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What are the different types of decoration?

by Virginie Charret in Le Journal

The essentials

  • An interior design style is an atmosphere created in your home using furniture, objects, decorative arts and various accessories.
  • Seven types of décor dominate contemporary interior design: industrial, vintage, Art Deco, bohemian, jungle, Scandinavian and graphic design.
  • Industrial style is based on combining raw wood and metal; Scandinavian style on natural materials and soft colours; Art Deco on vibrant colours and curves.
  • Interior design styles are often categorised according to the type of objects they adorn, and vary depending on countries, cultures and architectural styles.
  • Several styles can be mixed in the same home for a 100% unique look.

Having an interior design that we love is essential to feeling good at home! But all styles are very different, and it can sometimes be difficult to choose the one we like best. In this article, discover essential information about interior design and its different styles to create your own feel-good haven and decorate it according to your preferences.

Scandinavian-style desk with a colourful arch

What is a style in interior design?

An interior design style is an atmosphere created in your home using furniture, objects, decorative arts and various accessories. Interior design styles are often categorised according to the type of objects they adorn.

What are the different types of interior design?

Interior décor styles vary depending on countries, cultures and architectural styles. Today, in contemporary interior design, the best known and most widely used are:

Each style has its own characteristics and specific features, but the most important thing is still to feel good at home while staying true to your preferences!

Types of décor at a glance

Interior design style Characteristic materials and colours Historical or geographical reference
Industrial Raw wood and metal, materials with a raw appearance, red stone walls Evokes the interiors of lofts in New York
Vintage Thrifted objects, vintage fabrics, brightly coloured velvet, coated leather hide Iconic style from the 1920s to the 1960s
Art Deco Bright, rich and contrasting colours, shapes, curves and floral motifs Artistic movement that emerged in the 1910s
Bohemian Recycled materials, natural fibres such as rattan or cane, white and light colours Relaxed spirit, an invitation to travel
Jungle Light materials, cane, natural and black colours, chic ethnic decorations Inspired by sunny travels
Scandinavian (Scandi) Light wood, silky fabrics, white and beige, rich colours (fir green, mustard yellow, burgundy, navy blue) Comes from the Nordic countries
Graphic design Straight lines, repetitive prints, solid wood, raw concrete, gold-coloured metal Contemporary interior design

Which interior design style should you choose for your home?

Mastering your interior design and creating a harmonious home requires a certain eye! That is why, in the following sections, we are sharing a few tips to help you harmonise your home, whether you are a beginner in interior décor or somewhat familiar with the art of home staging and interior layout, so that you can stay on trend while also feeling good at home!

What is industrial interior design style?

Industrial style is characterised by the use of furniture combining raw wood and metal: a very simple trend whose success has remained unwavering for quite some time!

High ceilings, materials with a raw appearance, red stone walls... all these elements characterise this interior design style, which often evokes the interiors of lofts in New York!

So why not add a “loft or workshop” atmosphere to your home with a few key pieces from the INDUS collections:

  • The Indus bar chair: A must-have for dressing your high table or worktop! With its chic, high-end industrial style, it will be the perfect seat you will never want to leave.
  • The office chair: trendy and wonderfully enveloping, it will provide maximum support and a generous dose of everyday comfort! A seat that will quickly become your best companion for your studious days.
  • Mango wood or metal sideboards: practical and elegant, a wood and metal sideboard will quickly enhance the chic industrial feel of your home while allowing you to store many everyday items.

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What is vintage interior design style?

Often initially seen as a style made solely from thrifted objects, the Vintage atmosphere is making a strong comeback in our wardrobes and homes. An iconic style from the 1920s to the 1960s, it is now becoming part of our everyday lives, reflecting our attachment to original and vibrant aesthetics, as well as to timeless values and quality pieces.

At Maison Pavane, we love the Vintage atmosphere, reminiscent of the typical interiors of grand houses or flats from days gone by and taking us back to our childhood memories in just a few moments!

