It’s no wonder that modern day millennials are looking to French interior design for home decor inspiration. There’s such a simple, but sophisticated appreciation for the French way of interior styling that makes it an obvious trend for home decor junkies. Home decor has been the latest and greatest trend to inundate our social media feed as of late. And since travel is off the books for a little bit, it made most sense to share 6 French interior design hacks to bring France to you!
Architectural Appreciation
The most magical element of Parisian chic interior design is all of the architectural details. French homes from the countryside to the city are full of architectural elements that merge old and new styles of interior design. One example of this would be French molding and wall paneling details. Want to elevate your space? Add simple or decorative paneling for a subtle way to visually enhance your space.
Ornate Mirrors
There’s something so old worldly and elegant about those ornate gold gilded mirrors you’ll see in just about every Parisian home. It’s probably one of the most effortlessly French accent for the home. No matter where you place it hung on a wall or leaned back against a wall, an ornate gold gilded mirror is definitely a statement piece in French interior design. Apartment Therapy does a great piece just on these types of mirrors!
Interesting Furniture
The third most notable element in French interior style in my opinion is their choice pieces of furniture. You might have noticed a wave of new interest in interior decor on the gram. Well yes even interior design is making it’s debut in the homes of many an influencer, but I think the French did it first. Unlike the pressure of investment piece furniture shopping, the French don’t seem to try too hard. It’s as if every sofa or accent chair has a story to tell. French furniture seems to be a cross between modern and vintage which again is that merging of new and old.
Art
If the Parisian culture and lifestyle itself isn’t some kind of artwork then I don’t know what is. However, art for interior design is almost innately very French. Implementing art new and old is easily another element of this interior style. The eclectic nature of French interior style makes styling romantic paintings with modern day prints an easy one. From abstract paintings to prints and even sculptures, any one of these would suffice to adding that touch of interest. In fact, modern French interior design always seems to incorporate both elements of vintage and modern.
For some real handmade art pieces check out Handmade Piece
Books
Have you ever wondered just how well read a French woman is? Well I guess we’ll never know. What we do know is that no French home is complete with a copious amount of books. Check out these books for some more French home decor inspiration.
French Home by Josephine Ryan
French Interiors: The Art of Elegance by Christiane de Nicolay
Fresh Flowers
If you didn’t think it could get more romantic than lounging around reading novels like the quintessential Parisian lover, it does. You’ll hardly find a French home without fresh flowers. I would imagine it goes with their ethos of enjoying the simple pleasures in life.
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These are perfect tips! Thanks for sharing!
I love ornate mirrors. My dream home would have all of these interior design ideas. So pretty and artful. Thanks for sharing this post!
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Right! They are such an accent to a home!