Blending feminine and masculine décor elements creates a balanced room which appeals to various design aesthetics. In our wardrobe, for instance, a pair of jeans with a masculine black jacket will appear more appealing on a woman when paired with a fabulous pair of open toe wedges and a colourful silk blouse. For a man, that same outfit is fantastic with a slim fit pastel French cuffed shirt and patterned tie. The same principles apply in interior design. A balanced room will have elements of both sensibilities. After all, one of the key lessons in design school is the creation of tension and harmony between elements and shapes.
Blending Masculine and Feminine Styles
This bedroom is very masculine. The lack of pattern, a cool colour scheme, clean lines and a fireplace with a stone surface add to that masculine feeling.
Though accessories in general are considered to be a ‘feminine touch’, accessories can also exhibit the difference between masculine and feminine. Metal, distressed wood and dark lacquer can tend to feel masculine while glassware, flowers and decorative frames lean toward a feminine feel.
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