What Is Your Design Philosophy?

What is your design philosophy? 

For many of us, the idea that we even have a design philosophy seems foreign or out of reach; but that doesn't mean that we don’t have one.

Take, for instance, the design of your outfit. When you woke up this morning and thought about what you were going to wear today, how did you decide? Maybe you considered whether or not everything in your ensemble matches, maybe functionality was a factor, or maybe you just smelled it to make sure it was clean! Whatever the case, how you went about making that decision is an example of your philosophy to design. A “Design Philosophy” is just a fancy way of describing the way you make decisions about something you are creating. It can be something as simple and second nature as choosing your outfit for the day; or as complicated as designing and decorating your home.

When it comes to Home Design there are many approaches to consider, we have narrowed it down to three general philosophies the average person may embrace. 

Hooker Furniture

The “Set It and Forget It” person is captivated by a specific look usually shown as a set in a catalog, an ensemble already put together on a manikin, or a display in a showroom. Each major piece matches the other; accessories are already laid out for them to see and purchase in one stop. They are not interested in spending much time putting together a room themselves or even adding much to it later on. Instead, they would rather shop it all at once, set it up, and not give it much thought after that. To this person (who may be overwhelmed with the task of putting a look together on their own) there is comfort in knowing it all came together.

Ecliptic Design

The “Collector” is emotionally driven and loves everything that they purchase. They don’t shop for sets or make many purchases at one time. They choose each item in their collection because they love it and it doesn't matter if it matches anything else or not. This person usually has a story to go along with any piece you point out or notice (where they bought it, what stood out to them about it, maybe a memory of when they first saw it… we all know someone like this). To them, it isn't necessarily about style or fashion but the comfort of knowing they are surrounded by things that they love.

Surya Furniture

Do you find yourself wearing your favorite pair of jeans or blouse throughout the year and just changing your shoes or jewelry to fit the season? Maybe you have had the same couch and chair in your living room for as long as you can remember but are constantly changing out your pillows or art work for a fresh look. Amber Arias describes this person as “The Creative Genius”.  A creative genius is all about the accents and classic pieces. They love seasonal items, trends, and color (yes… beige, creams, grays and blacks are all colors!) that they can mix and match to completely change the look and feel of a room seasonally, yearly or otherwise.  At Visions Home Furnishings, Consignment and Interior Design Amber has embraced this philosophy and approaches design with simple yet calculated ideas. She truly believes that anyone can be a creative genius.

 In our upcoming blogs we will help you identify what kind of consumer you are and design philosophy that you embrace, prioritize your purchases and show you how to embrace the “Creative Genius” in you!