Beauty of Home, The by Marie Flanigan

Author:Marie Flanigan
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Published: 2020-12-15T00:00:00+00:00

Light from tall windows crowned by transoms grazes across the green chenille upholstery of a long bench and accentuates the three-dimensional paneling of doors fashioned from painted, reclaimed wood.

The orientation of rooms is a factor that often goes unconsidered. When I can allow gentle northern light to suffuse a room, I will. Rooms with northern exposures are permeated with soft, indirect light that promotes a calming atmosphere throughout the day. In these rooms, windows can be left uncovered or curtained with sheers, without worry of harsh light or sun damage. With other exposures, direct light may stream in during mornings or afternoons, creating striking shadows and dynamic movement. Sheers that diffuse light, blinds that control it, and lined curtains that obscure it offer artful ways to manage and transform its intensity, which, though stunning, can be overpowering at times.

Proper illumination is not simply about adding and controlling light. It is also about knowing when to embrace shadow. This is an art that invites us to consider the different properties of luminosity and darkness, to celebrate their extremes, and invite them to intermesh. A complex interplay of light and shadow enhances our awareness of the nuances of color, whether strong, deep tones or delicate ones, and of texture, both subtle and bold. If lighting is insufficient or harsh, it destroys our perception of color and dimension and undermines our mood. We should never lose sight of the fact that light is meaningful to the spirit and has the power to enrich the quality of our lives.

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