A warm and modern Asian style dining room.
Modern Asian interiors are a clean and simple interpretation of one of the most beloved interior design schemes around. I found a selection of interior images on Lonny excels when it comes to putting together.
While Asian homes have always been about simplicity, restraint and elegance, the export trade has turned decorating with Asian items into an explosion of pattern and color.
Chinoiserie wallpaper and fabric features a riot of colors and the overuse of blue and white porcelain has is dire. I say stick to the basics if you want to be true to this style and if so, you will naturally create a modern space.
You can use pops of color to achieve an Asian-inspired home.
While these rooms appear to be architecturally contemporary, there are colorful Asian-style touches that are rooted in classic design but are thoroughly updated.
Rice paper lighting style reflect timeless screens, and bright pops of red are reminders of Feng Shui symbols of power and love. You can include colorful table lamps for the perfect color pop.
Monochromatic contemporary interiors with Asian style art.
Crisp white walls are another ingredient of the modern Asian interior. Furniture is kept simple and the cushions monochromatic. Naturally color does play a role but more supporting than lead.
While I still love color, simple white shades and super-contemporary lights work beautifully in this interior.
Warm and cozy bedrooms with Asian artistic touches.
If you intend to keep your rooms monochromatic, you may wish to incorporate Asian art or carved rectangular mirrors to breakup the look.
Simple natural-themed patterns on a silk throw or pillow will truly make a statement as will a figural lamp that can look quite sculptural on an unadorned table, placed up against a white wall.
1. The bright Glenarden Rectangular Red Wall Mirror captures many of the Feng Shui elements.
2. Like the silk found in a kimono, the Red Dahlia Grey Pillow would look beautiful on a bed or sofa.
3. Looking for a modern take on Asian bamboo? The Rivoli Navy Porcelain Table Lamp is just the thing.
4. I like the mix of Asian and high glamour in the Safavieh Rory Silver Leaf Accent Table.
5. The Varo Black Yarn Wrapped Table Lamp has a time-honored modern Asian and quite lyrical shape.
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