With Hildi's design expertise, the furnishings in Bob's home were chosen with comfort in mind. They comprise the things he loves--a long and roomy sofa, volumes of subtly textured upholstery, a balance of diverse materials such as smooth sheet metal and limestone, and a sound system for acoustic ambience.
A crisp blend of sage and brown and cool shades of gray calm the senses and marry well with a free-flowing white backdrop and dark-wood accent pieces. With neutral colors as the foundation, it is much easier to accessorize by bringing in other hues.
"You focus on the elements of color here because they stand out against the organic yet sharp background," Hildi says.
"When the canvas is one like Bob's home, it works well with bold colors from a wool rug, glass pieces, an oil painting, or a simple orchid," she continues. "It is dark yet light; rich yet simple; minimal yet elegant; bright yet soothing. And it's all very comfortable--by design."
About Clutter
When asked about where we should put all the things we accumulate for our homes, Hildi suggests a type of give-and-take approach.
"People tend to collect clutter, and they think they need to display all their belongings. Over the years, Bob has tried to collect and showcase only special pieces. These make a strong but simple statement.
On the Simpler Side
Take everything out of the room, and only put back those special items that mean something to you. Even if items were passed
on to you, if you don't like them--don't use them.
- Find a global vision by incorporating objects from your travels into your home. It's a way to personalize your space and bring back fond memories.
- Try the same pieces in new settings for a totally different perspective or angle. An item that's out of place in one room could be perfect for another.
- Use calming colors from nature. These blend together in any room, and nothing stands out. Such hues make a great backdrop that's easy to enhance.
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