The article discusses the importance of shared growth and communication in relationships, particularly when it comes to incorporating sentimental objects into home decor. Designer Spain emphasizes curiosity and collaborative aesthetic exploration, suggesting couples analyze vintage designs to build a common language. Authors Singer and Khemsurov highlight how sentimental objects create meaningful home narratives. They recommend thoughtful placement of these items to achieve visual coherence and suggest refinishing them with care to ensure harmony with personal decor visions, underlining the necessity of open conversations regarding design preferences between partners.
A beautiful thing about entering into a life with someone is growing and evolving. How can you view this as an opportunity for you to grow as an individual, as part of a relationship?
We keep these objects not because they look good or make us look good, but because we find them moving. They transform our homes into a rich visual diary.
If these pieces aren't feeling cohesive with the rest of the space, find areas where they can become a gem of a moment instead of sticking out like a sore thumb.
Having this conversation also involves a delicate touch. I would say, 'I don't know if this goes with the vision I think that we have for our house.'
Collection
[
|
...
]