Finding a design style is important when you are trying to figure out what you have going on in your house and where you genuinely want to be. Having a specific style in mind is what helps you create a cohesive design and avoid unnecessary purchases. It’s an important first step to any design process.
Here is part two with the less common design styles depending on where you live in the country or world. Each is unique, beautiful and worth a glance to see if you can incorporate this into your home to add some depth and personality to your style.
Organic Modern
A more niche twist to the straight modern style, this one really incorporates a focus on natural and organic materials to have an eco-friendlier design.
Key Characteristics:
Plants everywhere
Natural materials like bamboo and other raw woods are used for floors, countertops, containers of all sorts & utensils
Bamboo sheets and other linens
Natural influenced color palettes, generally in a more muted tone
Straight lines in the furniture paired with soft curves also in the furniture or architecture
Western
A style celebrating the beauty around it in the often more desert like nature, it focuses for durability and warm bright colors, geometric patterns and animals found locally.
Key Characteristics:
Currently influenced by Minimalism & Modernism
Monochromatic or bold colors
Soft lines & comfortable textures
Natural elements like wood, cork & stone
Trendy furnishings & décor
Industrial
This style places a high priority on functionality and simplicity, it is often found in more urban areas, commonly old warehouses. It accentuates the raw materials in such areas like brick, concrete & exposed ductwork.
Key Characteristics:
Raw wood, black metal & concrete are defining elements
Exposed bricks & ductwork
A warm color palette for accents, it uses mostly neutral colors
Sleek but minimal furniture
Edison bulbs, metal & dark pendants, sculptural fixtures and task lamps are key
Art Deco
A design that started in the 30’s it took the visual arts world by storm in all aspects from architecture to interiors, jewelry, art, fashion and more. It elegant and opulent in every way.
Key Characteristics:
High use of geometric patterns
Motifs of sunrays, animals, foliage, feathers & nude females
Opulent materials
Jewel toned colors with heavy use of brass and gold
Furnishings that make a bold statement in upholstery and size
French Country
Elegance meets rustic charm in this design style. It combines natural & cozy features of a country setting with the elegant antique décor of France.
Key Characteristics:
Soft & neutral color palette
Distressed & ornamental furnishings
Feminine and gentle décor, like mirrors
Curved lines, especially like the cabriole leg
Some use of wrought iron and metal accents adds texture
Luxe
A glamorous and fabulous interpretation of Hollywood Regency style, it focuses on only the best materials, textures, furnishings, and décor.
Key Characteristics:
Faux fur, velvet & silk materials
Gold accents with black, white, grey, and navy, or other bold colors
Smooth and glossy finishes
Extravagant light fixtures and feature walls
Only the finest that money can buy
Maximalism
A style that is having a comeback after a long trend of minimalism, it is focused on layering patterns, bold colors and surrounding yourself with things you love and believe to be beautiful.
Key Characteristics:
Highly saturated colors
Layers of patterns
Ornate décor & furnishings
Use of every space available with beautiful things you love
Statement ceilings and wallpaper
There are many more styles left to explore, but these are the most common that can get you started on figuring out your true home design. If you’re still having trouble, then I recommend taking this quick quiz from Affordable Interior Design by Uploft. Discover Your Design Style (tryinteract.com)
If you’re looking for someone to help you through the process of finding your style, creating a detailed floor plan and list of shoppable items, then head over to the Contact Me section and reach out today to schedule a Discovery Call to see if I’m your perfect fit as an Interior Stylist. I want to help take that stress out of your day and create a beautifully functional and sustainable home that is unique to you.
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