What’s your Design Style?
Before tackling a major home renovation or minor refresh, its important to understand your interior design style. It’s a necessary process in understanding what you naturally gravitate towards, as well as what to completely stay away from! Styles are constantly changing and evolving so we’ve included a breakdown of common design styles that you can use as a guide when looking for décor inspiration.
Traditional
This is one of the most common styles, incorporating classic details and sumptuous furnishings. It incorporates pieces with structure and symmetry, rich color palettes, and detailed textiles. The traditional style exemplifies elegance and comfort.
Design: Brenna Morgan @brennamorganinteriors
Light: Broche Chandelier
Design: Lauren Clement @laurennicoleinc
Light: Carson Chandelier
Boho
Bohemian design is generally inspired by those who lead a free-spirited, norm-defying life. Layering with natural materials, different types of lighting, and eclectic patterns instantly help to achieve the look.
Light: Brielle Chandelier
Minimalist
Of the most refined of design styles, this trend commands bare essentials and clean lines. Everything in the room must have a purpose. Think refinement, functionality, and most of all, simplicity.
Design: Theo Thompson @TheoThompsonDesign
Light: Alston
Rustic
Inspired by the outdoors, this style is drawn from natural and weathered elements. There is an emphasis on rugged, natural beauty that embraces nature-inspired textures and earthy tones.
Light: Zucca Chandelier
Light: Poppy Chandelier
Glam
This interior design style is ornate with luxurious fabrics, glittering metals, and sparkly accessories for a refined, elegant space. The lighting is typically dramatic and is an easy way to incorporate the style into your home. Glam strikes the perfect balance of opulence and functionality.
Design: Lexie Pyfrom @jadorelexiecouture
Light: Maria Theresa Chandelier
Design: Jennifer Prock @decorgold
Light: Bolton Chandelier
Mid-Century Modern
This design has its roots in architecture, simple forms, and functionality. Mid-century modern design is all about clean lines, simplicity, practicality, and sumptuous silhouettes.
Design: Max Aboody Interiors @maxaboodyinteriors
Modern
This design emphasizes simplicity and function. Modern style decor and furnishings celebrate natural materials, neutral or earthy colors, and only necessary detailing. Lines are clean and décor is minimal.
Design: Yvonne Christensen @yvonnechristensendesign
Wall Mount Light: Lena
Design: Brian Patrick Flynn @bpatrickflynn
Eclectic
This style encompasses a mixture of textures, time periods, trends, and colors. Eclectic design is about presenting your personality without strict rules or predictability. Play with patterns in unexpected combinations and have fun with textures and statement pieces.
Design: Jewel Marlowe @jewelmarlowe
Light: Broche Chandelier
Design: Holly Hollingsworth Phillips @theenglishroom
Light: Layla Chandelier
Coastal
This style is about bringing the natural beachy elements into your home. This includes white-washed woods, cool tones, and natural lighting. Coastal interior design features a light and airy environment that incorporates calming shades of the ocean and neutral tones for a relaxed touch.
Design: Lauren Clement @laurennicoleinc
Lights: Carson Chandelier and Morgan Wall Mounts
Design: Libby Langdon @libbylangdon
Farmhouse
The comfortable and relaxed farmhouse style is practical yet full of charm. To achieve this level of character, pair rugged textiles with aged finishes. Rugged beams, hardwood, built-in cabinets, and shiplap are standard. Farmhouse decor wants you to focus on function than sophistication.
Design: Heather Thibodeau @heathered_nest
Light: Maria Theresa Chandelier
Design: Bethany @shiplapaddict
Light: Jayna Chandelier
