Romantic French Country Home Decor Ideas
Wendy Lee Filed under: French Designs
The country-style of decorating offers a peaceful haven, where one can retreat from the demands of the urban world. The charming region of Provence in France has its own characteristic country-style décor, which has influenced and inspired many interior designers and homeowners to fashion homes that would reflect the elegance of French countryside.
There seem to be no definite color attached to the French country-style – the whole spectrum of colors can be used, ranging from light colors such yellow and soft gold to bold and dark shades such as cobalt blue, blazing red, and bright grass or dark hunter green. Whatever the hue, the country style always creates a feeling of comfort and welcoming.
The furnishings inside the house always appear casual and rustic. Antique items can be used, even those belonging to different periods as long as they are able to blend well. Pieces depicting rural surroundings add a certain charm to the house. Even cracked pots and peeled paints look appealing and add to the simplicity for which French country-style houses are famous for.
French country style decorating is also popular for its use of pieces that are made from natural materials. Rustic floor is made with stone, brick or red-clay, and the roof is usually made with red-clay tiles. Pieces made of ceramics and wood, wire baskets and even fresh grass and natural flowers are used as décor that makes the house appear rustic yet elegant.
Earthenware is usually used to decorate French country tables. There is no fine-dining China, only porcelain plates that may be displayed on a wall near the dining table or at the kitchen. The tableware is adorned with natural themes such as flowers or olives. Furthermore, the colorful tablecloth, iron candle holders and antique seats are decidedly French.
The French country-style of decorating may be summarized by the words natural, simple and rustic. Choose pieces that match these descriptions and you can create a delightful French country-style interior.
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