Distinctive Spanish style interior design is all about rich colours, and a mixture of textures, accessories and room accents combined with outstanding craftsmanship. It exudes a feeling of timelessness and authenticity with comfort and conviviality deep at its heart. For a true flavour of Spain the look within the bedroom should conjure thoughts of hospitality and familiarity along with a spirit of Old World artistry and romance.
Spanish bedroom furniture design incorporates a number of different looks ranging from the heavy wood carving features of traditional European craftsmen, to the simplified but nonetheless substantial look of Mission style furniture. Dark woods fit in well with most Spanish and Mediterranean themes whilst hardware is often intricately formed, but might also feature simple ornamentation with a hand-wrought appearance . Beds follow the same mould with heavy wooden bedsteads in dark wood styles creating a strong room focal point, whilst heavy iron bed designs with an antique style in dark finishes create an authentic feel, with or without a canopy and fabric drapery. Bedroom chairs in soft leather should have that particular well-worn persona to provide a comfy resting or reading area in the corner of the room.
Bring natural textures into the mix that includes both hard and soft, both man made and those of nature. Wood, leather, copper, iron, raffia, and woven cloth all fit the bill here, either in the form of accents or bed dressings. Plants are a part of the natural environment, so add greenery to bring in a little of the outdoors that the Spanish so love. Rich damask tapestries, repetitive patterns, folk artistry and elaborate tapestries all have an important part to play. Even velvet and corduroy upholstery can be included to bring a feeling of distinction and luxury to the room scheme.
When it comes to colour selection, it really is important to do a little research in order to replicate the diverse range of shades that make up the Spanish décor norm. Colours range from the deep jewel historic shades of reds, greens and purples, to the lighter fresher pastel shades found on farms and ranches. Brightly coloured hand painted pottery and dark wood accents help to impart the bedroom with a casual, friendly feel, whilst splashes of red, yellow, orange and rust in the form of bed throws for that traditional wooden bed and upholstery or scatter pillows, add touches of sunlight to the room.
Accessories set the stage for Spanish style in bedrooms, with wood framed mirrors, traditionally styled lamps and woven textiles bringing colour and visual interest into the room space. Even modern Spanish style with its cleaner lines and broader use of colour, often incorporates traditional ironwork designs, wooden beams and heavy drapery fabric for a touch of luxury within a more contemporary setting. Paintings and wall hangings of the local countryside and historic themes complete the look, with the soft glow of antique brass, aged silver and rust-coloured metal, all lending a flavour of Old Spain.
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