The Sun, The Stars, The Style

Gazing at the stars, the sun, the planets...

really puts everything into perspective, don't you think?

And the inspiration!

 Well, how can one resist pointing out all of the delightful interior design connections and constellations that have been inspired by our fascination with the skies?!

 See what I mean? :

The stunning array ( or Array) of telescopes:

Thomas Pheasant's Constellation mirror:

dress up rustic kitchen cabinets with iron star knobs:

Planet - like:

Oh -- before I continue -- 

You may want to take note of this 

Venus-Across-The-Sun Event:

On June 5th and 6th ( see chart),

 Venus will become a spot moving across the sun --  not often seen.

On June 5, 6, 2012 :

Ok, back to Design from the skies:

Worthy of a "Frame it and Hang it" directive: 

Constellation-inspired bed design:

Very starry!

Space-y:

Constellation Chandelier:

 As looking up to the skies (conveniently, for me!) set the tone for today's images, so we see every part of our world reflected in our interior designs. Cool, huh!

Have a great day and Be sure to catch the very cool, astronomical  

Venus trip across the Sun occurrence!

xo

Valerie

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telescopes

In addition to improving your view of the wonders of nature, a telescope

adds so much interest and character to any room. 

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At the Ritz-Carlton New York

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All Over ebay, there are offers for all sorts of telescopes. They are often broken but beautiful, and  used as decor.
They are quite popular right now!

And what would you think about having this look  framed and up on a wall?

 How about a  whole series of lithographs like this?


On Russian Hill, where days are spent enjoying the great views!:

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 It would be great to  have a telescope for beautiful scenery, stargazing & bird watching...For now, the sort-of-OK binoculars must do. Why? Well, because it appears that really good binoculars can cost as much as a telescope. Price aside, binoculars are portable.  Telescopes are stable and add Panache to a room... hmm...
Which would you prefer? Binoculars or telescope?
 Would you buy a telescope on eBay that is gorgeous but non-functioning?

                          Have a great day, afternoon and evening!
                                                                                             ~Valerie