We have earlier introduced you to Japanese interior design and decor ideas and now, we are here with some easy decor ideas for those who want to bring Chinese inspiration into their homes. Chinese-style décor is exotic, beautiful, simple, and helps create a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere. While considering Chinese décor, one must go for a proper combination of colors and furnishings for the different rooms in your home to bring the perfect balance into your home.
The use of Feng Shui (the ancient Chinese art of placement) elements can bring positive energies into your home and your life. Hit the jump to check out some ideas to decorating your home in the Chinese theme.
- Select the right Feng Shui colors
In Feng Shui, colors are selected with respect to the five elements Feng Shui theory – Fire Element, Earth Element, Metal Element, Water Element and Wood Element. These colors should be used considering the kind of energy you wish to bring inside your home. One of the most common colors used in Chinese decorations is the red color, which is believed to bring good fortune, prosperity and happiness. It’s a great color choice for your kitchen, living room and the dining room of your home. Check out our guide on how to select the right Feng Shui colors for your home.
- Keep it simple and uncluttered
While decorating your home in Chinese style, try to keep the spaces uncluttered. It’s all about minimalism, so one should avoid the clutter and make good use of the furnishings. While selecting furniture and other furnishings, aim to keep the balance and harmony in any room and highlight only a few pieces.
- Chinese décor items
The shelves are flooded with a range of Chinese décor stuff, so you won’t have any problems finding the pieces to blend with your home décor. Use of Feng Shui items, Chinese fans, orchids, embroidered pillows, paintings, paper lanterns, Chinese cutlery and vases can help create the perfect Chinese setting inside your home. Do not over do with the decorations. Use less, but ones that make a bold statement.
- Furniture and other furnishings
When it comes to furniture for a Chinese inspired home décor, keeping it clutter-free is the key. Whether it’s the bed in your bedroom, nightstand drawers, coffee table or the storage units, everything should be placed in an organized way in order to facilitate the smooth flow of chi. For storage units or tables, you can opt for low height, boxy shapes. For the walls and the floor, one should normally go for neutral color shades and for the areas you want to highlight, use bright colors like red or yellow. Chinese artworks and paintings can be hung on the walls to add to the overall feel. Chinese love nature, so homeowners can also exercise their green thumb by having a few oriental plants inside the home.
If you think you can’t do it on your own and need some help creating the perfect Chinese inspired décor for your home, it’s better to consult a good Feng Shui expert.