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Interior design styles

Updated: Dec 29, 2022


Interior design enhances the interior of a building to achieve an aesthetic environment. Interior design includes conceptual development, space planning, site inspections, programming, research, construction management, and execution of the design.


There are many styles of interior design. Let’s discuss some popular and important interior designs.


Nautical Interior Designing Style


The nautical style is an ancient style that adds coolness to the place. This style helps to merge the coastal lifestyle with your interior space by putting together the right elements that bring in the nautical feel to the space. Nautical in absolute technical terms means ships and seas.


Contemporary Interior Design style


Contemporary design refers to the present and famous designs. It is a preferred design style for trendsetters who are interested in updating their home décor to match the latest design trends. The key principles of Contemporary design Craftsmanship, Open floor plans, Simplicity & Space this minimalist approach to home décor highlight architectural elements of the contemporary home rather than the items in it.


Traditional interior designing Style


The traditional design originated in the 18th and 19th centuries. It is timeless and not trendy. Timeless pieces, Classic art, Antique furniture, Symmetry, Warm tones, Wood elements, Upholstered furniture, Ornate fireplaces, Decorative doors and Ceiling medallions are the key features of Traditional design.


Modern style of interior design


Modern design emerged in the early twentieth century. The modern style is simple, uncluttered, and clean-looking. This style maintains a certain balance between the decorations and furnishings. The key elements of Modern style are Environmentally-Friendly, Natural Materials and Elements, Open and Natural Lighting, Neutral Walls and Textures, Simple, Clean Lines, and Simplistic Furniture & Practicality and Functionality.


Industrial interior design style


The industrial style originated during the Industrial Revolution. Industrial style includes weathered wood, building systems, exposed brick, industrial lighting fixtures, and concrete. The characteristics of the Industrial style are a Neutral color palette, Embracing natural light, Highlighting architectural materials, Repurposed materials, Graphic lines, Bare light bulbs & Create cosines with natural textiles. This style of design has been a popular aesthetic in workspaces, malls, restaurants, and pubs and now, this kind of style is also finding space in homes.




Minimalist interior design style


Minimalist interior design is very similar to modern interior design and involves using the bare essentials to create a simple and uncluttered space. Minimalist furniture and accessories focus on functionality and practicality. Minimalist spaces are instantly recognizable for their crisp, clean, clutter-free, and monochromatic look.


Mediterranean Interior design style


Mediterranean homes are grounded in durable stonework. The key element of the Mediterranean style is Emphasis on indoor-outdoor living, Maximizing natural light and views of the outdoors, Arched windows and doors and interior arched casings, Airy, breezy interior spaces, Less-is-more styling, Exposed beams, natural stone walls, and tile or hardwood floors. The Mediterranean style is warm and homes opt for a neutral setting.


Mid-century modern interior design style


As you guessed, the mid-century modern style originated during the middle of the 20th century. This style has a retro feel and utilizes bright and bold pops of saturated colors. Mid-century modern chairs and bed frames are leggy and tapered. The lighting is cone-shaped. Woods are warm-toned. Mid-century modern spaces look and feel more lived-in than traditional modern homes.


Eclectic interior designing style


Eclectic style is a combination of different styles and creates a unique aesthetic. It originated in Paris during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Eclectic décor leads the way of different shapes & compositions. Eclectic style is characterized by a multitude of fabrics, patterns, and art items


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