Proportion is the relation between elements and a whole. Symmetry is a vague sense of harmonious and beautiful proportion and balance. The photos below illustrate how proportion and symmetry can be used in interior design. Below are French antique gold platted cherubs: And this one below is a French antique garden iron bench:   From glancing at these two images, one may think that there is no connection between them; usage, color, and application all are different. But the trained eye will notice a balance and symmetry, and see a rhythm like… Read More