Sleep in Style: Trends in Bed Design for a Modern Bedroom
August 17, 2023
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Furniture does not exist in isolation; instead, its equation with other elements defines the interior decor of any space. Trends in wooden furniture design have evolved to include different styles, combinations, textures and colours. Furniture often acts as an anchor for a space. One should be aware of such configurations to enable congruent decor. Let’s look at this guide that talks about mixing and matching different shades and grains of wooden furniture, all in a singular space.
The thumb rule in styling solid wood furniture is to match its finish to the existing flooring. Matching the flooring with the same tone makes the interiors look harmonious. It also gives users a starting point for designing the rest of the space.
There are a few critical points to keep in mind, while matching new wooden furniture to the existing flooring. Generally, heavy and dark furniture complements walnut or deep brown floorings due to continuous tonality. Similarly, modern and minimal designs work better against light wooden flooring. Furthermore, a jarring contrast between furniture and flooring shades is preferable for a showroom setting, where furniture is meant to stand out rather than settle in as part of the overall scheme.
When selecting a shade of wood, it is vital to envision the interior design style and commit to it. There are different traits associated with the varying shades of wood. For example, lighter wood tones such as Ash or White Oak are preferred when designing the space in a minimalist or modern Scandinavian aesthetic. The furniture’s sleek and clean lines are noticeable and appreciated when placed on a lighter background.
Teak is a universal wooden furniture colour that can gel well with any regional style. Being the safest bet, we see Natural Teak finishes in most homes. Moreover, darker wood stains like Walnut are imposing and dominant in any space. These can therefore be implemented as accent pieces or as furniture items in rooms with the luxury of height and volume.
Another tip is the art of mixing different finishes and grains of wood in a singular space. Most modern interiors have three to four varying shades of wood. In such a configuration, most shades complement the dominant one, and all fall within the same temperature range.
Moreover, it is vital to be wary of the overall room size, the colour of the walls, flooring and roof, the availability of natural light and artificial light, and the shading devices. These factors dramatically affect the overall visual and are paramount in deciding the finishes.
Creating a collection of different sizes and types of furniture takes careful consideration of the space available and a list of products required. The modern building applications help understand the scale of these elements, thus making their placement easier. Once the larger placeholders are set, the subsequent step is to ensure that the items in the space are proportional. For instance, check the size of the media unit in proportion to the TV, the coffee table to the sofa, etc.
Once you are aware of the relationship between furniture and the surrounding elements, it becomes easier to style the interior decor. Mixing and matching the furniture with flooring, interior style, and maintaining proportional scales are fool-proof ways to style your interiors!
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