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Your home style is as personal and unique to you as anything else. It's key to creating your ultimate space. Here's a quick guide to a few of the most popular home style types to help you find yours
Modern style hails from the 1930s and emphasizes on strong shapes, sharp lines, and minimalism. Smooth finishes and clean lines give a polished, simple look. Pieces can range from retro to asymetrical and geometric shapes. Though in the past modern tended to lean towards neutrals, you see a lot of bright colors worked now. Getting the look is easy as there are a lot of stores for modern style, especially online. Remember that the vibe is simple and clean. Sharp lines, unique shapes, etc. Don't be afraid to work in color. Photo: Tren Architecture
True traditional style is rooted in an 18th century vibe but today it can mean a space with rich fabrics, floral prints and relatively ornate furniture -- carvings, trim, etc. but not necessarily have the 18th century style. Color usually tends to forest green, peach, brass, tan and other tones within the same range. Spaces generally have a soft, cozy feel. To get traditional style, look for classic lines and pieces, simple textures and understated patterns like stripes or florals. Photo: Kathy Lange Homes
If you meshed traditional style with contemporary, you'd have what's known as transitional. It's a bit of a mix of old and new, current and classic, clean and complex -- but unlike true classic or contemporary it doesn't commit to any one element alone. It's notoriously common for active, busy lifestyles as its generally simple, yet comfortable. To get the look, mix the components mentioned above, keeping a relatively neutral palette and minimalist accessories. Photo: Tyid.tv
Color, comfort, texture and detail is what cottage style is all about. Pieces tend to be a mixed and matched but have soft and gracelful lines, distressed or weathered finishes, texture and pretty colors. Wicker, baskets, metals, and flowers are common. Prints can range but tend towards florals, stripes and check. Wood is usually white, light or painted, showing wear but not necessarily antique or rustic look. To get the look, play! But keep it pretty, cozy and soft. Photo: Home decor exchange
Eclectic home style is a bit of everythig goes. It brings together multiple periods and styles of decor into a single space for a quirky, often funky sort of look that is all its own. It's often seen using neutral tones but it is very popular today to do this look with bright, bold color. Virtually anything can work together -- in fact, it's the mix of variety that gives the look its charm. To get eclectic style, focus on all of the pieces, from furniture to decor. Photo: EyesGallery.com