I swapped photographs with Ross D, (same name just a coincidence), a graphics student.
Throughout all of the photos of Ross’ house that I analysed there were noticeable similarities between rooms however each room has a purpose.
In the bedroom generally everything appears to be excruciatingly organised, although there are some things lying out on the desk all else appears to have a place. It is as thought these things left on the desk are simply waiting there to be put away, they are no permanent artefact's. The desk in the room is in the main uncluttered but there are a couple of things such as a Sporran, sketchbook, tissues, sweets and a couple of DVD’s lying on the top. A Sporran would suggest that Ross has been wearing a kilt to a dressy occasion such as a wedding, party, or more informally to a football match? Whichever it is this represents pride in one’s heritage, he is proud to be Scottish and happy to show this pride by dressing in kilt and all the regalia that goes with it. The couple of DVD’s that are not in the correct place would suggest that they have been left out deliberately for some reason or that they are waiting to be put away. It is noticeable that the CD’s and DVD’s have a specific place; I find it unusual that Ross would deliberately leave these out. Perhaps a family member has put them in the room and rather than disturb the space just left them on the table.
The furniture in the bedroom all matches, the desk, CD holder, shelf and even the CD player blends in with most things in the room. This would suggest that Ross is an organised person who pays attention to detail. I would imagine that this room would have been decorated with Ross input, also the furniture would probably have been bought as a rather than over a period of time. The bold red colour chosen for the main wall in the bedroom suggests that Ross is headstrong and sure of his views and opinions. I would suggest that the red is dramatic and possibly overbearing perhaps this is not a Room that he spends a lot of time in. The two main pieces of furniture in the room are a bed and desk, this suggests that the room is really only used for sleeping and study.
There does not appear to be a lot in the way of personal decorations on the walls, perhaps this is an indication that this is someplace that Ross does not feel settled or a place where he does not use often. The Star Wars framed film clips on the wall next to the bed is almost out of place in this setting as it does not really tier in with the rest of the room. It was perhaps given as a gift from a relative or friend who once heard that Ross liked Star Wars. It may be hung on the wall more out of politeness rather than genuine appeal. Along the top of the headboard we have the pink, fluffy fairy lights, this tells me that there is a female influence in Ross’ life and I do not think they belong to him but are more likely to belong to a girlfriend. This suggests that Ross is comfortable sharing his space with someone he cares for.
There are a lot of CD’s on the wall which suggests, Ross enjoys listening to Music, the fact that they are on show would indicate that he does not mind other people seeing what kind of music he likes. I wonder if the CD’s are ordered in some way, alphabetical perhaps. Like the rest of the room the CD’s are arranged neatly and organised a trait which appears throughout the whole room. I suggest that although the room is very organised and ordered that this may not necessarily reflect true to life, perhaps Ross does not use this room often and that is why it remains orderly.
Looking at what I think may be the entrance to the family house I notice that there is a small doll’s house at the entrance; this is quite a quaint possession to have at the front door. Although inviting you to have a look inside, it is also fun which indicates that this family like to have fun and very much see themselves as a family. I am not sure if this would also suggest living in a “wee world” of their own? At the other end of the entrance way the small teddy bear lying on the floor is quite comical, this may also represent the families humour but it could also act as a conversation point for new visitors or old friends and family. I can imagine that this was maybe a childhood toy from a parent or even grandparent or was perhaps a souvenir from a holiday.
The military plates that decorate the walls are suggest there is a military background to the family, whether Army, Naval or Air force. Like Ross’ room the plates are a collectable thing and I think are on display because they mean a lot to the family. The clean bright colour of the entrance way suggests that the family like people to feel welcome when they enter the house, again the plates appear ordered and the space is not cluttered allowing people to breath and relax. As the entrance way is the first and last place people will enter I think it is deliberately arranged to give people a good impression.
The living area is really the family area in the house. On the wall there are a number of photos of the children at school and other family members, this would suggest that they are a close family unit. In the display cabinet there is the family silver and glassware suggesting a pride in their belongings. The glassware may have been passed down from generation or gifted to the family on special occasions but great importance is put on this as it takes pride of place in the room. There is a jigsaw on the floor of the room implying that somebody uses this room as a hobby room when it is not being used by the family. This could also perhaps be something that members of the family like to do together.
Overall I get the feeling that family is of most importance to Ross. Everything in the photos is clean tidy, orderly and personal to the family; this is because the family are proud of what they have. It is evident that the Ross has been brought up with strong family values and he wants to make his family proud of him.
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