The Zhush: The Impact Of Art

6/7/11

The Impact Of Art

When I saw this bedroom in the May issue of Veranda, I was immediately drawn to the artwork above the bed. According to the magazine, this piece is by New York artist, Bernd Haussmann. In an effort to learn more about the painting or possibly see it from another angle, I checked out the site of the featured designer, Susan Lovell. I was able to find the lake house bedroom from the Veranda feature, but the artwork in this image was so completely different it took me a minute to realize it was the same room! This is such a great example of how dramatically art can impact the mood and style of a space.

Images via: Veranda, SusanLovellInc.

30 comments:

christine {bijouandboheme} said...: Totally agree- artwork can MAKE a room!!!; 6/07/2011
meenal@maison marigold said...: you are so right about that..art does impact the look of a room as does lighting for the shot..which is far better in the shot from veranda..have lovely day.xx meenal; 6/07/2011
LiveLikeYou said...: Yes good point. Art can totally make the room or even ruin a room for me. It also says so much about the person who lives in a home I think.; 6/07/2011
bluehydrangea said...: The difference is amazing! Add some greenery and good art and the room has a whole new - better- look!; 6/07/2011
Things That Sparkle said...: Wow such a huge difference, love the one from Veranda so so much more!; 6/07/2011
pretty pink tulips said...: Huge difference!!! I guess it speaks to the importance of stylists for magazine shoots, as well!

xoxo E; 6/07/2011
Jenna Lee said...: It really is a big difference. What a beautiful room!; 6/07/2011
Stephanie said...: wow! a difference in art an a few small adjustments and it looks like a different space. Love it!; 6/07/2011
a perfect gray said...: an unbelievable difference. that first piece is wonderful.; 6/07/2011
Heather (love your space) said...: whoa--HUGE difference. Also makes you realize that even professionally designed rooms get a boost from editors when they appear in magazines. It's like the dang models getting their skinny thighs airbrushed!; 6/07/2011
Josie said...: I so agree -- art can totally make the difference in a room!
xo Josie
www.winksmilestyle.com; 6/07/2011
kayce hughes said...: WOW makes me want to run through my house and put some fabulous greenery and art in every room.; 6/07/2011
I Dream Of said...: You have such a good eye! You're so right! It totally changes the tone of the room. We just bought a new piece of art for our dining room-- I'll do a post on it soon--and it had such an impact I can hardly believe it. And now I just want to sit in there all day and look at it!!!; 6/07/2011
Lisa Mende Design said...: It is amazing how the art, light and angle can truly change a room. The Veranda shot is so much more appealing and sophisticated.; 6/07/2011
SHERRY HART said...: I love the art in the first room SO much better! What a difference it made.; 6/07/2011
Dancing Branflake said...: When I got married the main thing I requested was art. It made such a difference! I am glad I did.; 6/07/2011
The Buzz Blog said...: It's amazing how stylists can come in and change a room around for a photo shoot and how a piece of art can make such a difference... You are such the sleuth!
xxoo; 6/07/2011
Mary Jo from TrustYourStyle said...: I like both versions but the top one is so light and bright and open, I'm really drawn to it. Love Veranda--such a good source!

xo Mary Jo; 6/07/2011
traci zeller designs said...: HUGE difference!!!; 6/07/2011
Casa Bella said...: Wow...you are right. One second one looks like a hotel room, but the first one feels chic and vibrant. Excellent example!; 6/07/2011
StarletStarlet said...: You're right ON! I love the first one. Light and airy! I'm sure the lighting was a factor as well.

Another thing about painting that I learned is that the frame that you use also make a huge difference. It can accentuate the artwork or drown it. Sometimes no frame actually is better.; 6/07/2011
Marianne {Style For Living} said...: I just realized I'm way behind on my magazine reading. I have a stack that I need to get to! Art can make such a huge difference.; 6/07/2011
The enchanted home said...: Susan Lovell is so talented, I love her work. She really is capable of so many styles, very talented and versatile. I love the first one, its cleaner more "now" and goes with the serene feeling of the room beautifully!; 6/07/2011
third room studio said...: What a remarkable difference it makes, one hip and sophisticated, the other a little dowdy, to be honest.; 6/07/2011
CDS said...: Incredible! It's all in teh details and you can see the impact it makes! xoxo; 6/07/2011
Sarah said...: Makes a huge difference, the first picture is amazing.; 6/07/2011
Brittany {Gallery No. Eight} said...: Crazy difference! Love the first room, but I could pass on the second.; 6/08/2011
Danielle said...: Wow! Looks SO different! Pretty amazing. breakfast at toast.; 6/08/2011
Marcus Design said...: I couldn't agree with you more Sue! The room is simply tansformed with the piece in the first photo!!
Nancy xo; 6/09/2011
Ridgely's Radar said...: Its almost like they changed it for the seasons. The plant on the table and hurricanes on the ground seem so summery - while the other picture seems more like late summer/ fall with the lighting. So true about the art work changing the room. I think I prefer the top one myself.; 6/09/2011

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