As customers come to Casa Eleganza, one common question is how to mix and match furniture of different styles. It is an excellent question that ultimately impacts how happy and comfortable you are in your space. It is an ideal opportunity to express your personality, but you want to have a cohesive whole. So, where do you begin?
Play What’s My Style?
Picking your favorite style(s) sounds easy, but it’s actually the most challenging part about mixing and matching furniture styles. You might have to take time looking at furniture magazines or walking through showrooms with a notebook in hand. As you look, think about what’s already in your home, what you’d love to add to your home, and what makes sense considering your space. Take a bedroom, for example. The visions of a grand king bed won’t work in a small area. Nonetheless, most bedroom sets have smaller sizes that maintain your style and fit your space.
What’s My Line?
What do you prefer, timeless, elegant traditional pieces, or the sleeker modern furniture?
Characteristics of traditional styles:
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Intricate upholstery
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Dark woods
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Natural materials
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Intimate lighting
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Rich colors
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Ornate touches
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Handcrafted
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Designed for functionality
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Made to last
Characteristics of Modern Furniture
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Clean lines
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Minimalistic
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Sleek and simple
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Vintage lighting with fresh touches
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Geometrics and straight lines
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Multi-functional and modular
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Neutral colors with bold accents
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Basic shapes (Squares, Circles, etc.)
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Use of unique materials like steel, glass, concrete
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Exquisite leather, as seen in Italian pieces
There are still more options (take a deep breath, grab some tea, and read on!)
Characteristics of Eclectic Style
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Mix and match
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Blends of patterns and textures
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Vibrant and playful
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Strong emphasis on personalization
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Outside the box vs. typical design
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Dynamic and bold
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Global influences
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Breaks free from trends
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All periods of furniture are present
Characteristics of Transitional Style
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Classic combined with contemporary
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Sense of coziness
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Neutral colors
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Mixed shapes
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Clean and comfortable
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Functional and livable
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Blending of elements from different eras
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Visual impact created by designs and materials
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Symmetry between traditionally masculine and feminine influences
The Next Step For Mixing and Matching Furniture from Different Styles
Once you land on a style choice, it’s time to shop! At Casa Eleganza we have many pieces that could become your focal point for decorating. It should be something striking, like a lovely china cabinet, which is also utilitarian. The rest of your choices revolve around that item.
Gather a bunch of color samples so you can take them home and look them over based on your ideal creation. Combine small and large patterns that are subtle expressions of your design. Small items, like pillows, can be the bridge for different styles. You can play with textures, too.
Most importantly, make this YOURS. Get out those photos and knick-knacks. This is a space you are the artist, creating a comfortable ambiance. Remember to leave adequate navigation space. You can also use white spaces to keep things from feeling too cluttered.
Visit Casa Eleganza
We would love to help you discover how to mix and match different furniture styles, and our huge showroom is the perfect place to gather ideas for your living room, dining room, home office, and bedroom, especially if you love Italian furniture.
We are located at 3885 NE 163rd St, North Miami Beach, FL. You can email our sales team anytime (sales@casaeleganza.com). Keep it stylish!
