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Bring Your Favorite Vacation Destination to Your Home Decor
Sam Lutz • July 29, 2019
Think of your favorite vacation spot. Where are you in your mind? Maybe it’s someplace warm and colorful. Perhaps the opposite is true, and you envision a ski trip and a woodsy lodge. The bustle of the city may even be your happy place. Wouldn’t it be nice to bring it home with you? You can, with a little design inspiration. Check out our tips for how to bring your favorite vacation destination to your home decor, and start enjoying your favorite vibe all year round.
Tropical Decor
Tropical destinations are top of mind for lots of people, especially this time of year. You head to an island or to the beach and work on your tan, but miss the atmosphere when the trip is over. Guess what? It’s easy to bring home with an eye toward lots of color decorative accents.
Popping Colors
Recreate your tropical oasis easily with lots of color. Don’t be afraid to go bold here. Go all out by painting walls and ceilings with bold blues, or even bright yellows. Depending on the look, neon hues could even add to the theme while creating an illusion of more space.
You don’t even have to limit this look to paint colors. Try adding color through the upholstery. Throw pillows and armchairs provide just enough pop to break up the space without overwhelming it.
Natural Furniture
Some beach furniture is light and airy, just like the environment. Light and woody furniture, like wicker chairs and rattan tables are casual options for a tropical space, lending to the laid-back feel you’re going for. Bonus: Are you retro at heart? This look gives a hat tip to the ‘60s, too.
Mountain-Themed Decor
Ah. Fresh air, log cabins and mother nature. Many people feel alive in the mountains, but don’t have a cabin to call their own. Whether you head uphill for a summer camping trip or a wintry ski escape, one thing is clear: rustic digs are your idea of happiness.
Earth Tones All Around
You want to transform your space into an outdoorsy sanctuary, so simplicity is your friend. That said, pull nature inside by incorporating wood heavily into the design. Distressed hardwood floors instantly create a rustic, lived-in look reminiscent of a log cabin retreat, while polished dark wood conjures thoughts of your favorite upscale ski lodge. Consider also adding a wood panel accent wall stained to complement color schemes like beiges, browns, deep reds or forest green hues.
Nature and Wildlife Accents
It’s easy to go overboard with the nature theme, but a few accents can heighten the atmosphere. Are you a hunter? A piece or two of natural or artificial taxidermy would make the room in question take on that hunting cabin look. To bring the outdoor environment inside, add touches of greenery to provide subtle color.
Metropolitan Vibes
Paris, New York—the list goes on. Urban, metropolitan funk is just home to you with its combination of luxury and simplicity. Unfortunately, Pittsburgh isn’t known as a style-forward, vacation-worthy destination. So, you might want to look to the bigger cities for decor inspiration.
Modern
Cities like New York are known for sophistication. They’re also known for the ambiance of the city itself. So, go for simplicity in colors, like grays or beiges. That pop of class comes from modern style furniture, as well as colored accents like pillows and rugs.
Industrial and Architectural
You’ll want to make your space very open and raw looking, if the goal is similar to a NYC studio apartment. Exposed brick walls or even concrete tables lend well to this look. And while you’re at it, why not give a nod to architectural design? Framed black and white photos, blueprints and wrought-iron accents complete the look!
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Whether you love the tropics or consider yourself a snow bunny, it’s easy to bring your favorite vacation destination home and incorporate it into your decor. Stock up on paints and stains at Ace Paints and Unfinished Furniture, and get your DIY on.
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