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House Fun: Decorating with Miniatures
In interior design, as in life, good things come in small packages
The word "mini" conveys a sense of cuteness and a lot of people (like me) have a fascination with scaled models. Not to mention a 3-D object is more interactive than just looking at pictures alone.
Display your miniatures in multiples to reinforce your theme. Group similar items together. Consider the location where the miniatures will be placed. Look at lighting, color of the background, and if the items are appropriate for the area. Then just have fun.
Here are some ideas for miniatures to get you thinking:
Display your miniatures in multiples to reinforce your theme. Group similar items together. Consider the location where the miniatures will be placed. Look at lighting, color of the background, and if the items are appropriate for the area. Then just have fun.
Here are some ideas for miniatures to get you thinking:
I love to collect iconic structures when I travel. This picture shows how having the Eiffel tower at different scales could work on a book shelf. Note the tower-like design on the spine of one of the books.
Here is a neat way of displaying miniature alcohol bottles. The color of the glass creates the backdrop for this contemporary dining room.
This dramatic black powder room features a wall of human figurines. The use of stainless steel inserts and top lighting give some crystal-like quality to the objects.
How about a mini-bed for your pet or doll? I could imagine having multiple of these mini-beds in a room to create a doll sleepover. Don't forget the mini night stand and tiny tea cup.
Sibis Villa Doll House
This modern prefab model is a fun way for kids and adults to use their imagination and develop an understanding space planning and design. It could be a fun DIY project to make additional wood furniture or add an extension to this simple box shape.
Vitra Miniature - Barcelona® Chair
This Vitra Miniature Collections includes some of the famous 20th century chairs.
Gaia & Gino Skyscrapers Vase - Clear
These unique tall and slender mini-skyscraper vases have beautiful lines that create a miniature cityscape.
Set of Free-Form Miniature Vases
In contrast with the previous modern vases, these low profile organic designs promote the feel of movement.
Speranza Square Suspension
If one light fixture isn't enough, why not have four miniatures placed on a square frame?
Miniature Clawfoot Tub Soap Dish
How ironic would it be to have a soap dish made from the shape of a bathtub?
A tiny adirondack chair, elf and watering pot turn a planter into a miniature garden.
Take a look around — do you have a great miniature on show? Share your photo with us below!
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Take a look around — do you have a great miniature on show? Share your photo with us below!
More: Maine's Fairy Houses