Whether you’re trying to achieve an alluring look to your living room, or to bring a Zen-like atmosphere to your favorite space, oriental decor is a great way to decorate.. It’s extremely simple to transform your home into an exotic retreat.
1) Take away any clutter. Asian spaces are clean, neat, tidy, and never “busy”. Every item should have its own space so that it can be admired without another item taking attention away from it.
2) You want to try to find a way to balance out the space you’re adorning. Feng Shui has become more and more popular over the past several years, and it’s a great way to balance positive and negative energies in your home.. Being symmetrical is one way to manage balance in an environment, but try also looking at size, function, and color, also.. It may take some experimentation to find the best space for your decor.
3) Get a bonsai tree. Nothing adds so much so simply to Asian decor like a bonsai tree. Some bonsai may take a considerable amount of effort though, so consult with an expert first before you buy. Artificial bonsai are also available if you just simply aren’t a “plant person”.
4) Add a small water fountain. Water fountains are a mainstay of Feng Shui design. Fountains are a great way to incorporate a relaxing atmosphere, and green water is easily averted by adding a tiny amount of bleach.
5) Use red paint. Paint the space you want to turn “Asian” red. Red is often associated with Asian-themed decor. If painting an entire room is either “too much color” for you, or out of your budget, consider painting just one wall as a red accent wall.
6) Get a small gong. If you’re looking for the perfect piece to place on your mantle, look no further than a small gong. Plus, they’re fun to ring every now and then!
7) Paper Fans make wonderful wall d?cor. Paper fans come in many different sizes, and you can find the perfect one from the range of 13 inches to over 40 inches.. This way, you can find the perfect size for your space without being overwhelming.
Watch your local flea market for Asian and Oriental decor. You can find a lot of lovely figurines and decor at wallet-friendly prices if you don’t mind having to search for a while to find them.
9) Accent with bronze. Bronze goes way back in Asian art, so it’s a natural to be included when decorating in an Eastern theme. Don’t forget that simplicity is your friend here.
10) Pick out a sake set, tea set, or other Asian dinnerware to display. Even if you hate sake or green tea, some of the Japanese sake sets are absolutely gorgeous. Wipe them with a soft cloth occasionally to keep your guests fooled into thinking that you actually use them!