Design Styles

Narrowing down your design style will help you define your home’s aesthetic. Take a moment to consider what you gravitate towards and which elements you like and, most importantly, dislike.

#1 - Clean & Serene

I’m calling this one Clean & Serene — minimalism with a light, bright palette. It can be modern or rustic or Mediterranean or Scandinavian; what these spaces have in common is “less is more” in white and neutral tones.

#2 - Fresh

A contemporary style with bold pops of color that feels playful, informal, and energizing. This is one of my favorites because paint is a budget-friendly way to make a big impact in a room.

#3 - Eclectic

This is my other favorite because it combines many styles. If you like mixing modern with vintage; displaying art, knick-knacks, and souvenirs from travel; and playing with pattern and texture, this is a good option. Add personality with unpredictable color combinations, like a pink kitchen counter or green and yellow in the dining room, and items used unconventionally, like a crate as a side table.

#4 - Modern Rustic

Modern Rustic blends farmhouse and cottage decor with contemporary designs. It’s semi-casual country charm, simultaneously polished and homey.

#5 - Bohemian

Also called Boho, this is your relaxed globe-trotting artist vibe. Though Bohemian and Boho are the same, the word Boho makes me think macrame, pampas grass, Moroccan poofs, and peacock chairs, while Bohemian makes me think baskets, plants, rattan, and layered Persian rugs. Both can look great but I veer towards the latter.

#6 - Maximalist

More is more! It’s not for everyone but it sure is fun.

#7 - New Traditional

Old-fashioned formality with updated comfort and sleek lines.

#8 - Contemporary

An Israeli favorite, Contemporary is modern and of the moment, “defined by simplicity, subtle sophistication, deliberate use of texture, and clean lines. Interiors tend to showcase space rather than things.” (The Spruce)