The key to a home that’s well-designed but not overly decorated? Prioritizing personality over perfection. Here, some fine examples from Remodelista this week:
1. Prop up an oversized mirror in the kitchen.
Above: Mirrors aren’t just for the bedroom and bath; an oversized mirror in the kitchen adds a quirky touch. Photograph courtesy of Pipkorn Kilpatrick, from Kitchen of the Week: A Modern Garden Kitchen in a Historic Row House in Melbourne.
2. Use a throwbed on the sofa.
Above: Take a page from the French and cover the seat of your sofa with a characterful throwbed. See 7 Favorites: Soft, Stylish Throwbeds (Starting at $50).
3. Display your jewelry like art.
Above: Not sure what to do with a blank wall? Try hanging your favorite necklaces, scarves, and purses for a beautiful display. Photography courtesy of The Modern House, from Monastic No More: A UK Religious Retreat Redesigned as a Chic Family Home.
4. Decorate the commode.
Above: In Bella Freud’s apartment, the toilet is decorated with a Marcel Duchamp–inspired Fountain Decal, available from the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Photograph courtesy of The Modern House, from Retro Maximalism: Bella Freud at the Television Centre in London.