How to Decorate a Bohemian Living Room
Bohemian interior decorating is reminiscent of the Victorian era but includes modern pieces, like sofas and chairs, for a more relaxed environment. Accessories and wall pictures are normally characteristic of the eighteenth century. If you would like to decorate your living room Bohemian style, the following pointers will help you. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Paint the walls with a color characteristic of the Victorian age, like burnt orange or marigold. Various shades of green (sage or sea foam green) will also work.
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Place a sisal or Persian rug in the center of the living room for a traditional look.
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Incorporate a sofa with traditional upholstery and a wing or Queen Anne-style chair to create a Victorian look. Make sure your coffee and end tables are dark cherry wood or mahogany.
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Look for traditional picture frames and prints and pick lamps with traditional shades. If you would like to keep the lamps you already have, replace the shade with a Victorian one.
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Decorate your living room with some house plants for a real Bohemian style. Bohemian means "good home," and it involves creating harmony with the earth and all life forms.
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Accessorize the coffee and end tables with antique books, figurines, a tray, a decanter set and other vintage items.
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Make pillows out of tapestry to match the sofa and chair. Place a bouquet of roses or carnations in a vintage vase.
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Tips & Warnings
If you're on a tight budget, check your attic for items like baby shoes, old photographs and empty picture frames to create a Bohemian living room.
