- The kitchen is a great place to showcase Tuscan decor. One of the most recognized elements of Tuscan-style home decor is color. Burnt oranges, deep burgundies and hunter greens are popular background colors. Cabinets in dark-wood colors, such as mahogany or cherry, are also reminiscent of Tuscan decor. Showcasing brick or stone walls and floors brings an old-world feel to the kitchen area as well. Copper kitchenware should be showcased rather than hidden in cabinets. Copper Dutch ovens look right at home--even on top of stainless-steel stove tops. A collection of copperware can also be showcased against a wall or from a hanging rack. Instead of storing vintage wine inside a cellar or cabinet, use a visible wine rack to highlight Tuscan decor. Italian pottery can easily hold wooden cooking utensils and makes a great design splash for counter tops and butcher blocks.
- The Tuscan bedroom should embody romance and endless style. Four-poster beds are a must-have. Dark silks and soft velvets are wonderful complements to canopies, as well as curtains. Wrought-iron elements can be brought in for wall decor, as well as candle holders. Pottery and ceramic urns can be filled with silk florals, as well as fresh plants--a great look that also adds romance to the room. Stained-glass windows or hangings add a touch of color to a dark room.
- The living room offers a location to show off a variety of styles related to Tuscan decor. Leather furniture is always a fine choice to replicate a Tuscan feel. Rich architectural structures such as columns, pillars and finials are reminiscent of Tuscan decor. Pieces that have chipped paint or are faux painted to appear weathered and worn are great accents for the living room. Wrought-iron tables are also great furniture accents to leather pieces. Still-life paintings, as well as tapestries set in florals or Italian country sides, are great choices for enhancing the living room.
- Potted trees or plants in ceramic urns are a great way to showcase a doorway. They can easily be trimmed and pruned into a desired shape, such as a spiral or square. Large ceramic statues are also a trait of Tuscan-style home decor. Planters filled with trailing vines and flowers add color and style to the entryway. A formal garden fountain greets guests with the sound of trickling water, lilies and koi.
- Decorative accessories are a simple and inexpensive way to bring Tuscan flair to a room. Dark-colored vases, dark-wood shelving, wrought-iron table stands with marble tops and red pillows add an old-world touch that catches the eye. Baskets filled with linen napkins can hold remotes and magazines. Murals can be purchased with a paint-by-the-numbers template or stenciled onto walls--this is a great way to add the Tuscan countryside to any room.
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GreenMomma said
on 5/3/2009 I absolutely love this look, especially in kitchens. It is not only beautiful but also very welcoming!