How to Create a Hollywood Inspired Interior

Nothing screams glamour and opulence more than the bright lights and luxurious interiors of Hollywood. From classic 1950s furniture and accessories to plush, shimmering and glittering fabrics this interior finish will look amazing in any room of the home. This look is all about creating a balance of flamboyance and practicality that gives a sleek designer appearance without the eye watering price tag.

When selecting a colour scheme for your Hollywood inspired home, choose a selection of dramatic and eye catching hues that oozes high end luxury. Monochrome is a sleek and sophisticated colour combination that can create both masculine and feminine features within your chosen room. Combine with metallic silver and pewter for a rich and illuminating finish or place alongside rich gold for a classic Art Deco inspired appearance. For a lighter yet still opulent look, opt for chic white, dove grey, taupe and silver that will create a glittering backdrop for your furniture and accessories.

If you have always dreamt of having your name in lights then your wishes can come true with these fabulous alphabet shaped box lights that will look amazing on a floating shelf, dressing table or mantelpiece area to create a focal point within your home. You can select your forename, your family name or classic Hollywood words such as ‘starlet’ ‘famous’ or ‘glitter’ for a co-ordinating theme. Team these letters with artwork such as framed black and white prints of your favourite movie stars or a large black and white canvas featuring the Hollywood sign that will look great above a fireplace, sofa or bed frame.

Hollywood is all about the ‘Lights, camera and action’ so why not create a room that pays homage to a classic film set with this fabulous spotlight floor lamp that is perfect for creating a zoned area of light in your chosen interior space. Place by an armchair in a library or office or place beside your sofa or a opulent chaise lounge for a focused area of illumination. The combination of the sleek black frame and chrome accents will look wonderful in a wide range of interior decors. Combine this lamp with a selection of film memorabilia such as a clapper board, stacked film reels or old cameras for an authentic film makers haven.

Fabrics and upholstery play a huge part in creating a rich and lavish ambiance in your home interior and when designing a Hollywood inspired home then the more dramatic and flamboyant the better! Select oversized curtains that leave pools of fabric on the floor and opt for rich velvet or sleek satin fabrics in illuminating silver or gold or rich and deep black, purple or chocolate that will create a focal point in your interior space. Select velvet upholstered seating in a classic French or chesterfield designs and opt for long and spacious sofas, statement armchairs and a chaise lounge for added glamour and visual elegance. Add layers of metallic or faux fur throws and cushions in co-ordinating colours for a rich and inviting area in which to relax.

Statement furniture items are a great way of adding a splash of glamour to your chosen interior and are sure to create a focal point within your room. For a modern Hollywood finish then opt for sleek mirrored furniture items that create a sense of space and illumination that is perfect for smaller home interiors. For a rich and lavish finish then select French style furniture items in gold or silver leaf that give a elegant and feminine feel to your home. Art Deco style designs in black and gold will give a nod to old school Hollywood interiors and create a balance of masculine and feminine design. Select functional items such as a large dining table, a sideboard and of course an all important dressing table for all of your pampering and preening.

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