Know the basic Decorating Styles Contemporary, Modern, Transitional, Traditional, Eclectic.
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Transcript of Know the basic Decorating Styles Contemporary, Modern, Transitional, Traditional, Eclectic.
Traditional Style Furnishings modeled
after 18th century England,
English, 19th century Neoclassical and French country.
Formal, rich Variety of textures,
shapes
Transitional Style Blend of traditional and
contemporary furniture finishes, materials and
fabrics are classic, timeless design.
Furniture lines are simple yet sophisticated, featuring either straight lines or rounded profiles.
Fabric is as diverse graphic patterns on overstuffed sofas and textured plush fabrics on sleek wood frames.
Transitional Furnishings Curves combine with
straight lines in a transitional style interior.
The scale of the pieces is moderate size- not too small or too large
A lack of ornamentation
and decoration keeps the focus on the simplicity and sophistication of the design.
Contemporary Style
*includes a range of styles developed after 1950’s.softened and rounded linesInteriors contain neutral elements and bold color, focus on the basics of line, shape and form.
Contemporary Furniture feature clean lines and
smooth surfaces without any carving or adornment.
light-colored woods such as maple and birch (which also have minimal graining),
frosted or clear glass, stainless steel, nickel and chrome.
MODERN design 20th century
furnishings Smooth surfaces. Low mass- clean lines. Use of glass, chrome,
metal Minimal to no window
treatments. Geometrical shapes
Eclectic Design a mix of elements,
more so than any other style, but pulled together with purpose.
Skill required to put together.***Use of design
principles necessary.