Who said that London in the winter time was gloomy and grey?!
Having the opportunity to spend some time in London recently has really opened my eyes to just how beautiful architectural details and elements can be. While our country has gorgeous architectural history, there is no comparison with structures that have outlasted over 500 years and still stand proud and tall today.
I have been so inspired by these aged, Gothic buildings with their ornate accents and extreme attention paid to detail. I have rounded up some furniture pieces from Lamps Plus that I think would capture the essence of this old world style but still be relatable to today.
As you can clearly see above, brick buildings are very prominent in London. We rarely see them anymore in California because of earthquakes, so my eye has been drawn to these wonderful red beauties. I think the brick red color is regal and warm and exudes classic age.
A traditional brick red wool area rug captures the essence of an old brick building, while still having the capability to be paired with contemporary furniture.
Detail, detail, detail. Every inch of these antique buildings has been meticulously thought out, so they appear grander than life, from the steeples of the abbeys right down to street level, and the more flourish the better.
One place in the home where I think a little extra flourish can go a long way is in the dining room, which naturally is a more formal room in your house. With an oak trestle dining table like the one above, you make a grand statement that is ripe with detail and design.
Beautiful brightly colored interiors perfectly pair with the ornate exteriors of these old buildings. Hundreds of years ago no one could imagine all white walls and ceilings, the more color the better! Vibrant Old World decor is stunning to look at and they style translates very well into contemporary design sensibilities.
Pieces like this lemon upholstered accent chair or beautiful decorative pillows and accessories in bright pops of color can work in just about any setting.
Last but certainly not least, stunning crystal chandeliers have been a staple of design and are not going anywhere any time soon. These gorgeous, striking fixtures cascade light and twinkle amongst the decadence, making them the perfect element to complete the old world space.
This Schonbek crystal chandelier will melt the hearts of anyone who comes across it.
What are your thoughts on Old World decor? Is it a style you can see yourself adopting for your interiors?
Image Sources: Allison Rosenberg