Interior Design – The Balance between Scientific Principles and Artistic Creativity

By Theresa Bouchard

Yes, interior design is both a science and an art form. There are many considerations when designing a home that relates to science principles such as psychology, color theory, geometry, scale, and sustainability. Science and artistic creativity are combined to create beautiful, aesthetically appealing, sustainable spaces to create that emotional connection between individuals and their homes.

Our homes are our safe place, our sanctuary. Although vacations, quick trips, and/or business travel are needed throughout our lives, most are ready to get back to the comforts of their homes, their beds, and their surroundings. When designing one’s haven, people look for practical and comfortable rooms that serve them ergonomically and functionally. Utilizing a space that best serves your and your family’s needs is best for your overall well-being.

Psychologically speaking, living in a visually appealing environment impacts one’s behavior positively. Creating comfort in a space with a specific color scheme and/or furniture layout can help a person’s mood and overall well-being. Designers often interview their clients to understand what colors they like, what type of furnishings are appealing to them and their overall lifestyle so designers can deliver a space that is aesthetically pleasing, functional and creates an emotional connection. Isn’t this what we strive for in our homes? I know I do!

Science principles and artistic creativity are intertwined when cultivating spaces within a home. When selecting color for a room, you want to be sure it correlates with the likes of the person(s) and their lifestyle. Blues and greens are calming while reds and oranges are bold and energetic. Incorporating other material elements into a room that complement the colors can tone down a bold red or ramp up tones of blue to create balance. Organic materials such as rattan, leather, wood, plants and different textures are a big part of creating a specific look for a space. Some individuals have eclectic tastes which encompass various styles of décor. An eclectic style creates uniqueness within the home and makes it your own.

Lighting is an important element in a room. Light interacts with different materials and colors within a space. Cool lighting vs. warm lighting is a personal preference but knowing how the room will be utilized will help determine the type of lighting (cool, warm, wattage, etc.). Selecting different shapes and materials of lighting fixtures can change the look of a room and should complement other elements within the room. Therefore, light tone and selecting lighting fixtures are important to a room from a scientific perspective and artistic imagination.

The scale of a room is examined when planning the layout of furnishings along with additional décor. Measuring space and furnishings is important to ensure pieces fit in a room without overwhelming or getting lost in a space. Having appropriate measurements allows designers to layout a room that creates space, flow and functionality without compromising comfort.

TS Staging and Design, a professional home staging and interior design company based in Windham, Maine, uses their creative talents while applying scientific measures to curate beauty, functionality, practicality, comfort and safe spaces for their clients. At TS Staging and Design, we tell a story within a room. A flow and beauty that attracts the eye and creates an emotional connection for all who see it.

Let TS Staging and Design help you tell a story. Whether preparing your home to sell or wanting to refresh a space or two, we will deliver beautiful and inviting designs to attract potential buyers or make you fall in love with your home again!

You can contact TS Staging and Design at 207.400.9393, via email at tsstaginganddesign@gmail.com or visit our website at www.tsstagingandesign.com for further information. You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram! Follow us to see our weekly transformations!

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Happy Fall!

Theresa Bouchard is the owner and designer of TS Staging and Design. If you would like more information regarding staging services, please contact TS Staging and Design at 207-400-9393 or check us out on Facebook, Instagram or our website at www.tsstaginganddesign.com. We are an award-winning professional home staging company that provides superior customer service and beautiful designs that attract buyers to your home.