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The Ultimate Guide to
INTERIOR DESIGN STYLES

Explore 18 Popular Interior Design Styles Through
Three Easy-to-Understand Style Families

Interior Design Styles, Simplified

If you’ve ever tried to figure out your interior design style and ended up more confused than when you started, you’re not alone. Traditional. Transitional. Contemporary. Organic Modern. Scandinavian. Japandi. With so many interior design styles—and so much overlap between them—it can be difficult to know where you fit.
 

Think of interior design style as a spectrum rather than a set of rigid categories. Most homes—and most homeowners—are influenced by more than one style.

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Start with the style family that feels closest to you. Then explore the individual styles within it. Pay attention to the rooms, furniture shapes, colors, materials and details you consistently respond to.

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You may find yourself firmly within one style—or somewhere beautifully in between.

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That’s why we created the Happy Place Style Spectrum™,
a simpler way to understand the most popular interior design styles and how they relate to one another.
 

Rather than asking you to choose from a long list of design labels, we start with three broad style directions. 

COLLECTED + CLASSIC
Layered, character-filled, timeless and expressive

RELAXED + NATURAL
Warm, comfortable, textural and approachable

CLEAN + MODERN
Streamlined, intentional, architectural and edited

From there, you can explore the individual styles within each group and begin noticing the differences and nuances between them.

You might discover that you love Traditional interiors but prefer the fresher feeling of New Traditional. Maybe you’re drawn to California Casual but want some of the simplicity of Organic Modern. Or perhaps you love Scandinavian design but want the deeper, quieter feel of Japandi.

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The goal is give you a vocabulary for understanding what you’re drawn to and why.
This makes shopping and decorating much easier and more fun!

How to use this Interior Design Style Guide

You don’t need to choose a style before you start reading. Instead, browse each design style and notice where you naturally linger.


Look for three things:
 

  1. The overall feeling: Is the room calm, polished, cozy, collected, airy, dramatic or casual?
     

  2. The repeating elements: Notice wood tones, furniture shapes, metals, fabrics, colors and patterns.
     

  3. What you would actually live with: Loving a photograph and wanting to live in that room every day aren’t always the same thing. Save the styles and individual elements you respond to most. You may discover that your ideal home is not one specific decorating style at all, but your own combination of two or three.​

Interior Design Styles at a Glance

CLASSIC + COLLECTED

  • Maximalist Interior Design

  • English Cottage Interior Design

  • Traditional Interior Design

  • New Traditional Interior Design

  • ​Transitional Interior Design​

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RELAXED + NATURAL

  • Eclectic Interior Design

  • Bohemian / Boho Interior Design

  • Organic Modern Interior Design​

  • Modern Farmhouse Interior Design

  • California Casual Interior Design

  • Coastal Interior Design​
     

CLEAN + MODERN

  • Contemporary Interior Design

  • Modern Interior Design

  • Industrial Interior Design

  • Midcentury Modern Interior Design

  • Scandinavian Interior Design

  • Japandi Interior Design

CLASSIC + COLLECTED  

Layered. Storied. Timeless. Full of character.
Collected + Classic interiors tend to embrace history, pattern, architectural detail and furnishings that feel gathered. Some are formal and refined; others are colorful and wonderfully imperfect.

Maximalist   |   Eclectic   |   English Cottage   |   Traditional   |   New Traditional   |   Transitional

 

As you move through this group, notice how the look gradually shifts from highly layered and expressive toward cleaner, more updated interpretations of classic design.

Maximalist

Maximalist design celebrates color, pattern, art, collections, and visual abundance. Unlike clutter, successful maximalism is intentional: repeating colors, patterns, themes, or shapes create cohesion within highly layered spaces. Recent interiors continue to embrace expressive pattern and personality-driven rooms.

Key Characteristics

  • Bold color

  • Pattern mixing

  • Wallpaper

  • Gallery walls

  • Large artwork

  • Collected objects

  • Layered textiles

  • Statement lighting

  • Books and accessories

  • Decorative trim

  • Unexpected combinations

  • Vintage furnishings

  • Strong personality

  • Little unused visual space

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Common Color Palette

  • Nearly anything can work, but Maximalist rooms usually repeat several dominant colors throughout the space.

