How Do You Decorate In The Asian Style?
Asian decor focuses on infusing a room with peace and beauty, with an emphasis on nature and spiritual awareness. Employ materials traditionally used in Asian decor. These include silk, bamboo, stone, clay, wood and metal. Use items printed or engraved with Asian lettering in yor decor. These might include calligraphy, wall hangings, plaques, candle holders or trinket boxes. Use traditional colors in your decor. Red and yellow are often found in Chinese interiors while Japanese interiors features greens and browns, hues commonly seen in nature. Look for large vases that can be filled with fresh, dried or silk flowers or even left empty. Pier One and TJ Maxx sell beautiful vases with an Asian flair for reasonable prices. Display bamboo plants, bonsai trees or a vase filled with artistically arranged bare tree branches. Decorate with framed Asian prints and traditional country scenes embroidered in silk. Use a shoji screen in the corner of a room. Read about Feng Shui to learn the Asian