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Monday, February 21, 2011

The Designer's Eye

Since I was familiar with the Buck House store, in New York City,  I decided to check out the web site.  Aside from an amazing collection of furnishings and artwork, I stumbled upon these creative tableaus, under a section entitled "The Designer's Eye".  Gazing at these lovely ensembles is like taking a crash course in arranging "picture perfect" vignettes.  The relationship of the objects to each other, the varying heights, the sense of whimsy involved...it all seems to come together beautifully, creating "real life" still lifes!
All images via: BuckHouse
Posted by coopermultimedia at 5:25 AM
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38 comments:

  1. eclecticrevisitedFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:32 AM

    getting an arrangement correct is part science and part intuition...and when done well, just gorgeous...as are these images..
    mauareen

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  2. My Interior LifeFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:37 AM

    I need a course in styling so looking at these images is a great first start!

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  3. Helena - A Diary of LovelyFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:39 AM

    beautiful little details, and great styling indeed!

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  4. anita @ a dreamer's denFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    These are truly great, Sue! Thanks for sharing.

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  5. christine {bijouandboheme}February 21, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    Oh these are so fun- adore the one with the lilac bench. Thanks for sharing!

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  6. MagFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    What I liked most is the lilac puff seat!

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  7. Brittany {Gallery No. Eight}February 21, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    Lovely displays!! Love the one with the brown & blue chairs flanking it!

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  8. quintessenceFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    I LOVE Buck house! I stop in frequently when I'm in the city just to ogle vignettes such as these. Deborah has a fantastic eye!!

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  9. kathiFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Hi there
    Love the torso painting in the second photo!
    Best.........Kathi

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  10. jeanette from everton terraceFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Oh I like those last two very very much. That simple 3 drawer piece has fabulous handles and the pop of teal on the chairs, love.

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  11. A Delightful DesignFebruary 21, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    The lilac bench, the blue on the chairs, and the lettered blocks are perfection! Thanks for sharing this resource. :-)
    happy Monday!
    abby

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  12. Luciane at HomeBunch.comFebruary 21, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Hi,

    This is my first time here! You've a terrific blog! Good job!

    The purple bench is amazingly charming!


    Have a Blessed week!


    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

    Post of the Day: A Retreat in Brazil and Britney Spears' New House.

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  13. Jen@Organized-DesignFebruary 21, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    Love these pictures. I love all the small details!

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  14. Laura TreveyFebruary 21, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Hey Sue!

    LOVE the wooden blocks in the 1st photo :)

    xoxo

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  15. Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful}February 21, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    Those are insanely good...*LOVE*

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  16. Beadboard UpCountryFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Lovin that lavender tufted bench! Maryanne xo

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  17. Acquired ObjectsFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Beautiful images and love the styling. I just place things that I love and they just seem to work.

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  18. The enchanted homeFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    People ar always asking how to arrange a vignette on a chest, a coffee table,etc..and I believe there is no one "formula" but its the gathering of interesting and beautiful objects that mean something to you and finding an order for them to be placed..have found that when you love something, you end up doing the right thing and it just comes together....of course you need to play a bit, which is part of the fun. These above are beautiful examples and great ideas/inspirations!

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  19. Dancing BranflakeFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Gorgeous with so much detailing! I am loving each of them.

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  20. JosieFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    I love that orange vase! So pretty.
    xo Josie
    http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com

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  21. idratherbeshoppingFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    picture perfect indeed -- my favorite is the third!

    xo,
    joAnn

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  22. JennyFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    Just gorgeous - I wish I were better at creating vignettes. It's a talent that my Mom has, but I didn't seem to get - lol!

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  23. Carol@TheDesignPagesFebruary 21, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Fantastic styling! It looks so perfect as if it took no effort but of course, that's never the case.

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  24. pretty pink tulipsFebruary 21, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    How fun! I've been to Buck House but not her website. Always looking for a little arranging inspiration.

    xoxo

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  25. Acanthus and AcornFebruary 21, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Sue,
    I always imagine you have a purple stool just like this in your home, probably at your vanity!
    ~R

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  26. David TomsFebruary 21, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    They are totally cool! I love doing little tableaus and DAvid Hicks type table scapes!

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  27. The BuzzFebruary 21, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    I've been meaning to visit the store the next time I'm in New York... and now, a visit is a must! Love the vignettes and pops of color - especially that purple stool!
    xxoo

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  28. StitchforkFebruary 21, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    Pretty vignettes to start the week!
    xo Cathy

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  29. La Petite GalleryFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    wonderful items, glad to see some red. I try to put red in a painting if i can. A touch of red does it for me. I have been looking for red Jewerly and don't see much.

    yvonne

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  30. My Notting HillFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Love the purple tufted bench!

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  31. Charlotta WardFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Yes definitely. What a feast for the eye. I love it when rooms are approached in a 'canvas like' manner.

    Also think the walnut chairs (the tall ones with ladder backs) are wonderful!

    Hugs

    xx C

    P.S. Is tomorrow going to work for you re. the guest post?

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  32. designchicFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    So many beautiful images...and gorgeous attention to detail!!

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  33. Simple DwellingsFebruary 21, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Beautiful spaces! They all look effortless and chic!

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  34. shari @ little blue deerFebruary 21, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    These are stunning! It really is an art, I try hard but I never quite succeed, my house STILL doesn't look like a magazine! XX!

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  35. Design JunkieFebruary 22, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    New to me - I'll have to visit the store! These are lovely and providing me with lessons!

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  36. erin@designcrisisFebruary 23, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Some of these are absolutely stunning! Also, I really need more glass...

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  37. A.J.BarnesFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    Thanks for commenting on my blog. I look forward to reading more Zhush and catching up. I need a little color in my life!

    BTW, love the name!

    www.ajbarnesonline.blogspot.com

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  38. Mandy KeenerFebruary 24, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Loving these vignettes. Makes me want to go home and rearrange everything!

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