Traditional interior design need not be stuffy! While this living room is certainly not modern, it exhibits a fresh take on traditional rooms. Here are some ideas on how to transform your classic interiors into something thoroughly updated.
At first glance you may think this living room is stuck in the past. I think a second look is required to accurately see what’s happening here. This elegant living room has timeless traditional architecture including paneled walls and Tudor, leaded windows.
While it could have been stuck in the past, it’s been brought back to life with a simple and fresh color scheme. The pale blue walls keeps things cheerful and simple, neutral curtains modernize the windows. Notice there are no swags, fringe or frills that would turn the space into a super-gran situation.
Simple furniture also modernizes the room. While the argument could be made that the elegant wall mirrors flanked by ceramic table lamps and sideboard are old fashioned, I think they give the room a touch of history and interest that is critical in keeping the eye interested.
Here are some pieces that can freshen up a traditional interior design:
1. While this 6-light iron pendant may seem fancy, this gold leaf beauty has a modern aesthetic because of its open design and flat, wide frame.
2. Pillows are always a staple in a traditional home but the cool geometric pattern on this stylish pillow by Surya makes it an “on point” accessory.
3. Cool geometry makes this oil-rubbed bronze sconce look fresh but rooted in timeless sconce design.
4. This modern armchair by Uttermost is a new twist on the classic wing back chair. The rich gray finish pops against the crisp neutral upholstery.
5. Ornate gilt mirrors are the mainstay of a traditional house. Keep the class but clean it up with this gold rectangle wall mirror.
6. The Polistena white ribbed ceramic gourd table tamp would be a crisp pop of light in a living room, family room or master bedroom.