Styling: Why Three is the magic number - It is a piece of styling wisdom that objects look better arranged in odd numbers, not even tried and trusted. Groups of three or five appear better than those based on two or four elements. It is something to do with the eye with a central object to rest on carefully supervised by an even number of other rooms. At least that is the explanation considered. On a more 'gut', groups of three are simply more attractive, diverse and exciting as a pair of objects can never be. So to celebrate the power of three, here are 10 ways to transform the style with a trio.
Casey & Fox
Hang three lamps
A trio of pendant lights looks both stylish and practical. Ideally, hang on a surface (three pendants hanging in the middle of an empty room might look rather lost). hang on a kitchen worktop or island is a popular route, or try to hang them on a dining table, as here.
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A trio of pendant lights looks both stylish and practical. Ideally, hang on a surface (three pendants hanging in the middle of an empty room might look rather lost). hang on a kitchen worktop or island is a popular route, or try to hang them on a dining table, as here.
View a selection of perfect hanging lamps
Lucy Interior Design
Group three vases
three vases make a beautiful but simple centerpiece. For harmony, stick to a material (in this case, clear glass), but using three vessels of different shape to add variety and energy to the display.
three vases make a beautiful but simple centerpiece. For harmony, stick to a material (in this case, clear glass), but using three vessels of different shape to add variety and energy to the display.
Joined & Jointed
Organize three objects
three objects of different shapes and sizes can still beautifully together group if you choose a color or a common material. These faceted stones show several shades all blend into one perfect whole.
three objects of different shapes and sizes can still beautifully together group if you choose a color or a common material. These faceted stones show several shades all blend into one perfect whole.
Scott Edwards architecture
Line Up three plants
a long dining table cries out for a row of three objects. Candlesticks, vases, jugs - all your desires. Here, corresponding three pots into clean house plants and elegant, adding a touch of color rich neutral regime.
a long dining table cries out for a row of three objects. Candlesticks, vases, jugs - all your desires. Here, corresponding three pots into clean house plants and elegant, adding a touch of color rich neutral regime.
In Hasse
Select three baths
colored plastic containers are a useful addition to the children's room, providing plenty of storage space for toys, Lego and teddies. Arrange different colored tanks in a line turns this humble piece of kit in an eye-catching arrangement.
colored plastic containers are a useful addition to the children's room, providing plenty of storage space for toys, Lego and teddies. Arrange different colored tanks in a line turns this humble piece of kit in an eye-catching arrangement.
Rendall & Wright
set up three photos
simple, but so effective, a row of three identical size images creates impact on a white wall. Choose frames corresponding to a consistent display.
simple, but so effective, a row of three identical size images creates impact on a white wall. Choose frames corresponding to a consistent display.
Leslie Harris Keane Interior Design
three Scatter cushions
These pillows perfectly demonstrate the beauty of three. One pad is at the front, visually and physically balanced by two pillows behind, which correspond to each other. They create a pleasantly symmetrical look.
These pillows perfectly demonstrate the beauty of three. One pad is at the front, visually and physically balanced by two pillows behind, which correspond to each other. They create a pleasantly symmetrical look.
Brian O'Tuama Architects
pull three chairs
Two rows of three chairs pulled up to the oblong table look neat and welcoming. Keep the table free ends also chair helps to draw attention to the net, trio arrangement.
Two rows of three chairs pulled up to the oblong table look neat and welcoming. Keep the table free ends also chair helps to draw attention to the net, trio arrangement.
Bates Masi Architects LLC
Team three with three
repeating sets of three objects around a room creates a strong, considered look. Here, three bar stools are reflected above by three pendant lights, but a Chinese display on the back wall is a little more flexible to prevent the room from looking too regimented.
Get the lowdown on bar stools
repeating sets of three objects around a room creates a strong, considered look. Here, three bar stools are reflected above by three pendant lights, but a Chinese display on the back wall is a little more flexible to prevent the room from looking too regimented.
Get the lowdown on bar stools
Tori Murphy
stack three cushions
Try organize three into a pile. Books, throws, bowls or, as here, suddenly seem cushions decorated, rather than simply put down, when it is organized in a stack, with the smallest element at the top.
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Try organize three into a pile. Books, throws, bowls or, as here, suddenly seem cushions decorated, rather than simply put down, when it is organized in a stack, with the smallest element at the top.
Tell us ...
Are you a fan of decorating with odd numbers? Please share your thoughts and photos in the comments below.