2/02/2011

"Crossing Boundaries . . . "

From House & Garden's "Book of Style"

Greetings,

Stairs.  A simple mathematical balance between 'rise' and 'run.' But a mysterious architectural feature.  The strict border between the public spaces - and the more private parts of the home.  The formality of an entryway - giving way to quiet rooms meant for slumber.  The stairwell offering slight glimpses of the unknown personal rooms.  So they can serve as a barrier - but can also be an invitation.  They're almost flirtatious.  

"the red petticoat"

Anne Miller, for House Beautiful
(Photo Credit - Eric Paisecki)

"the glimpse of stocking"

Courtney Daniels Haden, for Elle Decor
(photo credit - Simon Upton)

"the bare elbow"
Elizabeth Martin Design, New York Project

"the nape of the neck"
Windsor Smith, from House Beautiful
(photo credit - Victoria Pearson)




"an exposed knee"

Michael S Smith, for Architectural Digest
(photo credit - Scott Frances)

"cascading hair"
Eric Cohler, New York, NY

"decolletage"
Miles Redd,  for Elle Decor 
(photo credit - William Waldron)

"the garter strap"
Phoebe Howard, East Hampton, NY Project
Cheers,
Scot

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