More Is More Decor - A Handbook For Maximalists: Banish the beige, ditch the drab and throw the interiors rule book out of the window

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Combining family photos, kids' drawings, and professional paintings or prints creates an upbeat, energizing display. A contestant on Interior Design Masters, Siobhan showcased her eccentric, confident and truly unique style and has since followed up with a fun, quirky and helpful guide to all things maximalism. It sets the tone for the layering of antiques and fabrics, from Soane’s Jajim Stripe curtains to an antique cushion on the chair,’ she says. Says Matari: "Each room should include the unexpected and tell the story of our lives, our travels and childhood, or any moment that defines who we are and how we live.

Install a large-scale wallpaper or panels or hire a painter to create a stunning scene on your wall, then let it inspire the rest of your decorating choices. Cohesive maximalist decor requires repetition, which means using similar colors, patterns, and motifs throughout a room.Her bedroom boasts tons of bold style, but one of the highlights is the mixture of lush, luxurious textiles. In this Blessed Little Bungalow project, bedding in lush colors drawn from the artwork make the room look that much more intentional and curated. Cultivate a cohesive look by taking a couple of colors from the wallpaper and carrying them through to furnishings and accessories.

Discover ways to work elements of your wardrobe, hobbies and passions into your home décor, how to play with color and pattern, and where to source the best items! We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. White, of the University of British Columbia, says there's definitely an uptick in consumer interest in vintage items. For instance, you can add an animal print rug with tropical palm frond curtains or combine a modern abstract print with a Victorian floral pattern.This bookshelf wealth–style living room, with art and accessories sprinkled in throughout the books, is a stunning example of maximalist decorating. Lastly, consider layering different types of lighting to set a cozy ambiance in the living room, whilst further creating an eclectic look and feel: 'Maximalist spaces also benefit from layered lighting,' says Niko Rasides. Consider the layout of living room furniture, the arrangement of decor items, and the flow of colors to create a cohesive and inviting environment. Maximalism leans into big and bold decision making when it comes to color, pattern, texture, shape, and form,” Hopp tells AD. I like to think of decorative lighting in the same way as art,’ says Mark Holloway, owner of Holloways of Ludlow.

And you couldn't take your eyes off of the packaging for his new fragrance collection for Alessi, as you breathed in the delectable aromas. Fun shapes, intriguing animal prints, and multiple textures that play with light distinguish this style. This look is less about following rules, and more about having the freedom to experiment with decorating with items you love. Once you’re ready for even more, add a printed accent chair, like this cowprint accent chair or this French script accent chair .A great way to do this is by seamlessly carrying a print or color from the side walls up through the ceiling, which is exactly what interior designer Mandy Cheng did with this Trailing Orchid Wall Mural.