Magical México: Groupings

Grouping together multiple items, even simple ones, can transform an ordinary space into one that is unforgettable.

Sam Saunders and Eddie Holler of Holler and Saunders, LTD. use this idea to fantastic effect. Their 14-acre compound, where they sell their world-class collection of Spanish Colonial antiques,  is steps from the Nogales border. To visit their home is a special treat as it is like nothing you have ever seen. To view pictures click here. As their home is also their showroom one would expect it to be full of items, and it is. They extend their decorating to the exterior areas as well, however, giving them the same flamboyant touch.

Combining large scale dramatic items together can create an over-the-top exotic look.

Holler and Saunders, LTD. in Nogales. (Photo Bo Bushnell)

Holler and Saunders, LTD. in Nogales. (Photo Bo Bushnell)

The Nogales pool/courtyard overflows with large spheres, statues, stone snails, and multiple painted pots.

Sam Saunders walking towards  the main house along talavera pots. Notice how every other pot is inverted so the plant is coming out of what is normally the base.

Sam Saunders walking towards the main house along a long row of talavera pots. Notice how every other pot is inverted so the plant is coming out of what is normally the base. (Photo Bo Bushnell)

Dramatic courtyard of Holler and Saunders' Morelia home.

Dramatic courtyard of Holler and Saunders’ Morelia home. (Photo Veranda magazine)

The two also own a large hacienda in Morelia. Their interior courtyard is spectacular as it is full of these enormous stone spheres. (There must be at least a dozen of them.) I have admired them for years and am dying to bring one home. The spheres that is.

 Even groupings of simple, easily-attainable objects can create maximum impact.

Entrance to the Sheraton in Cabo San Lucas.

Entrance to the Sheraton in Cabo San Lucas.

Less dramatic but using the same idea, is this massive planting of pincushion cacti at a hotel entrance in Cabo.

Dining room at Los Cabos Golf Club

Los Cabos Golf Club

Resisting the expected singular chandelier, a cluster of lights marks the reception area welcoming guests into the dining room.

Casa V can transform your home from ordinary to one that is unforgettable.