People often find themselves in a decorating dilemma when they have acquired different types of home décor over the years. Sometimes it’s a matter of your interests changing, moving from one home to the next, or perhaps inheriting a collection of items from another family member. People who like to travel may also acquire a hodgepodge of different collectibles based on where they have visited. In any case, you end up with a mixed assortment of décor and treasures. So how do you display a mixture of styles and themed décor without turning your home into a flea market?
Unity is the key to successful eclectic decorating.
The mixing of different decorating styles and themes is known as eclectic decorating. This type of decorating can be creative, unique and interesting. However, being eclectic doesn’t necessarily mean you can throw anything together at random. A savvy eclectic decorator brings a successful design scheme together through unity.
In order to have a unified eclectic decorating scheme, it helps to understand the basic principles of design. These five design principles will help you achieve a cohesive look in an eclectic style home.
Follow the basic principles of design.
Creating unity in an eclectic design scheme.
Here are a few simple examples of how to use the basic principles of design to create unity in your eclectic design scheme.
You don’t need to have a defined theme to create a great design scheme in your home. Just use some of these techniques and let your passion be your guide.
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