About Western Interior Designs
The American West has inspired traditions and styles in all areas of American culture, not the least of which is architecture and interior design. Western interior design focuses on bringing the outside inside with natural materials and rustic style. Does this Spark an idea?
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History
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From the glory of the cowboy days, people of all classes have been attracted to the western lifestyle and environment. From the dude ranches of the late 19th century to the beautiful modern lodges built as vacation homes, western interior design has been a lasting style.
Natural Materials
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Western interior designs use wood and stone as major design and structural elements. Furs, leather and even antlers are used for accents and furniture.
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Cultural Styles
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Other cultures, such as Spanish, Native American and French cultures, left their mark on the American West through the legacy of exploration. Elements of these cultures can often be seen in a western interior.
Accessories
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Common accessories in western interiors include horseshoes, bronze Remington statues and antique guns.
Eclectic
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Western design elements appear in famous designs. Stone, wood, furs and western cloth patterns appear in Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater and Pew House.
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References
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