Californian Love

When it comes to fun and style the Californians know how to do it right! Their stylish beach inspired interiors are perfect for creating a sense of light and illumination within your home and are ideal for the upcoming summer months. A CALIFORNIAN LOVE interior design is perfect for those who wish to inject some colour and cheerfulness into their homes. A combination of pastel hues, funky accessories and tropical accents create a room that is both bright and welcoming.

The key to creating the perfect Californian interior is to balance bold and bright colour with a laid back and relaxed atmosphere. This can be achieved in a variety of ways using colour palettes, wallpaper, furniture and accessories to create the perfect space that is worthy of any Californian resident. Pastel colour palettes are perfect for a Californian look; opt for colours such as pink, peach, mint, lemon and lilac and place them together or alone on feature walls, alcoves and chimney breast areas. If you are opting for wallpaper that matches these colours you can choose a bold and striking orchid or palm leaf print for a tropical design or more simple striped or geometric patterned wallpaper for a hint of contemporary style.

Natural fabrics and upholstery are perfect for this look as they compliment the beauty and elegance of the outdoor spaces. You can include some cotton or linen curtains, cushions and rugs and mix and match your colour palettes to suit your tastes. Pastel colour schemes work perfectly within this look and can be teamed with geometric patterns, florals, leaf prints or even simple stripes for a more sleek and sophisticated finish. If you love the warmth of the sun and the cheerfulness that comes with Californian interior design then why not include some cushions that feature bold tropical prints and Hollywood signs or add a bed set featuring a palm tree lined avenue or a bold and bright sunset.

Many styles of furniture work well within a Californian interior design depending on the look and feel of your chosen space. White painted furniture is a great choice for creating a sense of space and light in smaller or more compact rooms of the home. You can choose those with natural oak accents if you wish to introduce some nature inspired style to your room. Simple and traditional oak furniture also works well with this look and creates a more cosy and welcoming feel against the sunset coloured backdrop. If you wish to accentuate the tropical look of Californian homes then you could try some acacia or walnut furniture or even some woven and rattan style chairs and tables that will create a focal point within your chosen space. Accessorise the room with large rattan planters with palm trees, banana plants and umbrella plants that can be situated in the corner of a room or nestled beside the bed or sofa area. You can also include lots of natural oak lamp bases candle holders and vases to balance bold and bright colour with natural outdoor elegance.

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