  • Jewel Tones

  • Emerald

  • Cobalt

  • Burgundy

  • Mustard

  • Magenta

  • Terracotta

  • Deep Green

  • Black accents

Common Materials

  • Velvet

  • Silk

  • Linen

  • Wood

  • Marble

  • Brass

  • Lacquer

  • Wallpaper

  • Decorative tile

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Signature Finishes

  • Brass

  • Lacquer

  • High gloss paint

  • Decorative wallpaper

  • Mixed metals

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Typical Flooring

  • Hardwood

  • Patterned tile

  • Colorful rugs

  • Vintage rugs

  • Layered rugs

Where to Shop

  • Anthropologie

  • Chairish

  • Etsy

  • Jonathan Adler

  • CB2

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Best For

Homeowners who love color, pattern, art, collections, and expressive interiors and believe more can absolutely be more.

English Cottage

English Cottage design is cozy, layered, charming, and intentionally imperfect. It draws on traditional English country homes and combines floral or patterned fabrics, antiques, warm wood, comfortable upholstery, books, art, and collected objects. The overall feeling is welcoming and evolved rather than perfectly coordinated. Elevated versions of English cottage remain especially visible in current design.

Key Characteristics

  • Collected furnishings

  • Antiques

  • Floral patterns

  • Checks and stripes

  • Skirted furniture

  • Comfortable upholstery

  • Books

  • Gallery walls

  • Patterned wallpaper

  • Painted cabinetry

  • Warm wood

  • Traditional lamps

  • Pleated lampshades

  • Mixed patterns

  • Layered accessories

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Common Color Palette

  • Cream

  • Butter Yellow

  • Sage

  • Olive

  • Dusty Blue

  • Burgundy

  • Brick Red

  • Brown

  • Muted Pink

Common Materials

  • Oak

  • Pine

  • Linen

  • Cotton

  • Velvet

  • Wool

  • Ceramic

  • Brass

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Signature Finishes

  • Antique brass

  • Aged wood

  • Painted furniture

  • unlacquered brass

  • Vintage ceramics

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Typical Flooring

  • Hardwood

  • Brick

  • Limestone

  • Patterned rugs

  • Vintage rugs

Where to Shop

  • Chairish

  • Etsy

  • Anthropologie

  • Ballard Designs

  • Schoolhouse

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Best For

Homeowners who love cozy, collected homes filled with books, artwork, pattern, vintage pieces, and a sense of history.

TRADITIONAL Design Style

Traditional design is timeless, elegant, and rooted in classic European influences. These spaces emphasize rich materials, ornate furnishings, and architectural details that create a warm, sophisticated home. Traditional interiors feel established and collected rather than trendy, making them an excellent choice for homeowners who appreciate enduring beauty and craftsmanship.

Key Characteristics

  • Symmetrical room layouts

  • Curved furniture silhouettes

  • Wingback chairs

  • Rolled-arm sofas

  • Nailhead trim

  • Crown molding

  • Wainscoting and panel molding

  • Dark stained woods

  • Traditional fireplaces

  • Crystal chandeliers

  • Ornate mirrors

  • Layered window treatments

  • Persian or Oriental rugs

  • Antique and heirloom pieces

  • Brass and bronze finishes
     

Common Color Palette

  • Warm White

  • Cream

  • Ivory

  • Taupe

  • Camel

  • Chocolate Brown

  • Forest Green

  • Navy

  • Burgundy

  • Gold accents

Common Materials

  • Mahogany

  • Cherry

  • Walnut

  • Marble

  • Leather

  • Velvet

  • Linen

  • Silk
     

Signature Finishes

  • Antique brass

  • Oil-rubbed bronze

  • Polished nickel

  • Crystal

  • Dark stained wood
     

Typical Flooring

  • Hardwood

  • Herringbone wood floors

  • Marble tile

  • Traditional patterned rugs

Where to Shop

Best For

Homeowners who love timeless elegance, classic architecture, beautiful craftsmanship, and furnishings that never go out of style.

New Traditional

New Traditional takes classic design principles and updates them for the way people live today. Traditional furniture, antiques, millwork, patterns, and architectural details are mixed with cleaner silhouettes, fresh colors, contemporary art, and more relaxed styling. The renewed interest in mixing eras and preserving character makes this especially useful as a current client-facing category.

