“Negative space helps keep tabletop clutter in check,” Malina says. That’s why she’ll group together objects with one theme (say, vintage glass vessels or antique candlesticks).

A negative space in art is the space that is in between people, objects, etc. Focusing on the negative space gives paintings, photography, and music more depth and perspective.

That’s the magic behind negative space, the empty areas around objects like furniture, art and accessories. It sounds counterintuitive, but including areas of blankness lets focal points shine ...

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