10 Tips to Vibrant Eclectic Design with Spanish Flair
After all, what better place than San Diego for ‘Hacienda Chic’?
Getting eclectic decor right is not as easy as it looks. And to combine the traditional with the flair of Mexican-Spanish culture could end up looking more like a mish-mash than a dynamic design. Ashley Astleford, the creator of the “Hacienda Chic” design style offers these 10 tips:
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1. Don’t be afraid of color! It’s the easiest and most cost-efficient way to add a vibrant flair to any space.
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2. Make a statement at your entry with an eye-catching door wreath and bold blooms planted in colorful containers.
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3. Introduce culture and life to a design with authentic tile and pottery.
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4. Bring in one-of-a-kind rugs and textiles.
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5. Add a sense of joy and playfulness with whimsical art.
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6. Provide a historical connection with vintage and reclaimed architectural details or furniture.
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7. Shake things up! For example, combine your great-grandmother’s old desk with a modern accent chair.
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8. Blend and balance color—don’t get caught up on matching things exactly.
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9. Install unusual chandeliers that make an awe-inspiring impression.
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10. Accent your spaces with candelabras, elaborate frames, embroidered pillows, funky lamps and other fun accessories that make you happy. Embrace your personal style.