Key Characteristics

  • Classic furniture shapes

  • Antiques mixed with new pieces

  • Millwork and molding

  • Patterned textiles

  • Traditional architecture

  • Contemporary artwork

  • Updated lighting

  • Collected décor

  • Rich wood tones

  • Comfortable upholstery

  • Mix of straight and curved lines

  • Layered rooms

  • Less symmetry than classic Traditional

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Common Color Palette

  • Cream

  • Warm White

  • Camel

  • Chocolate Brown

  • Olive

  • Burgundy

  • Dusty Blue

  • Navy

  • Ochre

  • Soft Black

Common Materials

  • Walnut

  • Mahogany

  • Oak

  • Linen

  • Velvet

  • Leather

  • Marble

  • Wool

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Signature Finishes

  • Antique brass

  • Polished nickel

  • Dark wood

  • Aged bronze

  • Marble

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Typical Flooring

  • Hardwood

  • Herringbone wood

  • Checkerboard tile

  • Vintage rugs

  • Traditional patterned rugs

Where to Shop

  • Pottery Barn

  • Ballard Designs

  • Anthropologie

  • Chairish

  • Rejuvenation

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Best For

Homeowners who appreciate classic design and antiques but want their home to feel fresh, current, personal, and less formal than traditional interiors.

TRANSITIONAL

Transitional design beautifully blends the warmth and familiarity of traditional interiors with the simplicity and clean lines of modern design. It’s one of today’s most popular styles because it feels sophisticated without being formal and modern without feeling cold. Transitional homes are inviting, balanced, and effortlessly livable.

Key Characteristics

  • Comfortable upholstered furniture

  • Clean lines

  • Soft curves

  • Neutral color palette

  • Minimal ornamentation

  • Layered textures

  • Simple window treatments

  • Mixed metals

  • Balanced proportions

  • Statement lighting

  • Large area rugs

  • Natural wood accents

  • Classic shapes with updated details
     

Common Color Palette

  • White

  • Warm White

  • Greige

  • Taupe

  • Warm Gray

  • Soft Black

  • Sage Green

  • Dusty Blue

  • Charcoal accents

Common Materials

  • Oak

  • Linen

  • Cotton

  • Marble

  • Leather

  • Wool

  • Glass
     

Signature Finishes

  • Brushed brass

  • Matte black

  • Polished nickel

  • Warm wood tones
     

Typical Flooring

  • Wide plank white oak

  • Light stained hardwood

  • Neutral textured rugs

  • Natural stone

Where to Shop

  • Pottery Barn

  • Maiden Home

  • Arhaus

  • Crate & Barrel

  • RH (Restoration Hardware)
     

Best For

Homeowners who want timeless interiors that feel fresh, comfortable, elegant, and family-friendly.

RELAXED + NATURAL 

Warm. Comfortable. Textural. Easy to live with.

Relaxed + Natural interiors prioritize comfort, natural materials, casual furnishings and an effortless feeling. Wood, linen, woven fibers, greenery and earthy colors often play an important role, but each style interprets that relaxed approach differently.

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Modern Farmhouse   |   Coastal   |   California Casual   |   Boho

These styles range from familiar and rustic to breezy, earthy and globally influenced,
but all share a sense of comfort and approachability.

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Eclectic

Eclectic design intentionally combines furniture, art, colors, periods, and influences from multiple styles. Done well, it feels curated rather than random. A consistent color story, proportion, repetition, or material helps connect pieces that might otherwise seem unrelated. Current design coverage increasingly embraces this kind of layered, collected approach.

Key Characteristics

  • Mix of design periods

  • Vintage and new furniture

  • Unexpected combinations

  • Statement artwork

  • Pattern mixing

  • Interesting color combinations

  • Collected objects

  • Sculptural lighting

  • Personal collections

  • One-of-a-kind pieces

  • Mixed materials

  • Varied furniture silhouettes

  • Strong personality

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Common Color Palette

  • There is no single Eclectic palette, but successful rooms often establish a few repeating colors to create cohesion.

