Eclectic & Natural Decor Inspirations and Finds

Our homes are our sanctuaries. They should ideally be comfortable and calm and chic… Actually it isn't that difficult to strike this balance. Eclectic is my favorite decorating style. It is forgiving and when done well, it is visually very interesting and exudes character and individuality.

"Eclectic modern", "ethnic modern", "eclectic scandinavian", "modern organic", "modern rustic", "modern vintage" these are all different terms which signify decorating schemes which have warmth and lots points of interest without becoming too complicated, heavy or dated. When the individual pieces are chosen with care yet mixed well, rooms that are decorated in this style are simple, splendid and timeless…

Read on to find out how to achieve this style and where to shop for great pieces...

Lots of wood, natural textures, layering, muted natural colors, limited use of prints, patterns or bold colors and lots of individual pieces with spectacular yet functional forms…this is what this style is all about. It is soft and warm yet clean and light. It is equally feminine and masculine…a touch of ethnic, but not too rustic, not too industrial, not too modern.

Here are some pics to illustrate this style…Then, please click through to the gallery to see my top finds from Turkish online retailer Pera Bulvarı and Bonvagon with two additions from Crate and Barrel the giant newcomer to  the turkish furniture/housewares scene.

Inspiration Gallery...

Top Finds...

One Final Note...

What would an eclectic and natural summer house look like? I'll give you some specific summer home or "summerification" suggestions in a separate post. But till then…take a look at the colors and textures below which exemplify the mood and feel I would want to achieve in a warm yet modern summer space.