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Deciding on Home Décor

Author: HillOfBeans
05.05.09
Deciding on Home Décor

When it comes to decorating the home, there are thousands of different options in terms of paint, furniture, and accessories, and it can seem a little overwhelming.  When decorating, it’s important to have a theme in mind for the space.  You might apply a theme to the entire home, or just to one specific room, but having a theme in mind will help to select the right home décor.  Some of the most common themes include rustic, classic, and Asian.  Rustic home décor includes soft earth tones for the paint, as well as rustic Southwestern style furniture and accessories.  The classic look is one of refinement; including rich wood, plush leather, and colors like dark blue, black, and crimson.  Asian home décor is becoming more popular in the West, with wooden screen doors, tatami mats, and accessories ranging from dragons to wall scrolls featuring Chinese characters. 

Once you’ve selected a theme for the home décor in a room, finding the right pieces to complete the motif becomes much easier.  Don’t be afraid to use your imagination, the more there is of you in the room, the better!