as round, oval, square and rectangle:

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round ottoman

I have found when decorating a room, incorporating various shapes of furnishings and accessories keep the room from looking too rigid and boring. For instance, trays are one of my favorite items to decorate with in every room because they do come in varied shapes and sizes. When staging a vignette on a rectangle ottoman, I try to use a round or oval shaped tray to make it look less formal and visa versa:

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A gallery wall is another way I like to add excitement to the arrangement by adding a round or oval shaped frame in the mix of squares:

round gallery

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More interesting, don’t you think? I myself like a less formal look so I try to break up a living room full of square tables and rectangle furniture by bringing in a round ottoman or pouf:

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round area rug

Entryways are another place to mix it up. You have your square door with your square walls so I always suggest using a large round area rug to soften all the hard edges:

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kitchen vignette

Another good place to bring in varied shapes for interest  is your kitchen counters with your flat countertops and flat backsplash.  A round tea kettle or even an oval cutting board will break up the monotony on the counter and add more interest and be less boring!

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So if you think an area in your home is looking flat and lifeless, try bringing in various shapes to your vignettes and arrangements. It really works!