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Eclectic Style in the Interior: Harmony of Differences
26/01/2024

Eclectic style is a design approach that aims to create a unique and personal interior by combining elements from different times, cultures and styles. This style emphasizes creativity by freely combining different elements, free from limitations. In this article, we will examine what eclectic style is, how it is applied and its reflections in the interior.


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In architecture, art or design, this term is used to describe the combination of elements from various historical styles. Eclectic interiors are therefore a representation of different influences and aesthetics. Basically, it's about creating a harmonious harmony in your living space according to your personal interests, fueled by differences. If you're undecided about your favorite decorating style or don't like sterile looks where everything is too "harmonious", eclectic style can be a great way to decorate the space in your own unique and original way.

According to the dictionary definition, eclectic means to select and use what is considered to be the best elements of all systems. The same goes for eclectic interior design. It is a mix and match of different styles and elements for a uniquely unified look. But creating a harmonious aesthetic whole from the combination of differences is not as easy as it seems! In the following article, we give you 4 different tips to inspire you to reflect eclectic design in your living spaces.


1. Choosing a Color Palette


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A color palette can help connect different elements of the space. You can choose a few colors to repeat throughout your design scheme. You can repeat these colors on your furniture, carpet, throw pillows, side tables or lighting elements, especially if they come from different design schools.


2. Designing a Focus-Area


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Every piece of furniture and decoration can have a story, but it's the statement areas or objects that will add the perfect finishing touch to your room. Setting a focal point such as an accent wall, a gallery wall or a statement piece of furniture can help draw the eye to the desired location in your room. You can also use the style of this piece to guide the decorative choices made for the rest of your room. Think sculptures, vases, chandeliers, table lamps and floor lamps. To achieve the perfect eclectic decor scheme, you can choose one item and give it a special place in the room where it can stand on its own and take center stage.


3. Combining Different Patterns and Textures


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Due to the juxtaposition of elements from distant eras and cultures, eclectic interiors are often a combination of patterns, textures and materials. A Mediterranean acanthus ornament can be placed next to a Moroccan clover motif, or a Scottish plaid next to a French herringbone.

A similar principle applies to raw materials. Exotic woods can be combined with oak flooring, ash planks with bamboo blinds. Combining different materials can have a significant impact on the look and feel of a space. You can repeat the same mismatched patterns and textures throughout your room to help create a sense of visual harmony. Flooring can be an important spatial component to complete this whole. The unique patterns of the products in Dendro's Square Collection can create eye-catching and original results for an eclectic interior!

 

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4. Mixing Style Types


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Eclectic style is a conceptual approach that does not rigidly adhere to a set of assumptions, but draws on many ideas, trends and theories. Unlike some styles that are directly tied to what trends require, the eclectic look does not have too many requirements. It is characterized by variety and unpredictability. Eclectic style involves combining pieces from different eras and styles.

Eclectic styles are perfect for showcasing different furniture and unique artisan pieces that have meaning for you. It's not only about combining the old with the new, but also about bringing together furniture and decorative components from different continents and cultures. In an eclectic living room, a Finnish chair by Eero Saarinen can be placed next to an antique wardrobe from China. In this aesthetic, the juxtaposition of furniture and accessories from distant eras is a welcome phenomenon, as it allows for the creation of a bold and unusual interior.

Eclectic style, often called mixed style, is about creating non-obvious combinations while experimenting with new forms of expression. It's a fun way to create an interior that is unconventional, idiosyncratic but at the same time coherent and chaos-free.

 

References

https://blog.balticwood.pl/styl-eklektyczny-aranzacje-salonu-i-sypialni/

https://www.decorilla.com/online-decorating/eclectic-interior-design-tips/

https://www.masterclass.com/articles/eclectic-style-guide

 

 

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