Styles and types of home furnishing

Home furnishing styles

Today, there are many more home furnishing styles to draw inspiration from than in the past. This has been possible thanks to the juxtaposition of very different furnishing styles and the emergence of new, trendy artistic movements that have expanded the possibilities of choice in home decor, but also in architecture.

Tips for choosing the right furnishing style for your home

The wide variety of furnishing styles with which one can design one’s home has certainly increased the possibility of customising rooms according to one’s taste. However, given the variety of styles to choose from and the many different combinations available, today the choice can be really complicated. Here are some tips for finding the most suitable furnishing style to meet your functional and aesthetic needs.

Home furnishing styles: Nordic, for people who love the home

The Nordic style, also known as Scandinavian style, is characterised by a simple and cosy design. In fact, the furniture, characterised by straight lines and some soft curves, favours a functional and minimalist design for always tidy spaces. On the other hand, the colours, in neutral, soft and light tones, contribute to making the rooms brighter and more airy. Among the materials, natural and eco-friendly ones obviously predominate, such as linen, wool, cotton and wood, the latter often combined with metal, steel and iron elements. Welcome, for interior decoration, are plants. These generate clean air and promote a greater sense of balance. The Nordic style is an evergreen ideal for thoughtful people who love the quiet and intimacy of home. It is the perfect expression of pleasure and concern for healthy and sustainable living through the creation of a relaxed atmosphere.

The Industrial style for lovers of urban living

The Industrial style, ideal for large spaces, is characterised by light, both artificial and natural, coming through large windows, exposed brick walls, iron furnishings and hand-made objects. This evokes the industrial architecture of 1950s New York, and is the ideal style for those who love underground and grunge-chic atmospheres. In fact, materials such as iron, leather, wood, bricks and concrete are often untreated and sometimes can even be found already worn by time for a worn-looking home-decor detail. In any case, the furniture, sometimes even vintage, is robust and durable, and is set in a context characterised by exposed structural elements such as pipes and beams. Therefore, this style adopted by artists living in the Big Apple is perfect for modern and creative people who love the rhythm of urban life and are looking for a versatile elegant and timeless style.

Boho-Chic and Shabby-Chic: the styles for bohemians, nature lovers and free spirits

Both styles, Boho-Chic and Shabby-Chic, create contexts characterised by bold combinations of furnishings, such as furniture, furnishings and decorations, of different origins. In the first case, in the Bohemian-Chic style, precise references are made to nature, exotic settings and unlimited creativity free of rules. The result sings the praises of nature and simplicity, but is still accompanied by antique and ethnic decorative elements, such as tapestries, carpets, prints and cushions, which enhance the overall décor. The result is a relaxed atmosphere, but characterised by cheerful combinations of different textures and colours. Perfect for people who love simple things like art, nature and travel.

In contrast, Shabby-Chic is a style characterised by precise rules. In fact, for the desired shabby-chic effect to be chic, it is necessary to use finishes and furnishings in an unambiguous colour range of pastel shades, white, beige and grey. However, time-worn accessories and second-hand objects and pickled furniture are also welcome in this case.

Japandi: the style for those seeking balance and peace

Among home furnishing styles, Japandi is also increasingly popular among Italians. This represents a balanced mix of Nordic and Japanese styles. The result is an environment in which the Zen harmony of Japanese furnishings and the functionality of minimal Scandinavian furnishings coexist. In fact, there are minimal decorations and furnishings with simple lines, both curved and straight. The colours are light, neutral and pastel, but to emphasise the fusion they are combined with the dark woods, ceramic furnishings and ornamental plants of Japanese design. The perfect style for those who like to take refuge in their home to find a sense of peace and relaxation.

Home furnishing styles: Glam, for the unconventional and sophisticated

The Glam style, born from the combination of new modern trends with classic and industrial ones, is an extravagant style appreciated especially by young people. It stands at the antipodes of minimalist interiors and in an eclectic way is reminiscent of 1930s Hollywood, extravagant and glamorous. The result is an elegant and sophisticated décor in which upholstered furniture and designer furnishings stand out in various bright and saturated colours, such as the new Pantone colour of the year, Vivo Magenta, blue, silver, gold and black contrasting with neutral and light colours. No less important is the lighting. In addition to the main functionality, lamps are distinctive elements, preferably expensive, large and shaped. This is precisely what makes the Glam style perfect for people who wish to show off in an extravagant, cheerful and seductive manner.