Source: CCTV.com

01-28-2008 10:09

For most of us, home is the place where we spend most of our time, so it's worth the cost and creativity of making it comfortable. Of the countless ways one could decorate a home, we'll look today at a style that's becoming popular in China: European Style.

Those who like high quality home decor, and who focus on exquisite details in houseware go for this extravagant European style. This classic look features not just luxury and grandeur, but also comfort and a feel for romance. And the details of the furniture are enough to spoil you for anything less fine.

The use of color is crucial to home decor. Color can make a space feel flamboyant, elegant, fresh or clean, no matter how big or small it is. The warmth or coolness of color hues can convey feelings of mildness or strength. European decor often uses heavier colors like dark brown or black. Bright red tones balance the more sombre hues.

To express a touch of romance and warmth, you can use velour fabric - in bedrooms, bed cushions, and sofas. Choose your accessories carefully so they go with the style you've chosen. Everything should express and complement the style, from the bed lamp to photo frames - even the jewelry container.