lessons from Ashley Whittaker

This stunning room by Ashley Whittaker teaches so many lessons...it's just fabulous.

1.  texture: check out the windows...mixing texture is interesting
2.  symmetry: artwork, pillows, ottomans = balance
3.  sheen:  i adore dark glossy walls.  these walls glow against the lamps and make the room feel elegant
4.  weight: furniture legs are delicate, which is important because they balance the chocolate velvet skirted chair.
5.  black: window trim provides definition, black furniture grounds the room
6.  wordly: the ikat pillows, elephant, and ginger jar lamp make the space feel traveled.  my grandmother says you should have a piece of asian art or furniture in every room and she's right
7. animal print: belongs in every living room
8. nature: the shell on the bookshelves and plants make the room feel alive

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