Eclecticism: sorry, what?
Serhii Makhno blog
15.09.10
Heidegger said: “To dwell is to garden”. In the context of eclecticism we transform a saying. Dwelling is also about the art of combining.
Eclecticism takes different design elements and blend them to create a unique interior. As a result, we have a hybrid of styles sizes. All ingredients are in a thoughtful connection. The common ground: an overall color, texture, design approaches. Anyway juxtaposing two different pieces works better than boring process of pairing the same ones.
Eclectic party is a favorite place for hangouts of nonstandard pairs. Do not be surprised if elegant silk comes with coarse burlap or 16th-century paintings are accompanied by own “masterpieces” of the owner of the house. Stripes are often combined with a mod floral pattern.
Eclecticism like a canvas of an artist combines a variety of paints in a harmonious picture.
Although the style has always been an inevitable consequence of the dialogue of cultures, it began to dominate and reign In the 19th century. The idea was to import beauty and comfort from the past.
Things in eclecticism work for you. You can toss a little of this, a little of that. Rooms are filled. But skillfully blended. There is salient elements (in which the concept based on) to anchor your space. Eclecticism is not about an abundance of bright hues as people usually think. The light background of natural colors prove it.