So, without further ado, here is our selection for adding a vintage touch to your home:

  • The fabric chair: In mustard yellow or burgundy vintage fabric, the fabric chair will be the star feature of your living space! Cosy and airy, it is an invitation to conviviality.
  • The velvet armchair: wonderfully vintage, brightly coloured velvet on a beautiful, comfortable armchair is a direct return to a décor that embraced vibrant, pop atmospheres!
  • The Club sofa, in coated leather hide: a retro and vintage atmosphere is guaranteed with the timeless Club sofa, straight out of the haze and cigar smoke of English clubs

brown microfibre club sofa

What is Art Deco interior design style?

Predating Vintage style, Art Deco style is an artistic movement that emerged in the 1910s and is instantly recognisable by its bright, rich and contrasting colours, shapes, curves and floral motifs, far removed from classic, understated wooden furniture.

Also very fashionable in recent years, this is a style many people favour in living areas such as the kitchen, dining room or living room, as it helps to energise the room and bring light and well-being to the occupants of the home.

Do you love the Art Deco atmosphere but are unsure which pieces to choose to enhance your home? Dive into our Art Deco collections, where you will find sofas, armchairs, chairs and floor lamps in shapes and materials infused with a certain idea of refinement!

green velvet chairs

What is bohemian interior design style?

Softness, cosiness, trendiness, recycled materials, natural fibres such as rattan or cane, and a predominance of white and light colours are the key features of a chic Bohemian atmosphere. It is created using various decorative elements and living spaces (balcony, interior, terrace, garden...) and is characterised by a relaxed spirit and an invitation to travel, with tone-on-tone geometric motifs, cosy textures and fluid design.

Far removed from the brightly coloured style and flower-power atmosphere, the bohemian atmosphere places comfort and well-being above all else, which you can find in our Bohemian collection on the Maison Pavane website. Why not embrace the “indoors-outdoors” trend for a bohemian style, using garden furniture made from natural materials inside your home!

Bohemian-style bedroom

What is jungle interior design style?

The ultimate invitation to sunny travels and relaxation! The Jungle atmosphere is characterised by its airy aesthetic, chic ethnic decorations, light materials, natural and black colours and its unique craftsmanship.

With light, openwork wooden furniture featuring cane, clean lines and functional furniture in light tones, Jungle interior design is perfect for bringing a touch of sunshine into your home in an instant.

Tiki cane bedside table

What is Scandinavian interior design style?

The Scandinavian atmosphere (or Scandi at Maison Pavane) comes from the Nordic countries and highlights natural materials (particularly mainly light wood furniture) and soft colours such as white and beige, as well as all rich colours (such as fir green, mustard yellow, burgundy, navy blue...).

This fashionable style has charmed everyone for several years now with its noble materials, silky fabrics and soft, harmonious colours. In short, this style is much more than a way of decorating your home; it is also a way of life that encourages conviviality and cosiness.

What is graphic design interior style?

Finally, there is a style that is certainly not to be overlooked and that many people also love: Graphic Design style. This interior design is highly recognisable, particularly for its straight lines, repetitive prints and solid materials such as solid wood, raw concrete and gold-coloured metal.

graphic design atmosphere

FAQ: questions about types of interior design

Can several interior design styles be mixed?

Yes. You now know more about interior design and the different styles available. Of course, if you feel comfortable doing so, you can mix several styles in your home for a 100% unique look that reflects you as much as possible.

What is the difference between bohemian and jungle style?

Bohemian style places comfort and well-being above all else, with natural fibres such as rattan or cane and a predominance of white and light colours. The Jungle atmosphere focuses more on an airy aesthetic, chic ethnic decorations, light materials, and natural and black colours.

Which interior design style is best for a bright living room?

Art Deco style is favoured in living areas such as the kitchen, dining room or living room: it helps to energise the room and bring light and well-being to the occupants of the home. Jungle style also brings a touch of sunshine in an instant.

Where should I start when changing my interior design style?

Now all you need to do is shop for ideas and furniture based on your tastes and give your home a makeover! Your only limit is your imagination!

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