Styles and Types Of furniture

There are so many different styles of furniture on the market today. You probably have some idea of the great variety if you like to watch those home makeover shows, especially ones where they take an entire room, like the bedroom, and redo it from head to toe. Home magazines are full of colorful articles about different styles, such as rustic or Italian. Below we will give you a brief introduction to some of today’s most popular styles.

Rustic: The hallmark of this style is the use of natural materials. The furniture pieces that are usually incorporated into a rustic design theme are handcrafted and often have a real pronounced regional or cultural bend. Rustic homes are more casual, and usually more comfortable. This look is often very personal, reflecting the true style of the homeowner.

Antique: You will find an antique theme in homes that are decorated around a European house design concept. While many people think of antiques as very delicate, it is important to remember that they were originally crafted as working pieces of furniture. Many antiques incorporate additional decoration to keep them from looking like boring old furniture.

Modern: A modern room is characterized by clean lines and simplicity. Some common materials used in the construction of modern furniture styles include plastic, vinyl, and chrome. Since their introduction in the 1950’s these materials have been the standard in modern furniture design.

European furniture
There are three distinct styles in European furniture: French, Italian, and English. The French style of furniture design is often characterized by highly ornate patterns, carefully handcrafted detailing, and intricate carvings. When using French furniture there are often several pieces, which some people think feels a little crowded. The Italian style of furniture continues to gain popularity here in America. One reason for its growth in popularity is the use of a wide selection of materials, including wood, stone, marble, and fabric. Italian furniture pieces often incorporate elements of Roman sculpture and architecture, and are usually large and ornate.

Fancy details with English furniture
The trademark for English furniture is its use of rich woods such as walnut, oak, and mahogany. Its use of detailing and natural materials makes it very similar to the American rustic look. Traditionally English furniture used deep rich or natural colors in its design. Of course, this depends on the time period the furniture is from. Modern English furniture continues to evolve, incorporating a great variety of colors and materials. The look of furniture continues to change for all furniture styles as new technologies and materials become available to designers and manufacturers.
 

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