Are you considering a room redo? Maybe you are struggling with the direction you want to go as far as the style and feel of the room? One way to overcome this design style block, is to call in a design professional. A good designer knows what questions to ask to help you uncover your design style and aesthetic, and of course take care of all the planning and implementation of your new space. But if you’d rather take the DIY approach, the next best thing is to browse design blogs and websites, and shelter magazines for style ideas. It may be quite possible that you already own some of the pieces you need to create a brand new room makeover, and it may be a great adventure shopping flea markets, estate sales, and auctions.
By going with an eclectic look you have the ability to mix and match pieces from different design periods and design styles and still achieve a very well thought out, cohesive and beautiful result. Imagination goes a long way when creating an eclectic space that seemed to have evolved over time. It does require a steady hand and some editing and restraint. Eclectic can easily head in the direction of “cluttered” if not carefully done. The key to achieving that cohesive, pulled-together look is by observing certain principles of design
- Scale – Basically, this refers to size, or grandness of the main pieces in the room. They should all have similar scale.
- Balance – Refers to how these pieces relate to each other. Balance should be a prime consideration when combining disparate items
- Color – Don’t go for pieces that are all red or all blue or all yellow, but instead, look for similar color schemes, a common color that runs through each style, or simply a common “temperature” — for instance, red and orange are warm, while blue and purple are cool.
The room shown below is an eclectic space with some ethnic or global influences, that is very relaxing. Take a look at the 6 tips that you can take away to inspire your own eclectic room makeover.
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Eclectic rooms are really never finished rooms. There’s always room for your next favorite piece.
Here are a couple other eclectic spaces for your viewing pleasure
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Photo: decorandyouhr.com
So if you want a space that speaks to your personality, and a perfect showcase of all your collections and favorite things, eclectic just might be the style for you. Could you see yourself in any of the spaces above? What is your favorite design style if eclectic doesn’t do it for you? Please leave me a comment below and let me know.
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