Traveling with the senses without leaving home? Oriental style in interior design is the perfect way to bring the magic of distant Asia to your own four walls. However, it is not about cluttering up the apartment with souvenirs from the trip, but about creating a harmonious space, full of exotic warmth and mystery. Learn how to introduce Asian elements with class and taste, avoiding the kitsch effect.
Earthy and spice colors – the color palette of the Orient
The oriental style is associated with saturated colors of spices: turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom and deep red. To create a cozy and expressive interior, combine these warm accents with a neutral base in sand, clay or terracotta colors. Curtains in shades of deep burgundy will look great in the bedroom, and in the living room - decorative pillows in ocher and bottle green colors.
Natural materials and craftsmanship - the heart of the Asian atmosphere
Exotic wood (mango, rosewood, teak), braided rattan, bamboo and brass details are the foundations of oriental aesthetics. Instead of serial furniture from a chain store, choose one expressive accent - for example, a carved Indian chest of drawers, a bamboo screen or a carved mirror frame. Textiles should also be natural: linen, thickly woven cotton and wool carpets with geometric Moroccan motifs.
The light creates a mystical atmosphere
The Orient loves the play of shadows and atmospheric twilight. Give up one strong light source in the center of the room in favor of many scattered points. Metal lanterns with openwork cutouts cast phenomenal, lacy shadows on the walls. Next to the sofa, place a low floor lamp with a lampshade made of natural fabric, and light scented candles with notes of sandalwood and patchouli on the chest of drawers.
Inspirations and arrangement details
FAQ – Oriental style without secrets
Does the oriental style fit into a modern apartment?
Definitely yes! The combination of modern minimalism with oriental elements (the so-called *Japandi* or *Boho Chic* style) gives an extremely fashionable, balanced and cozy effect.
What oriental accessories are the easiest to introduce?
Openwork lanterns, woven seagrass baskets, carpets with traditional patterns and plants such as bamboos and potted palm trees.
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What do you think about such oriental inspirations? Would you introduce openwork lanterns that cast shadows into your living room, or do you prefer pure, cool Scandinavian minimalism?
Selected furniture and lighting for this interior
EBB & FLOW
Lute lamp base obsidian gold gold base
diameter 22cm 52cm height
EBB & FLOW
Rowan hanging lamp Ø39cm platinum stripe on gray - Ebb&Flow
diameter 39cm height = 39cm
EBB & FLOW
Futura rust gold hanging lamp Ø18 - EBB&FLOW
diameter 18cm height = 37cm
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EBB&FLOW lamps – original Danish design
Hand-blown glass. Authorized distributor in Poland.
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