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Cozy up to eclectic room decor – It’s here to stay for a while.
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Eclectic interior design is having a moment. According to Pinterest Predicts<\/a>, “Hipstoric” home design is the combination of old and new (or \u201cvintage\u201d with \u201cmodern\u201d) and it’s going to be everywhere you look \u2013 and for good reason. Not only does the juxtaposition instantly add interest and appeal, it also can be an easy way to incorporate hand-me-downs and other low- or no-cost items with style. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eclectic Design Tip\nOne: Keep Your Walls Neutral<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Let your color palette and furniture sing against a neutral wall.
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It can be very tempting to think that vintage eclectic interior design means that every\nvertical surface must be immediately covered in wallpaper. After all, what says \u201ceclectic style\u201d more than competing patterns and\ncolorways?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cap the Colors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sure, wallpaper can be a great way to give a room instant personality and life. (And with all the new peel and stick varieties on the market, it\u2019s never been easier to access or apply.) But when curating an eclectic interior on a whole, we find it best to use neutral paint or wallpaper as your backdrop. This allows your pieces to shine individually without competing for visibility. Additionally, it helps to coordinate and smooth what can read as uncontrolled and chaotic.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Embrace Neutrality<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A neutral backdrop also provides one of the\nkey elements of eclectic design: contrast.\nBy contrasting the look and texture of your neutral walls with more vibrant\nvintage and modern furniture and d\u00e9cor pieces, you\u2019ll create an appealing\ntension between the two. Think of mixing the glossy, slick surfaces of modern eclectic interior design with a subtly\ntextured neutral wallcovering, for instance. Or high-gloss white or gray\npainted walls with patterned and worn vintage furnishings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Think Art<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Neutral walls take inspiration from museums by\nproviding the optimal backdrop for a gallery wall\nor special piece of wall art. Your statement pieces (be they art, furniture or\ndecorative items) will really pop against a neutral background, ensuring they\nget the attention they so rightfully deserve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eclectic Design Tip\nTwo: Designate a Focal Point<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Create a focal point.
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Why does a room need a focal point? Good question. Whatever your interior design style, a focal point serves as the anchor to the room. This can be especially important when exploring how to best incorporate vintage or modern eclectic interior design into your home without creating an overwhelming experience for your visitors. It can be an oversized piece of furniture, an interesting light fixture, an eye-catching piece of art, or even the view out of a window. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finding Focus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To figure out what your focal point should be, consider the purpose of the room along with any built-in features that you want to keep. Will it be used for socializing, or will it be private? Does the room already have a key reason for being (like sleeping or working) or will it be multi-functional? Is there anything that already exists in the room (like a bay window or fireplace) that can be immediately focused on, or does something need to be added? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you understand the purpose and parameters\nof your room, determine a focal point and then use that to inform decisions\nabout furniture, decor and artwork placement. Upgrade or adjust your lighting\nto draw even more attention to the focal point. You can also further highlight\nthe area of focus with a boldly colored or patterned wall, plants and other\nfeatures of biophilic design<\/a>, floor lamps,\nor even a vignette of decorative objects centered around it. If your focal\npoint combines a mix of colors, you can reflect its importance by using those\nsame hues in your overall design scheme. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eclectic Design Tip\nThree: Focus on Two Time Periods<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mixing decor from two time periods is a sure way to add interest.
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The key to eclectic\ndesign is combining old with new. However, you definitely don\u2019t want to mix and match between every time period and\ndesign style there is. To keep the look in check, pick two time periods or\ndesign styles to drive your choices. Think mid-century\nmodern and Victorian. Or pre-war and art deco. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pick a Palette<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Whatever time periods you choose, bear in mind\nthe old saying \u201copposites attract\u201d for it is especially true when it comes to\nboth modern and vintage eclectic interior design.\nYou can soften the contrast by identifying and working from a core palette of various colors or even multiple\nshades of the same color. By sticking to the same palette, you create a unified\ndesign foundation pleasing to all the senses. And it is this unified design\nfoundation that gives you the jumping off point to take risks with your\nfurniture and d\u00e9cor in your bedroom, dining room,\nliving room \u2013 or even your whole house!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Eclectic Design Tip\nFour: Mix Patterns<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you take our advice and incorporate neutral walls and a unified color palette into your design, you can mix patterns to your hearts content. While mixing patterns is key to eclectic interior design of any and all eras<\/a>, it can be particularly effective if you\u2019re trying to create an antique room aesthetic as many bygone ages relied on patterns to enchant and entertain the eye. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pattern Play<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you decide to try mixing patterns in your eclectic home decor, always aim for at least three\nin a room. You can also play with pattern size or variety for a fun option \u2013\nlike three different plaids or small, midsized and giant florals. Also try to\nmatch color hues and intensity. Don\u2019t mix pale pastels with rich jewel-tones,\nfor instance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of our favorite mix\nand match pattern ideas for an eclectic\nliving room include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n