  • Warm White

  • Jewel Tones

  • Earth Tones

  • Deep Green

  • Navy

  • Burgundy

  • Ochre

  • Rust

  • Unexpected accent colors

Common Materials

  • Wood

  • Marble

  • Velvet

  • Linen

  • Leather

  • Brass

  • Glass

  • Ceramics

  • Vintage textiles

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Signature Finishes

  • Mixed metals

  • Vintage brass

  • Natural woods

  • Painted furniture

  • Antique finishes

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Typical Flooring

  • Hardwood

  • Patterned tile

  • Vintage rugs

  • Layered rugs

Where to Shop

  • Anthropologie

  • Chairish

  • Etsy

  • CB2

  • Lulu and Georgia

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Best For

Homeowners who resist fitting into a single design category and want their home to reflect their personality, history, travels, collections, and favorite pieces.

Bohemian / Boho

Bohemian design is relaxed, expressive, layered, and highly personal. It mixes global influences, vintage finds, natural materials, textiles, plants, color, and handcrafted objects. Rather than following strict design rules, Boho spaces feel collected over time and celebrate individuality.

Key Characteristics

  • Layered textiles

  • Global influences

  • Vintage pieces

  • Handmade décor

  • Lots of plants

  • Woven materials

  • Pattern mixing

  • Casual furniture

  • Floor cushions and poufs

  • Macramé and fiber art

  • Collected accessories

  • Natural textures

  • Mixed furniture styles

  • Personal objects

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Common Color Palette

  • Cream

  • Terracotta

  • Rust

  • Mustard

  • Olive

  • Dusty Rose

  • Indigo

  • Camel

  • Warm Brown

Common Materials

  • Rattan

  • Cane

  • Jute

  • Linen

  • Cotton

  • Leather

  • Wood

  • Clay

  • Woven fibers

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Signature Finishes

  • Natural wood

  • Aged brass

  • Woven finishes

  • Handmade pottery

  • Vintage metals

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Typical Flooring

  • Hardwood

  • Terracotta tile

  • Jute rugs

  • Vintage Persian-style rugs

  • Layered area rugs

Where to Shop

  • Anthropologie

  • World Market

  • Lulu and Georgia

  • Urban Outfitters Home

  • Etsy

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Best For

Homeowners who love color, texture, plants, travel-inspired pieces, vintage finds, and homes that feel relaxed, creative, and deeply personal.

Organic Modern

Organic Modern design combines the clean lines and simplicity of modern interiors with earthy textures, natural materials, and softer organic forms. The look is refined but relaxed, using texture and material variation rather than lots of color or decoration to create visual interest.

Key Characteristics

  • Clean architectural lines

  • Organic furniture shapes

  • Curved silhouettes

  • Neutral palettes

  • Natural materials

  • Textural layering

  • Oversized greenery

  • Sculptural décor

  • Minimal accessories

  • Large-scale furniture

  • Simple window treatments

  • Handmade details

  • Indoor-outdoor connection

  • Warm, uncluttered spaces

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Common Color Palette

  • Warm White

  • Cream

  • Sand

  • Beige

  • Taupe

  • Mushroom

  • Caramel

  • Warm Brown

  • Olive

  • Black accents

Common Materials

  • White oak

  • Travertine

  • Limestone

  • Marble

  • Linen

  • Bouclé

  • Wool

  • Leather

  • Plaster

  • Clay

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Signature Finishes

  • White oak

  • Honed stone

  • Plaster

  • Aged brass

  • Matte black

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Typical Flooring

  • Wide plank white oak

  • Natural stone

  • Limestone

  • Textured wool rugs

Where to Shop

  • Arhaus

  • Lulu and Georgia

  • Jenni Kayne Home

  • McGee & Co.

  • Article

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Best For

Homeowners who love modern simplicity but want their home to feel warmer, softer, more natural, and connected to the outdoors.

California Casual

California Casual combines modern simplicity with relaxed, comfortable furnishings and organic materials. It shares characteristics with Organic Modern and Coastal design but typically feels warmer, more approachable, and less pristine. The style centers on effortless layering, natural texture, and an indoor-outdoor sensibility.

Key Characteristics

  • Relaxed upholstered furniture

  • Oversized sofas

  • Warm neutrals

  • Natural materials

  • Indoor-outdoor connection

  • Textural layering

  • Light wood

  • Casual styling

  • Vintage accents

  • Simple architecture

  • Organic shapes

  • Large-scale greenery

  • Minimal but warm décor

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Common Color Palette

  • Warm White

  • Cream

  • Sand

  • Camel

  • Taupe

  • Terracotta

  • Olive

  • Warm Brown

  • Faded Black

Common Materials

  • White oak

  • Linen

  • Cotton

  • Leather

  • Rattan

  • Jute

  • Travertine

  • Plaster

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Signature Finishes

  • White oak

  • Aged brass

  • Plaster

  • Matte black

  • Natural stone

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Typical Flooring

  • Wide plank oak

  • Natural stone

  • Terracotta

  • Jute rugs

  • Vintage rugs

Where to Shop

  • Jenni Kayne Home

  • Lulu and Georgia

  • McGee & Co.

