Next month, we will be exploring the décor of Germany. From what I can tell, it is high-IKEA style…a significant contrast from the oompa image conjured up by the Oktoberfests.
Really, Italian interior décor is leaning the same direction. I have stayed at many economical hotels that thrive on this idea. Berna, a company known for its beautiful Italian flooring (see their showroom in Florence), seems to have a hotel décor arm that provides box solutions for hotels in this spare fashion. My guess is that this simple look is popular with the younger crowd for its utilitarianism and price-friendliness. If you don’t own a hand-me-down villa in Tuscany and must provide for yourself, this is an affordable, trendy option. For my tastes, although it is functional, modern décor doesn’t speak to me.
However, combine a contemporary made of straight lines and stark coloring with the beauty of a richly decorated traditional piece, you have a very striking interior that captures the eye. Here, imagine this for a dramatic example: all white interiors, straight lines, minimalist furnishings, complete with maple-colored wood flooring…then
Large Ricamo oil jar - Fratelli Taccini
POW! Isn’t that exciting!?! My point being that you don’t have to do your whole interior in traditional fashion. Like all art, let it draw your attention and speak to you.
That is the end of my soapbox monologue for today. Let it sink in and let me know what you think!
