Mood: Relaxed formality, welcoming, rich
in cultural diversity.
Woods/Finishes: Eclectic mix of select
hardwoods & finishes ranging from crackle,
distressed, deep rich tones or pale creamy
painted surfaces.
Accents: Combinations that include stone
table bases,
with glass tops or wood with marble
tops. Metal grill work accented in gold or
silver leaf. Hallmarks of this style are deep &
ornate carvings on legs & aprons. Intricate
inlaid wood tops, serpentine fronts on dressers
& chests. Large scale bed posts which sometimes
support a grand canopy. Classical architectural
details include dentil molding, acanthus leaf
carving & shell motif.
Furniture & Textiles: Typically the
furniture is of grand proportion and leans
towards the formal side of eclectic. Textiles
include: tapestry, chenille, velvet, silk.
Tufted leather with nail head trim. Trimmings
include beads, bullion, fringes & tassels.
Color: Continental colors come from
historical Europe. This palette displays old &
new influences. Mustard yellow, dark blues,
browns, moss green, Bordeaux red, tan.
Accessories: Mohair, velvet or chenille
throws trimmed with bullion. Tapestry wall
hangings. Lots of accent pillows with a variety
of textures. European art reproductions. Large
candle sticks. Burnished metals and gilded
mirrors. Large area rugs with intricate
patterns.
Note: The pictures in the style
description are representations of styles and
not actual design work done by Nu Image
Interiors
