61 michigandesign.com SYMMETRICAL DESIGN These living rooms both show how balance can be established through symmetrical design. The painting over the mantel acts as the focal point in the room above designed by Gail Urso, while the oversized window makes the forest and lake views the focal point in the other home (opposite page) on the edge of the woods gracing the shores of Lake Michigan. The color palette in both spaces, combined with the mirrored furnishings along each side of the axis, gives each room a balanced and comfortable feel. We chose to use simple, clean-lined furniture and a symmetrical floor plan to complement the view and help balance the window’s strong architectural influence. The use of identical sofas adds visual weight on either side of our focal point. We reinforced that by using a matching pair of lounge chairs. The cocktail table is two separate tables, but we placed them together to break with the symmetry and add a stronger grounding impact in the space. Symmetrical balance is all around us. We tend to find these spaces harmonious, restful and peaceful.” – Linda Shears “ THIS PAGE | Sofas and piano chair fabric: KRAVET, SUITE 105 Ottoman: HENREDON INTERIOR DESIGN SHOWROOM, SUITE 122 Area rug: THE GHIORDES KNOT, SUITE 20 | Floor lamps: RJ THOMAS, SUITES 72, 77 & 82 | Chair and pillow fabric: ROBERT ALLEN, SUITE 28 URSO DESIGNS, Gail Urso Photo by Jeff Garland OPPOSITE PAGE | LINDA SHEARS DESIGNS, Linda Shears Photo by Beth Singer
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