Choosing your interior design style
Choosing your interior design style can feel overwhelming. Do you have lots of ideas but don’t know where to start? Do you find yourself being drawn to multiple different styles and trends? Getting to know your design style doesn’t need to be a tedious process, but it is worth taking the time to find what you really like before you start your planning. This will not only save you time, but will also save you money in the long run.
Tips to get you started:
Draw inspiration from your favourite clothing. What colours, fabrics and patterns do you like?
Identify all the items in your home that catch your eye. This could be a piece of artwork, furniture or certain decor items. Bring them all together as this will help determine how you want your home to look and feel.
Gather your design inspiration. Instagram and Pinterest are a great place to start, but don’t forget to look around you as well. Have you visited a restaurant or hotel recently where the design really spoke to you?
Get creative. Once you have identified some key pieces and collected your inspiration, bring it all together on a mood board to help you visualise the overall design style.
There is no right and wrong when choosing your design style and it's not about selecting one style and then limiting yourself to that look or trend. It’s about discovering what you like so you can be confident with your choices and knowing that how you decorate your home will reflect your personality and the way you live.
Interior Design Style Examples
Art Deco - Geometric shapes and large scale curvaceous furniture are used to make bold statements. The use of deluxe materials such as metallics, glass, marble and dark woods as well as contrasting rich and soft colours create an elegant and glamours style.
Bohemian - Neutral base with the use of warm and earthy tones are used to create a great foundation. Layers, patterns, and natural elements such as hanging plants are the perfect addition to add interest and depth.
Coastal - A soft, natural palette works perfectly to create a calm and relaxing backdrop. Colour and rustic textures can be used to add a pop in a subtle way. Bring nature inside with the use of natural materials and elements to make the space cozy and inviting.
Contemporary - Simple, clean lines and texture will achieve a balanced and timeless contemporary style. The focus on architectural elements and decorative details will make any home feel sophisticated.
Country - Mixing old and new, incorporating wood and natural materials, patterned fabrics and keeping the overall design simple are all ways help to achieve a modern country style.
Mid-Century Modern - The use of minimalist furniture, mix and match materials including glass, marble and wood, natural hues with pops of colour and carefully chosen window treatments will create a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor.
Scandinavian - All about simplicity - layering textures, choosing light flooring, using neutral colours to create a clean and calm effect and adding in textiles in the form of throws and carpets to add warmth.
Traditional - A timeless style that isn’t tied to just one design. Using symmetry, period pieces of furniture, rich and classic textiles and floor to ceiling window treatments will create an inviting traditional style.
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