(This post was originally written in February 2015 for Heidi Pribell Interiors, heidipribell.com.)
Welcome to The Inspired Eye, the official blog of Heidi Pribell Interiors!
Each week we will discuss topics related to design––ranging from patterns and color to beauty and style. The posts will cover a broad range of subjects, both practical and philosophical, and include images that reflect Heidi’s fun and vibrant energy.
Let’s start with the concept of ‘aesthetic,’ something that we can all agree is essential to interior design, and life in general.
The Merriam-Webster dictionary definition of ‘aesthetic’ is “a particular theory or conception of beauty or art; a particular taste for or approach to what is pleasing to the senses and especially sight.”
However, in Heidi’s words, “aesthetic is truly a style that resonates with the individual.”
Every person has his or her own style, preferences, sense of beauty…that is, aesthetic. Here at Heidi Pribell Interiors we want to help you find, fine tune and express your own.
Our goal is to help you come closer to identifying what you think beauty is, and, conversely, what it isn’t. What is beautiful to you and how do you transform this choice into an action?
These ideas, inherent is children, fade as we grow into adulthood and start doubting our instincts.
Heidi says: “As an adult, we are more paralyzed with our decisions than we used to be as children. Children are more in touch with their inclinations––they know what they like, they know what they hate. We tend to step back and second guess ourselves as we take on more responsibility. This makes us out of touch with ourselves.”
How can we help make the decision-making process run more smoothly? Let’s simplify. Get back to basics, relax, have fun, feel inspired, and follow your instincts!
That’s a good start.
Astrid Lium 