  • Amber Interiors

  • Arhaus

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Best For

Homeowners who like Organic Modern but want something more relaxed, layered, comfortable, and lived-in.

Modern Farmhouse

Modern Farmhouse combines the comfortable, approachable qualities of traditional farmhouse design with cleaner lines and more contemporary finishes. Today’s version is less about overtly rustic signs and distressed décor and more about natural wood, classic architectural details, relaxed furnishings, and comfortable everyday living. Modern farmhouse continues to be recognized as a major residential style category.

Key Characteristics

  • Comfortable furniture

  • Simple silhouettes

  • Natural wood

  • Shaker-style cabinetry

  • Apron-front sinks

  • Exposed beams

  • Board and batten

  • Simple millwork

  • Large dining tables

  • Mixed old and new pieces

  • Woven textures

  • Vintage accents

  • Practical storage

  • Casual styling

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Common Color Palette

  • Warm White

  • Cream

  • Greige

  • Taupe

  • Natural Wood

  • Sage

  • Olive

  • Charcoal

  • Soft Black

Common Materials

  • Oak

  • Pine

  • Reclaimed wood

  • Linen

  • Cotton

  • Leather

  • Soapstone

  • Marble

  • Iron

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Signature Finishes

  • Aged brass

  • Matte black

  • Antique bronze

  • Natural wood

  • Painted cabinetry

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Typical Flooring

  • Wide plank hardwood

  • Natural oak

  • Brick

  • Stone

  • Vintage-inspired rugs

Where to Shop

  • McGee & Co.

  • Magnolia

  • Pottery Barn

  • Rejuvenation

  • Arhaus

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Best For

Homeowners who want a comfortable, casual home with classic details, natural materials, and a relaxed sense of warmth.

Coastal

Coastal design takes inspiration from relaxed waterside living without needing to feel themed or nautical. Modern Coastal interiors emphasize light, natural materials, breezy textiles, comfortable furnishings, and colors inspired by sand, sky, water, and surrounding landscapes.

Key Characteristics

  • Light and airy spaces

  • Comfortable furniture

  • Natural fibers

  • Linen upholstery

  • Woven accents

  • Pale wood

  • Large windows

  • Simple window treatments

  • Relaxed silhouettes

  • Subtle coastal references

  • Soft blue accents

  • Natural textures

  • Casual elegance

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Common Color Palette

  • White

  • Warm White

  • Cream

  • Sand

  • Pale Blue

  • Dusty Blue

  • Navy

  • Sea Glass Green

  • Natural Wood

Common Materials

  • Oak

  • Rattan

  • Cane

  • Jute

  • Linen

  • Cotton

  • Seagrass

  • Stone

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Signature Finishes

  • Pale wood

  • Whitewashed wood

  • Brushed nickel

  • Aged brass

  • Woven finishes

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Typical Flooring

  • Light hardwood

  • White oak

  • Natural stone

  • Jute rugs

  • Sisal rugs

Where to Shop

  • Serena & Lily

  • Pottery Barn

  • Ballard Designs

  • Crate & Barrel

  • McGee & Co.

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Best For

Homeowners who want a light, relaxed, comfortable home inspired by waterfront living without obvious nautical themes.

CLEAN + MODERN 

Intentional. Streamlined. Architectural. Calm.

Clean + Modern interiors favor strong silhouettes, purposeful furniture, uncluttered spaces and thoughtful use of materials. Some feel colorful and retro; others are sophisticated, organic or highly minimal.

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Midcentury Modern |   Industrial   |   Modern |   Contemporary |   Organic Modern |   Scandinavian |   Japandi

 

As you move through this group, you’ll see modern design become progressively softer,
more natural, ultimately arriving at the quiet simplicity of Japandi.

Midcentury Modern

Midcentury Modern design grew out of the postwar design movement of the 1940s through 1960s and remains highly influential today. It combines clean lines, organic shapes, functional furniture, and warm natural woods. These interiors feel streamlined but not stark, with iconic furniture silhouettes and a strong connection between form and function.

