There are a large number of people interested in the Italian style, both in fashion and in home decor. When talking about decor, many automatically think "Tuscan home decor." This is understandable because of the influence of the popularity of Frances Mayes book ‘. But Italy, with the cities of diverse and beautiful region, has a number of variations on the "Italian style."
Many diagnostic key factors to consider in home décor is:
- Honoring the past
- Hugs now
- Blending the interior with the exterior
- Emphasis on quality, pride in workmanship
- Attention to detail
With a magnificent history of the country – it’s easy to understand respect for Italy ‘to tradition and past. Consider the achievements of Italian art, architecture and engineering – achievement that is respected for thousands of years ago and continues to inspire awe and admiration today.
But besides the spectacular creations of the past, Italy is a leader in modern achievement – a modern design. But mix the two with a keen eye – a vibrant and living room.
Integrating interior and exterior are characteristic charming Italian style – what you see outside is reflected in the interior. Determine light color – think warm glowing colors of the walls of the Tuscan farmhouse, cheerful shades of rich Venetian plaster, sun-bleached stone patinas of ancient Pompeii around.
Italian gardens famous throughout the world, and everyone has a garden: if their gardens are very well maintained from the palazzos, the garden is more relaxing than farmhouses and villas, or a Roman apartment balconies laden with masses of geraniums.
And water has always been the focus of a very important (a famous Roman Aqueduct) and the focal point in the park (think about the magical gardens of Villa d’Este in Tivoli.) Even the most modest garden has water features wherever possible.
Attention to detail that appears in ways large and small: fresh flowers on the nightstands, hand embroidered table linen, silver-framed family photos in Buccellati, bath linen from Busatti and soap from Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy
It is not difficult to bring a little Italian style to any home. Begin by mixing the old with the new (silver pull grandmother and linen and cupboards and use them – or the "modern art" painted on an antique chest), has fresh flowers and plants around the house, and appreciate the little nicks and wear spots , as the patina of age gives a room some depth and history. And focus on warmth, not perfection – perfection and ultimately boring, lifeless.