Interior Design Styles

Tuscan

Originating in Italy, this style was developed by the tradesmen and farmers. Colors include natural hues accented with rich reds and others found in the landscape. Muted tones blend the walls, floors, and furniture into a soothing setting that welcomes everyone.

Swedish Style

An eclectic look is created through a trendy approach called maximalism, which means to make the most of a small space. Light-colored woods and walls are a staple in this style. Vibrant colors are used to create focal points throughout the room.

Feng Shui

This style is a system for arranging your surroundings in harmony and balance with the natural world around you. In Chinese, the words mean "wind and water." This style is a contemporary, practical approach that allows you to use what you already have and what you want to acquire to bring good things into your life.

Tropical

This style is perfect for those who love the look of exotic, seaside places. This style emphasizes natural textures and an easy, relaxed atmosphere.

Funky

This style uses bold, and sometimes unusual, furniture and colors. Every element is clean and visibly interesting.

Art Deco

First popular in the early 20th century. It incorporates geometric and ornate design details and rich materials like marble and gold leaf. It is intended to convey looks of luxury and glamour.

Gothic

This style is almost medieval, and lets you add a dash of mystical charm while you create a space with a distinct look that sets you apart. Rich dark colors and dramatic accessories are common.

Classic Contemporary

Soft color contrasts highlight the art on the walls as the visual emphasis. Rounded furniture lines offer an appealing and warm setting that draws the visitor to sit and rest awhile. Colors are complementary instead of contrasting to draw the entire room into focus without an abrupt focus on one element.

Eclectic

This decorating style is varied and can develop into a room that resembles any number of the other decorating styles. Colors are strictly up to the taste of the person who will live with the interior décor. Most people who choose this style do so because they enjoy certain aspects of all the other styles.

Shabby Chic

British look that incorporates very pale, or all-white interior walls, floors, and ceilings accented with vintage items resting on distressed furniture. Soft pastels bring focus and offer a more feminine feel to the design.

Asian

Use of space is central to this decorating style. Leaving the middle of the room open is essential to convey the openness of heart valued in these cultures. Colors are close to nature and bright colors are used in focal points around each room.

Classical

A very ordered style that has a stately quietness. Inspired by the art and architecture of the Greek and Roman empires. Visual balance is the key to success

Contemporary

Noticeable design features include solid colors with contrasting properties against a blank slate of walls and floor. Furniture has sleek, straight lines with sharp corners. Few accent pieces are used, which leaves a clean and open look for visual appeal. This style is typically considered impractical, as there is little room for storage.

Southwestern

Characterized by earth tones, raw textures, and crafted objects. Colorful, handwoven textiles and terra cotta materials are prominently featured in this design.

Country

This style is relaxed and comfortable. There is an enchanting simplicity to this style. It can range from cottage to the more elegant French

Rustic

Inspired by the wild, this style is unrefined and time-tested. The look is warm and relaxed. When you need to unwind, this style will wrap you in a cozy embrace.

Arts & Crafts

A period style that has left a legacy through the ongoing popularity of Mission Style. It features crafted elements of simple construction to create a warm yet streamlined look. Very natural style using lots of oak wood leather and canvas

Garden

Most homes decorated in this style will have a sunroom full of plants built onto an exterior wall. Landscape pictures accompany the use of live plants inside the house. Large windows allow for sweeping views of the exterior landscape. Interior and outdoor furniture are used inside the home and patio doors are in more than one room. Colors are vibrant and natural to bring the outdoors into each living space.

Victorian

This style period found its beginnings with the demise of Napoleon's expansionist policies, continuing thru the reign of Queen Victoria, and culminating up to WW1 in 1914. The styles developed from each other not only as an extension of the current political situation but also to the needs of the rising middle class during the industrial revolution.

Minimalist

This style incorporates modern serenity without excessive decorative flair. You can breathe easy!

Traditional

Rooted in classic, ornate furniture designs and features. Well-accessorized rooms with dashes of pattern and color. Colors include jewel tones in coordinating hues. Silks, brocades and satin are the prevalent fabrics used in this style of decorating.

Farm House

A rustic style with time-worn furniture, sturdy materials, light color palettes, and repurposed accessories. It is an inviting, comfortable style.

Scandinavian

Drawing inspiration from homes in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. They incorporate light wood finishes and natural lighting. Minimalism and functionality are hallmarks of this sleek style.

Coastal

Drawing on colors of the sand and sea. Comfortable as a beach vacation. Uses natural materials like linen and jute.

Bohemian

Full of texture, color, and story. It embraces influences from across the globe and carries a vibe of cool confidence.

Midcentury Modern

A callback to the 1950's and 60's. Focuses on form and function with clean lines, graphic patterns, organic colors and materials.

Industrial

Highlights the architectural features often found in converted warehouses, such as exposed ductwork and ceiling beams. Furnishings may incorporate sleek lines, salvaged wood, and pipework or other metals.