Asian Theme A Wonderful Decorating Choice

  

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Tired of your drab living room or bedroom?  An exotic adventure to the Far East could be just the ticket.  With it’s exotic flavor, Asian decor can be a beautiful decorating choice, but requires some restraint.  In fact, when planning out your Asian decorating adventure, simplicity is the key to success.  When it comes to Asian design, less is more.

Color:  For the walls, think beige or tan, inspired by aged bamboo or rice parchment. These neutral tones will create a good base color that can be decorated with bolder Asian color combinations.  Liberal use of black and white in furniture and accents can be desirable.  Choose greens that remind you of a bamboo jungle or a jade sculpture.  Use a health splash of red and gold to transport your guests to the Far East.

Floors: The obvious choice is bamboo floors but despite their beauty are not the cheapest option.  A less expensive alternative is laminate flooring. However, any wood or laminate flooring will do just fine.  Ceramic or stone tile work very well in an Asian themed room, and terra-cotta tile is a natural fit.  It might seem like an oriental rug is a requirement, but avoid the temptation and potential expense.  A natural fiber rig is likely to be a more pleasing solution.The natural fiber and neutral tones make this a well-suited rug choice that supports the Asian design.You should be able to find a 6′ x 9′ rug in the $200 range.  If you’re on a budget, find a synthetic or wool blend or a second-hand rug.

If you prefer drapes in the windows, look for silk with a nice sheen and tie them back with gold cord that’s tasseled.   Roll-up bamboo shades are a great selection when you’re looking to create a more casual mood. You can find bamboo blinds that are painted in Asian themes with calligraphy, classical oriental art of Asian symbols.

Lighting:   Japanese Lanterns come in dozens of shapes and sizes to suit any taste or budget.   these are great.  The use of candles or faux candles can complement the room as well.  Avoid obviously contemporary or modern lamps and lighting.  A lighted water treatment can really set the mood in a room and makes a great substitute for a lamp.

If you’re going to break the budget, this is where you might want to do it.  Lacquered furniture is frequently seen in Asian homes.  Often finished in a polished black tone, it can make a grand statement sure to please the eye.  Armoires, curios, desks, small tables, or stools are all options.  Lacquer furniture is usually quite ornate decorated with scenes of flowers, landscapes and Chinese symbols.  Expand on the look with Wicker or bamboo furniture which perfectly complements a room decorated in Asian decor.

Decorations: This is an opportunity to exercise your inner designer and have a blast.  For function, consider a Shonji room divider available in hundreds of looks and colors. Buddha decor can be a fun, funky option.  Considering displaying a few Buddha figurines in various poses. For a chance at wealth and good fortune consider a laughing Buddha statue.  It’s worth doing some research on Feng Shui to get a feel for how this decorating philosophy can be leveraged.

Oriental fans and umbrellas are a great choice for the wall. Silk paintings, Asian themed wall reliefs and lacquired wall art are all exceptional choices.  Porcelain vases or fishbowls make a great Asian decor accents as well.  A bonsai tree is just right. Tea and Ginger jars are great for tables and storage. Asian plants are inspired too. The only thing standing in the way of your perfect Asian inspired room is lack of imagination.

Have fun with the decorating possibilities, just keep in mind that to get an authentic Asian feel you need to exercise some restraint.  It’s important to make sure that the space is free of clutter, otherwise you won’t get the same effect.  Don’t overdo it. Use a few key decorative accessories to project your theme. You can always add more later.

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