Key Characteristics

  • Clean, simple lines

  • Low-profile furniture

  • Tapered and splayed legs

  • Sculptural furniture shapes

  • Minimal ornamentation

  • Functional design

  • Open floor plans

  • Large windows

  • Geometric patterns

  • Statement lighting

  • Wood-forward furniture

  • Simple cabinetry

  • Occasional bold color

  • Vintage-inspired pieces

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Common Color Palette

  • Warm White

  • Walnut Brown

  • Camel

  • Olive Green

  • Mustard

  • Burnt Orange

  • Teal

  • Navy

  • Cream

  • Black accents

Common Materials

  • Walnut

  • Teak

  • Oak

  • Leather

  • Wool

  • Glass

  • Chrome

  • Molded plastic

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Signature Finishes

  • Walnut

  • Teak

  • Brass

  • Chrome

  • Matte black

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Typical Flooring

  • Hardwood

  • Terrazzo

  • Cork

  • Simple wool rugs

  • Geometric area rugs

Where to Shop

  • West Elm

  • Room & Board

  • Article

  • Design Within Reach

  • Joybird

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Best For

Homeowners who appreciate vintage-inspired design, clean lines, warm wood, interesting furniture shapes, and spaces that feel stylish without excessive decoration.

Industrial

Industrial design takes inspiration from warehouses, lofts, factories, and utilitarian architecture. Materials that are typically concealed—brick, steel, concrete, ductwork, and structural elements—become part of the design. Furniture tends to be simple and substantial, balancing raw materials with warm wood and leather.

Key Characteristics

  • Exposed brick

  • Black metal

  • Concrete

  • Open ceilings

  • Exposed ductwork

  • Large windows

  • Simple furniture

  • Utilitarian lighting

  • Open shelving

  • Reclaimed wood

  • Leather furniture

  • Factory-inspired pieces

  • Minimal decoration

  • Large open spaces

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Common Color Palette

  • Black

  • Charcoal

  • Concrete Gray

  • Warm White

  • Cognac

  • Brown

  • Rust

  • Olive

  • Natural Wood

Common Materials

  • Steel

  • Iron

  • Concrete

  • Brick

  • Reclaimed wood

  • Leather

  • Glass

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Signature Finishes

  • Matte black

  • Raw steel

  • Aged iron

  • Reclaimed wood

  • Concrete

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Typical Flooring

  • Concrete

  • Hardwood

  • Reclaimed wood

  • Large-format tile

  • Simple wool rugs

Where to Shop

  • RH

  • West Elm

  • Room & Board

  • Rejuvenation

  • CB2

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Best For

Homeowners who appreciate architecture, raw materials, loft-inspired spaces, strong furniture silhouettes, and a slightly edgy urban aesthetic.

MODERN 

Modern design embraces the philosophy that less is more. Originating in the early twentieth century, Modern interiors prioritize functionality, simplicity, and intentional design. Every piece has a purpose, creating calm, uncluttered spaces filled with natural light and beautiful materials.

Key Characteristics

  • Straight lines

  • Minimal decoration

  • Flat-panel cabinetry

  • Functional furniture

  • Open floor plans

  • Large windows

  • Simple geometric forms

  • Natural wood

  • Minimal accessories

  • Clean architectural details

  • Built-in storage

  • Streamlined furniture
     

Common Color Palette

  • White

  • Black

  • Warm Gray

  • Bright, saturated colors

  • Natural Oak

  • Walnut

  • Soft Earth Tones

Common Materials

  • Oak

  • Walnut

  • Concrete

  • Steel

  • Glass

  • Leather

  • Wool

  • Stone
     

Signature Finishes

  • Brushed stainless steel

  • White oak

  • Walnut

  • Minimal hardware
     

Typical Flooring

  • White oak hardwood

  • Concrete

  • Large format porcelain tile

  • Minimal area rugs

Where to Shop

  • Room & Board

  • West Elm

  • Design Within Reach

  • Article

  • Blu Dot
     

Best For

Homeowners who appreciate simplicity, intentional living, clean architecture, and functional beauty.

