How To Find Your Design Style
What is your design style? This is typically one of the first questions we ask clients in our initial consultation to help us establish the design direction of the project and often clients feel unsure on how to answer. Determining your own design style can be overwhelming! Whether your browsing beautiful images in magazines or online, there are so many different interior design styles to choose from to create a space that reflects your own personal taste and style. And each style has its own distinctive furniture, décor, lighting, and accessories that give it that signature look. Many, if not most people will find they prefer a combination of several different styles so becoming familiar with some of the most popular styles will help you better understand what styles you lean towards. So, let’s get started and help you discover your own!
There are many popular interior design styles, ranging from modern to traditional, rustic to coastal. Here are some of the most popular interior design styles:
Modern: This style features clean lines, minimalist design, natural materials, a monochromatic color palette and natural light.
Rustic: This style features natural materials, such as wood and stone, with warm, earthy tones and vintage or handcrafted elements.
A BLEND OF RUSTIC AND MODERN STYLEDESIGNED BY: ANNE HEPFER
Industrial: This style is characterized by exposed brick, concrete floors, metal accents, and raw, unfinished elements.
Bohemian: This style features eclectic decor, vibrant colors, and a mix of vintage and new furniture.
Mid-Century Modern: This style features iconic furniture pieces from the 1950s and 1960s, with clean lines, simple forms, and organic shapes.
Traditional: This style is characterized by classic, elegant decor, with ornate details, rich colors, and luxurious materials.
Scandinavian: This style is characterized by simplicity, minimalism, and a focus on functionality, with light colors, natural materials, and cozy textures.
Coastal: This style features a light, airy feel with a focus on ocean-inspired colors, such as blue, green, and white, and natural materials like driftwood and seashells.
A BLEND OF COASTAL AND SCANDINAVIAN STYLE
DESIGN BY: CHANGO & CO. | PHOTOGRAPHY: SARAH ELLIOT
Transitional: This style is a mixture of both the traditional and modern styles featuring pieces from both design styles blended to create an update to classics with a cohesive, modern feel with ornate details that are toned down for a more modern effect.
Art Deco: This style features geometric patterns, bold colors, and luxury materials like brass and velvet, evoking the glamour of the 1920s and 1930s.
Modern Farmhouse: This style combines rustic elements like shiplap walls and barn doors with modern touches like sleek lighting fixtures and contemporary furniture.
MODERN FARMHOUSE STYLE
DESIGNED BY: LAUREN SMYTH DESIGN | STYLING & PHOTOGRAPHY: ANDI MARSHALL
Our overview of the more popular interior design styles gives you a place to start when looking to identify your own style. Once you’re familiar with the hallmarks of the various styles, you can begin the process of determining your interior design style by paying attention to which inspiration images and design elements catch your eye when looking through magazines, posts on Instagram or even when visiting hotels or homes of friends. You may also consider taking an online interactive style quiz. Through this explorative process, you will start to identify key elements of each style that resonates with you, giving you a roadmap to create a space that feels uniquely yours.
If you still need help trying to pull it all together, it’s a good idea to bring in a professional Interior Designer. They will help you bring all of your ideas to life in a wonderful way. And by having a good understanding of what your likes and dislikes are, you will be better equipped to make decisions when you are presented with options by the designer. Click here to schedule an Inquiry Call with us today.
