SIMPLE, THOUGHTFUL TABLE DESIGN
Oh, my mom. She is the Empress of Understated Beauty. Free-spirited and nonchalant in her approach to design, she’s a natural at creating and cultivating a welcoming space.
“Design, especially table design, should encourage conversation and connection. It should enhance - never overpower - the experience of being together.”
With a mix of classic elements, a touch of whimsy and the wave of her matriarchal magic wand she creates table spaces that encourage laughter, joy and lingering conversation.
And she’s finally unleashed her tried-and-true secrets …
INTRODUCE TEXTURE: Textural elements create depth, interest and add detail to the overall design. A combination of wood, glass, ceramics and metal create a harmonious arrangement. Don’t be afraid to mix metals - brass, copper, gold & silver - play off each other beautifully.
COMMIT TO A COLOR PALETTE: Color has the power to evoke an emotion and when used thoughtfully it can compliment the energy of the occasion.
For a celebratory lunch with friends, try a joyful mix of colors - hydrangea blue, white & yellow. A relaxing dinner with friends might call for a calming color combination like olive, cabernet and cream. For your Thanksgiving feast, a mix of unexpected jewel tones like jade, burgundy and eggplant compliment the beauty of the season.
EVALUATE SCALE+PROPORTION: By keeping all of the elements in proportion everything is unified. No individual part is viewed as more important than the whole design. This quiet, subtle, understated elegance encourages conversation and connection.
ADD A CREATIVE TOUCH: A creative touch leaves joy in the hearts of others. Forage natural elements - branches, nuts and leaves- to enhance table décor. Place a sprig of thyme in a napkin; fill a vessel with blooming branches; use a colorful leaf as a place card - the possibilities are endless. Always remember to have fun and be yourself!