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Clash Course: Geometric Shapes Give Rooms an Edge
Spike the energy in your space with graphic geometrics that sharpen the sensibilities of softer forms
Houzz Contributor. The principal of Hannotte Interiors in Toronto (http://www.hannotteinteriors.com), with an MA in Museum Studies which informs my philosophy of design, and the ideas of place, home, and the narratives we create with objects we love. I side with craft and concept, and work to cultivate personality and honesty in my work.
Houzz Contributor. The principal of Hannotte Interiors in Toronto (http://www.hannotteinteriors.com),... More »
Geometric shapes are the ultimate refusal of the natural and organic shapes we love to live with — that's why adding some sharp-edged form to your room is a great way to keep things interesting. Many of the new wire forms behave as a frame to the negative space that exists beyond the piece. Here are some hot examples of current geometric shapes that transform even traditional rooms with curious contradiction.
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| A new take on the classic Bertoia chair, this design by Bend Seating in on-trend neon would be beautiful paired with a rustic harvest table. |
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A restricted, neutral palette allows the sketched nature of this light fixture to pop.
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| In this room, the sharp contrast between the gentle curvature of the ottomans and the jagged edges of the carpet is echoed in the art and the throw pillows. |
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Mobiles are making a comeback in a big way, and this time they're taking on a wire-frame form that frames negative space and changes from every angle.
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Tiles have been celebrating geometric patterns for more than a century. This modern take plays wonderfully with the classic claw-foot tub and the pedestal sink.
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Keep it refined and simple in black to add a big graphic punch to your room.
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| An icon in lighting design, the Lindsey Adelman chandelier is at once organic and graphic, and for that reason it suits any style of room — so long as it's gutsy! More about Lindsey Adelman's fixtures |
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This chandelier is a wire-frame wonder in a conventional form. It looks digital and elegant, and right at home in this ornate Victorian bath.
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SpiralConeLegs.com Geometry? how about some Spiral Cones? 
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portpiro Gotta say that I think that first Lindsey Adelman chandelier is just plain ugly. And what's with the bunch of ginger jars and bowls of flowers crammed into the middle of the table? But the wire chandelier is great though I think it would make more sense if it was mounted flush to the ceiling.
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Ferah Tanatar_Soner Ohhhh man, I looove that last chandelier - it's almost as if it's drawn on the wall/ceiling!! but I agree with you, Portpiro, would be even better if it were flush with ceiling...
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jagat Great , Eye catching designs...
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SpiralConeLegs.com I like the Lindsey Adelman piece, looks like something from nature
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mmsalg Beautiful ideas here. I couldn't agree more. Adding a shape definitely adds interest. Check out more ideas here http://custm.co/hz/86 
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