Catch the Olympic Rings With Circular Decor
Let the famous logo inspire designs in your home and landscape for record-breaking style
The upcoming Olympics has me seeing circles. I've been inspired by the classic symbol that represents the Olympics: five intertwined rings, which signify the Americas (North and South America), Africa, Asia, Australasia and Europe.
Because our homes and the majority of our furnishings are created with straight lines, circular designs can deliver a compelling visual. Consider a succession of circular objects to round out a chic aesthetic for your space.
Because our homes and the majority of our furnishings are created with straight lines, circular designs can deliver a compelling visual. Consider a succession of circular objects to round out a chic aesthetic for your space.
Three oversize round clocks mimic the three bowls along this dining table’s surface. Round shapes are also echoed in the lamps and the stools, combining with the sleek table for a sophisticated, modern allure.
A series of corrugated aluminum circles by French company Metaldecor has a unique industrial but put-together look. Try re-creating them yourself by tracking down thin sheets of aluminum at your local hardware store.
Circular-patterned wallpaper adds instant style to a room but can be expensive and a pain to install. This DIY alternative cuts down on the cost of wallpaper without compromising style.
These funky Dancing Circles stools by Global Views bring a playful and spirited vibe to this modern kitchen.
Introducing circles into often-unnoticed spots, like a stairway railing, lends a touch of playfulness where you'd least expect it.
Create cohesion between circular elements by introducing them across the space. Play the game I Spy in this room and spot the circles in the shelving panels, window treatments and cabinetry.
Accessories are a great way to pull circles throughout your space. The door handle and vanity fixtures in this bathroom are perfect imitations of the mirror and the wall installation.
Circle Pots
Outdoor accessories can integrate round shapes into your landscape too. Round hanging pots add color and visual variety both indoors and out.
Multi-Circle Wall Clock
Don't just stick with a simple wall clock — this round home accessory offers a great opportunity to add whimsy to your wall.
Contemporary Wall Mirrors
This disco-ball-like mirror may not be the most practical for reapplying makeup, but it's an instant eye-catching accessory and a simple way to bring some circular shapes into your home.