Travel to your favorite places (without leaving home) with these international interior design choices.
Take inspiration from the top decorating styles of some of the most influential, design-forward countries.
Consider mixing a few of your favorite countries' decor styles to create your own unique aesthetic.
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There are no rules, just inspiration and creativity!
France
Lindsay Salazar
French decorating styles can range anywhere from provincial tocountry-inspired toParisian.
While these styles differ, they also have a multitude of similarities.
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Italy
EDMUND BARR
Italian design mixes modern andrustic materialsand finishes for a cozy yet functional space.
Greece
Adam Albright
Greece is known for its clean lines andmostly whitearchitecture, interiors, and furniture.
Scotland
WERNER STRAUBE
Moody and lived-in is the goal withScotland-inspired decorating.
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South Africa
South African design acknowledges the country’s beautiful natural environment.
Vibrant colors are also used, as well as traditional African patterns.
Limited clutter, clean lines, minimalist decor, and muted colors are key to this style.
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Scandi-style decorating focuses on the utility of the space rather than complicated decoration.
The use of light-colored wood can warm up an otherwise white space.
Japan
Japanese interior designaims to embody nature by melding the outdoors and indoors together.
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This can often be accomplished with sliding glass doors or using symbols of nature as decor.
Australia
Australia’s abundant natural wonders inspire its home interiors, which seamlessly integrate the outdoors.
Bright and airy color palettes play well with white walls and trim.
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Morocco
Jessie Preza
Moroccan interior design features distinctive elements like detailed and colorful tilework and patterns.
This ornate style even extends to woodwork, furniture, and wall decor.
Gold, silver, terra-cotta, andjewel tonesare popular colors in Moroccan culture and design.
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Intricatemosaic tile designsare another keystone of this striking design style.
Warm, earthy tones in the floor tiles and decor are highlighted by mostly neutral walls.
Dark andwarm woodis often seen in the furniture and lantern-style fixtures for lighting.
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Spanish-style spaces are finished with clay pottery and geometric-patterned textiles.
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