Colour, Pattern & Repetition on the Greek Islands
Ok so this blog might just be an excuse to reminiscence about my Greek holiday but here goes!
It’s only been 4 weeks since my return but I am still dreaming of the picturesque lane ways, historical sites, food, cats and relaxing on the beach. The trip was an epic girls trip to Athens, Milos, Paros and Naxos for my friends Fiftieth birthday and we had a blast.
One aspect that stands out in my mind is the styling and design that I saw there, in particular the use of colour, pattern and repetition. The visual merchandising and styling of shops and restaurants layered on to the original white painted buildings created for spectacular design combinations and photo opportunities. I also became slightly obsessed with basil plants which you will see.
Here are a few of the examples that I loved:
The pattern created by the paving creates a fabulous contrast to the repetition of the visual merchandising with the diagonal line of plants up the stairs | Naoussa, Paros
Repetition with rows of tins with basil in them was something I saw in Paros and Naxos. Repurposing tins was a popular styling technique which is both economical and visually effective | Aperathos, Naxos
Symmetry and the use of a strong focal point in this restaurant layout with feature basil pot plants. | Naxos
More basil! This time in a more modern setting but still with that Greek style. | Naxos
More repetition (& basil!) with the classic design technique of three in a row. | Naoussa, Paros (Photo courtesy of my friend Susan)
Stairs were another place that the use of repetition was highlighted, the simple use of lines and paint create impact here and become the perfect photo moment. | Naoussa, Paros
Split complimentary colour combination with the green, red and blue painted doors on these fishing village buildings. | Klima, Milos
There were also many window displays that I loved in Greece. I had already taken a photo of this Zeus n Dione window in Athens and it was only when we went to Milos that I saw the stone mosaic style that it was of course inspired by. The perfect use of design and props to highlight both the culture and their brand identity.
Stone mosaic in Milos
Well I better stop myself going full travel slide show on you and get back to work! Lots to share very soon on what we have been working on.
Until Next Time,
Juliet