Choosing a specific style for your living room can be a hard decision, and sometimes you just can’t decide. But the good news is that you needn’t do that: you may go eclectics! Eclectic is a mix of many styles, a style that approves patterns and colors from different nature and adapts them in one attaining modern and dramatic appearance. In spite of this, eclectic doesn’t mean that anything goes here and there are some tips to do that right.
Pick A Unifying Color
One color should serve as a unifying one throughout your design, it especially important if you are crazily mixing colors or creating an unusual combo of various eras in décor – unit them at least with a color! Whether your go-to color is an olive green or off-white, consistently return to it while decorating for a cohesive look.
a bright eclectic living room with folksy rugs and blankets, potted greenery and blooms, lamps and bold artworks
a bright eclectic living space with a unique chandelier, a mustard velvet sofa, a boho rug, a floral fireplace wall
a colorful eclectic living area with a crazy gallery wall, velvet and leather furniture, an industrial coffee table
a colorful eclectic living room with a green statement wall with artworks, a boho rug, a mustard sofa and wicker touches
a colorful eclectic living room with open bookshelvesm bright printed textiles, neutral furniture and touches of mid-century modern
Mix Textures
Incorporating both rough and smooth textures adds interest to an interior, especially when you choose a simple color palette. While combining textures is key, there’s also room to use one texture at least three times in different spots throughout a home to maintain a cohesive look.
a light-filled eclectic living room with several geometric prints, a navy chair, potted greenery and artworks
a monochromatic eclectic living room with a vintage fireplace,a bookcase, a leather sofa and contemporary ottomans
a moody eclectic living area with a black ceiling, colorful pillows, velvet chairs and a brass chandelier
a moody eclectic living room with navy walls, black and green furniture, a bead chandelier and a vintage hearth
a moody eclectic living space with a teal sofa, a leather chair, colorful pillows, a crystal chandelier and a pallet coffee table
Practice Balance
Make it a goal to find balance in scale and symmetry. Similar lines create design harmony, even if the pieces are different styles, textures, or from different periods. Don’t sacrifice organization for diversity: as you determine the decor you’ll incorporate into your eclectic design, don’t forget that the room is meant to be lived in. Consider baskets, bookshelves, drinks trays, and card tables. These elements lend a cozy, lived-in atmosphere to your room.
a moody eclectic space with a statement artwork, a boho printed rug, lots of earthy pillows and metal hammered items
a moody yet bright eclectic living room with dakr walls, yellow curtains, printed pillows and a boho rug plus a vintage buffet
a muted color eclectic living room with printed curtains and shades, a printed blue sofa, wicker furniture and a printed rug
a super colorful eclectic living room with jewel tones, several prints, catchy gold touches and a sleek TV unit
a super colorful eclectic living space with a symmetric living room, a yellow sofa, lots of prints and a contemporary coffee table
Incorporate Negative Space
When it comes to an eclectic decorating style, know that your eye needs a place to rest. “Keep some spaces on shelves and tables empty, and consider the outline of an array of artwork for an interesting shape of the wall behind.
an eclectic light-filled livign room with graphite grey chairs, a faux animl skin, a statement artwork and a mustard velvet sofa
an eclectic living area with a folksy rug, a floor lamp, a rust-colored sofa and baskets for storage
an eclectic living room with a gallery wall, open shelves, light blue walls, vintage furniture and potted greenery
an eclectic living room with open box shelves, a crazy gallery wall, an emrald sof and a striped rug
an eclectic living room with terracotta touches, folksy and boho decorations and a unique gallery wall
an eclectic living space with a large gallery wall, a vintage mirror, velvet furniture of various colors
Create A Focal Point
Though eclectic style involves combining styles and periods through a wide variety of items, the curated look shouldn’t lack focus. Create your focal point with an eye-catching element — say, an accent wall, fireplace, or bold decorative item.
an eclectic living space with a purple sofa, printed rockers, a faux fireplace, a large boho rug and a vintage chandelier
an eclectic living space with jewel tone furniture, a striped rug, a gallery wall and a vintage cabinet
an eclectic space with a pallet coffee table, a neutral sofa unified with light blues and aqua shades
an eclectic space with folksy and boho textiles, a mid-century modern chandelier, a leather sofa and bright blue chairs