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Chic Asian Home Décor

Interested in a minimalism, Feng Shui, or tropical patterns to evoke an Asian look in your home? Now-a-days, you need not look far because Asian home décor is both popular and stylish.

Asian house styles range from tiny, super efficient apartments in Tokyo, Japan to open wooden houses on stilts in tropical Thailand. There is certainly a lot of inspiration to draw from when implementing Asian home décor in your living space. Whether you prefer an elaborate Vietnamese wall hanging or a simple Chinese teapot, there are a few accessories that are necessary to making your Asian décor more authentic.

The Use of Red

Red is a very popular Asian furniture color. It seems that the Chinese and Feng Shui have had a strong influence in modern décor. Try to incorporate at least one or two pieces of wood furniture painted in a rich, deep, patinated red.

Keep in mind, though, that real antique Chinese furniture does not generally have Chinese words or gaudy flowers painted on it. The furniture is about subtlety. Its richness comes from the deft mixture of carving and gilt. Throughout Asia, adding a little gilt detail to furniture is common and tasteful. There is also a symbolism to the carving for people who know how to read it.

Silk and Fine Fabrics

It is hard not to associate Asia with fine silk. Asia has been home to a thriving silk industry for thousands of years. Today, silk is still considered a fine fabric but also typical of exquisite Asian home décor.

In designing with silk, you don't have to go overboard and cover your entire coach with the fabric. Rather, consider using it in throw pillows or a footstool. Be creative. One idea is to hang a picture of a Japanese woman wearing a kimono. You could also hang a real kimino on your wall. This makes for a very interesting look.

In Southeast Asia, batik or hand-woven textiles are popular. In Indonesia and Malaysia, intricate batiks are native attire for everyone from peasants to sultans. The best are hand-made in a restrained, geometric style. Some communities still weave on handlooms and create symmetric masterpieces with just a few colors of silk or cotton thread. Simply hanging one of the fabrics on the wall is a beautiful and authentic touch for your Asian inspired home.

How to Use Flowers

Unlike other styles, Asian décor does not utilize flowery fabrics per se. However, fresh flowers are a staple in the home. People in the West cannot get the inexpensive stems of orchid and lotus that are available in much of tropical Asia, but they should at least invest in some high-quality silk flowers, pictures or paintings of flowers.

About the Author

For more home decorating tips and how to use Feng Shui Baqua, visit http://www.fengshuimirror.com. This is a resource site where Christine Tran shares her practical tips on Asian decorating.

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