CONTEMPORARY

Contemporary design reflects what’s current today. Unlike Modern design, which refers to a specific design movement, Contemporary style continues to evolve with changing trends. It features clean architecture, bold statement pieces, open spaces, and carefully curated décor. Contemporary interiors feel polished, uncluttered, and effortlessly stylish.

Key Characteristics

  • Clean lines

  • Open floor plans

  • Minimal clutter

  • Large windows

  • Statement lighting

  • Bold artwork

  • Floating furniture

  • Mixed materials

  • Architectural details

  • Sleek cabinetry

  • Large-scale décor

  • Texture over ornamentation
     

Common Color Palette

  • White

  • Black

  • Charcoal

  • Warm Gray

  • Natural Oak

  • Taupe

  • Emerald

  • Navy

  • Rust

  • Mustard accents

Common Materials

  • Glass

  • Concrete

  • Marble

  • Steel

  • Natural wood

  • Leather

  • Wool
     

Signature Finishes

  • Matte black

  • Brushed brass

  • Satin nickel

  • Polished concrete

  • Natural wood
     

Typical Flooring

  • Wide plank hardwood

  • Large format tile

  • Concrete

  • Neutral textured rugs

Where to Shop

  • CB2

  • Design Within Reach

  • Blu Dot

  • BoConcept

  • Roche Bobois
     

Best For

Those who appreciate current design trends, sophisticated simplicity, and open, airy spaces with bold focal points.

Scandinavian

Scandinavian design is rooted in simplicity, functionality, craftsmanship, and comfort. It favors light-filled spaces, natural materials, pale woods, and furniture that is beautiful but highly practical. Unlike stark minimalism, Scandinavian interiors typically include soft textiles and cozy layers that make the home feel warm and inviting.

Key Characteristics

  • Simple silhouettes

  • Functional furniture

  • Minimal clutter

  • Light and airy spaces

  • Pale wood tones

  • Natural light

  • Comfortable furnishings

  • Soft textiles

  • Simple artwork

  • Organic shapes

  • Clean-lined cabinetry

  • Understated décor

  • Thoughtful craftsmanship

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Common Color Palette

  • White

  • Warm White

  • Cream

  • Pale Gray

  • Soft Beige

  • Light Oak

  • Muted Blue

  • Sage

  • Charcoal accents

Common Materials

  • White oak

  • Ash

  • Birch

  • Wool

  • Linen

  • Cotton

  • Leather

  • Ceramic

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Signature Finishes

  • Light natural wood

  • Matte black

  • Brushed metal

  • White finishes

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Typical Flooring

  • Pale hardwood

  • White oak

  • Light natural wood

  • Wool rugs

  • Flat-weave rugs

Where to Shop

  • IKEA

  • HAY

  • Muuto

  • Ferm Living

  • Design Within Reach

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Best For

Homeowners who value simplicity, functionality, natural light, cozy minimalism, and an uncluttered home that still feels welcoming.

Japandi

Japandi blends Japanese simplicity with Scandinavian functionality and warmth. The result is a quiet, intentional aesthetic built around natural materials, craftsmanship, organic forms, and restrained décor. Japandi interiors often feel more earthy and grounded than Scandinavian spaces and warmer and softer than strict minimalism.

Key Characteristics

  • Minimal clutter

  • Low-profile furniture

  • Simple silhouettes

  • Organic shapes

  • Handcrafted pieces

  • Imperfect natural materials

  • Negative space

  • Warm minimalism

  • Natural textures

  • Simple window treatments

  • Functional décor

  • Emphasis on craftsmanship

  • Connection to nature

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Common Color Palette

  • Warm White

  • Cream

  • Sand

  • Mushroom

  • Taupe

  • Charcoal

  • Warm Brown

  • Black

  • Muted Green

Common Materials

  • Oak

  • Ash

  • Bamboo

  • Stone

  • Linen

  • Wool

  • Clay

  • Paper

  • Rattan

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Signature Finishes

  • Natural wood

  • Ebonized wood

  • Matte black

  • Hand-finished ceramics

  • Honed stone

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Typical Flooring

  • Light or medium hardwood

  • Natural stone

  • Simple wool rugs

  • Woven mats

Where to Shop

  • Article

  • HAY

  • Ferm Living

  • Audo Copenhagen

  • Design Within Reach

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Best For

Homeowners who want a calm, uncluttered home with natural materials, thoughtful craftsmanship, and a warm minimalist aesthetic.

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