Desert Chic Interior

DESERT CHIC interiors bring together warm natural tones and bohemian relaxation to create a stylish and laid back ambiance in any room of the home. This trend includes tribal fabrics and accessories, botanical plants and cacti and natural materials and furniture to create a calming interior space.

Opt for a neutral base colour on your walls such as rich cream, soft white, taupe and mocha tones that create a fresh yet cosy feel in your home. Accent the neutral backdrop with warm pops of colour such as rich red and orange or dusty tones such as peach, blush or blue for a softer more feminine desert look. You can also include areas of fresh green to create a natural balance against the earthen colour palettes.

Soft furnishings will play a huge role in creating colour and pattern in a desert chic interior. Opt for natural fabrics such as cotton, linen and hessian in simple earthen colour schemes with pops of bolder tones. For a desert inspired take on the monochrome trend then select some curtains and cushions in natural linen and deep chocolate tribal patterns that will look great in a living room or bedroom interior. If you prefer a pop of colour then include some Mexican inspired patterns with bold reds, yellows and orange that will compliment the neutral earthen colour scheme of the room.

Select a large rug for the centre of the room that can be matched to the pattern and colour of your soft furnishings or used to create a main area of pattern in an otherwise neutral room. Opt for woven or knitted tribal rugs in bold and eye-catching patterns with fringe or tassel accents along the pouter edge. Opt for neutral browns and creams for a subtle finish or bright and bold hues for a burst of colour. These rugs can also be hung on a wall as a tapestry for an alternative form of wall art.  Alternatively why not select a rich piled faux fur rug in soft white, rich brown or tan or opt for a faux cow hide design for a fun designer twist.

Opt for a mix of rustic and tribal inspired accessories that will create visual detail and texture around the room. Lanterns and carved wood ornaments will look great in a group formation on a sideboard or table and include a selection of cacti, succulents or umbrella plants to add balance to the sandy hues of the walls. Display these plants in classic tribal patterned ceramics or natural wood urns for an authentic desert feel. Include a selection of wall art on a statement wall featuring classic deer horns, photographs of animals on the tundra or animal hide patterned prints that will create a focal point in the room.

Opt for natural and rustic furniture items that will create a warm and relaxed feel in the room. Rustic oak items will look fabulous teamed with a classic desert colour palette or opt for reclaimed or untreated oak furniture for a more authentic, weathered appearance. You can also include some rich walnut furniture that features a strong textural grain that will create a hand carved feel to a tribal inspired space. Rattan furniture also works well in creating a natural and relaxed feel in the room. For a lighter and brighter appearance then select some soft white or cream painted items with filigree style carvings that bring together Mexican influences with modern elegance.

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