As life moves faster and more frantically around us, we often turn to our homes for a quiet place to unwind. Designing a Chinese themed room can give you a perfect spot to relax. This simple design style is also a great way to add a splash of exotic flair into your home's design scheme.
Paint. If you're brave enough to paint your walls Chinese red, this is a good start for your Chinese themed room. With the red, use royal blue and gold for your accessories. Otherwise, consider painting your room creamy white and use red as your major accent color.
Add a simple white or natural fiber rug over a natural wood floor. Ornate Oriental rugs are more suited for East Indian decor.
Choose fabric blinds made from an ornate textured material for your windows. Adding tassels to the blinds will increase the Chinese feel in your room.
Select your furniture carefully. Chinese furniture is often finished with shiny black lacquer, and you will want a few pieces to create authentic Chinese decor. Rattan furniture with loose cushions will also go well in your room.
Bring the outdoors in. Grow a bamboo plant in a large or small pot to bring good luck into your home.
Accessorize carefully. Simplicity is a key word in Chinese design, so choose only two or three perfect pieces. Consider a small indoor fountain or a pair of beautiful vases. Candles will add the finishing touch to your Chinese inspired room.
