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Different Design Themes on a Budget
Designing a new house
can be difficult; especially if that is not your area of expertise.
There are several things to consider before finalizing a design
layout. In the process of design implementation, there will be many
revisions and modifications before the desired outcome is achieved.
Professionals in this
area – interior designers and architects – have studied different
techniques that can be applied when designing a particular type of
structure or area. They can provide good advice concerning a
particular theme or layout that you desire for your home.
Some of these design themes are the following:
1. Contemporary. This particular design theme is characterized by
its smooth, curved shapes and lines that were popular during the
20’s and 30’s. Contemporary styles are usually associated with a
touch of sophistication: usually take classical forms and reworking
them to the point of minimalism and nearly absolute reduction. Doors
of contemporary style reflect functionalism with the absence of
applied ornamentation.
2. Cottage Style. This design theme is known for its vintage look
and casual, romantic feel. Technically, cottage style is not really
a style because it is actually a type of place in which to live; but
cottage furnishings have become popular resulting in the birth of
the cottage style.
Cottage style furniture is often recycled, collected from family
members or purchased at flea markets. As long as the effect is
charming and comfortable, any furniture can fit the style. Cottage
decors are usually pieces of furniture adapted from one use to
another; for example, a bench may serve as a coffee table etc.
Floors are often wood and usually informal and imperfect. Windows
should appear airy and light.
Instead of using heavy drapes, lace would be a good option for a
cottage style window. The windows may even be left bare if privacy
is not really needed.
3. Modern Eclectic. Eclectic style is a combination of items from a
different variety of periods, styles and sources brought together
through the use of color, shape, texture and finish. This style has
continued to increase its popularity because people maintain their
freedom to choose depending on their taste.
In eclectic style, the palette of colors can vary, but staying with
the more neutral ones is easier to tie all the elements together.
When choosing furniture, take into account the finishes, materials
and lines of the pieces being combined and look for ways to make
them blend; whether it is with paint, fabric, or finish.
An eclectic look means that a multitude of fabrics that can be
patterned or textured, or both. Start by using a neutral background,
then add colored and textured solids to attain your chosen scheme.
4. Southwest Style. This style is popular throughout the United
States, particularly in Arizona and New Mexico. Straight lines and
square shapes define sturdy and primitively crafted elements of the
style.
Abstract geometrical patterns are evident, as well as the influence
of Aztec and Mayan patterns. Terra cotta decorations, woven motifs,
and leather furnishings are common elements of the southwest style.
Door styles of this theme commonly use recessed panels with simple
edge detail.
Some of these themes may sound a bit expensive; but there are always
alternatives that used to minimize the expenses, yet still have the
same effect.
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