Jan 30, 2024 | Flooring America
Eclectic design refers to an interior decorating style that combines elements from various design styles and time periods. It's characterized by a harmonious blend of textures, colors, and patterns, and often includes a mix of old and new items. The key to achieving a successful eclectic design lies in maintaining a cohesive look, despite the diverse range of elements involved.
Here are some characteristics of eclectic decor:
In essence, eclectic design is about breaking traditional design rules but doing so in a way that creates a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing space. Let's explore some room inspiration for your home and, of course, how to choose the perfect floor for your eclectic space.
In the eclectic living room above, we love the dramatic floor lamp and all the colorful pillows. It's all anchored by relatively neutral furniture and flooring.
Sometimes your ideal design doesn't fit in a neat little box. There's nothing wrong with that! Take your favorite parts of every style and bring them together in an eclectic living room that's perfect for your family and lifestyle.
Enjoy the open, practical space of the modern style with the rustic decor of a farmhouse. Or, combine the blues and browns of the ocean with beautiful, detailed traditional furniture. Whatever eclectic living room ideas appeal to you, you can make it happen.
The bright and cheerful eclectic living room above combines modern furniture with vintage accents and fun painted brick walls. By combining textures, this space has lots of visual interest.
Love the pure black floor of contemporary design, but nothing else about that style? Grab that flooring style and combine it with what you love from a traditional, beach, or farm living room. Suddenly, you've got a stylish eclectic living room that's all you!
There are so many ways to create your own unique eclectic living room design. Our room visualizer tool is here to help. From getting inspiration to choosing the perfect flooring style to bring it together, there's no reason not to start today!
Eclectic flooring doesn't have to be chaotic - it just has to match the vision you have of your dream living room. That's possible with a wide array of materials and designs.
You can choose a stone-looking flooring style for a really unique eclectic living room design. Or, go with something simpler and more neutral like wood-look flooring style or carpet.
The eclectic living room above builds on simple modern furniture with colorful throw pillows and accessories.
Even within those materials there are additional options - colors and designs that you can choose from. My Floor Style makes it easy to see everything so that you can make the right decision for your style.
First, choose a flooring material. This will give you an array of colors and patterns to choose from. Don't like what you see yet? No problem. Choose another material, or even check out the options for other living room styles!
Bright carpet fits in perfectly with this colorful eclectic living room. We love the creative use of ladders for shelving.
No matter how you like to bring together different looks, we can help you find the flooring style that's perfect for your electric living room. Get started today!
Why choose just one kitchen style when you like elements of all of them? The great news is that you don't have to. Whether you want to bring together two or three elements from different designs, or you want a bit of everything, an eclectic kitchen design is just what you need.
Many people choose an eclectic design because they have specific elements they enjoy from two or more styles. Looking for the soft blues of the beach along with the rustic feel of a farmhouse? Go for it!
Cool coastal colors, pops of coral and a bit of a rustic vibe make the eat in kitchen the perfect place to hang out.
Or perhaps you love the modern design of stark contrast and sleek lines, but just can't overlook that farmhouse sink or antique stove. No problem!
Traditional hardwood floors paired with modern pops of reds make this eclectic design cheerful and fun but easy to transition as your tastes change.
Other folks are looking for even more variety. They love to piece together elements of various styles in a way that's unique to them. Exposed wooden beams, steel fixtures, sailor-striped stools, and contemporary decor? Enjoy yourself!
No matter what it is you love to pull together, you can make it work for your family. Enjoy the images we have as you look for eclectic kitchen ideas and create your dream design style!
As you piece together the eclectic kitchen design of your dreams, you may already know exactly what flooring style you're looking for.
Perhaps part of your vision includes having dark black wood-tone floors. Or patterned tile. Or painted flooring.
Patterned tile adds a nice touch to the simplicity of the blood cabinets. The kitchen hardware adds some additional interest.
Or, perhaps the focus of your eclectic kitchen ideas have been on wall colors, appliances, and cabinets, and you're a little lost on your kitchen flooring style.
Whether you know exactly what flooring style you'd like, or you need help finding a great fit, our expert team is here to help.
Do you want a unique bedroom that is different from anyone else's? Would it break your heart to see your exact bedroom in the pages of a magazine?
If so, you'll love eclectic bedroom design. No one will have a space exactly like yours, that's for sure! You get to choose exactly the elements of other designs that you like, and bring them together in your own unique way.
Don't assume the eclectic has to mean "chaotic." Nothing is further from the truth! Your eclectic bedroom design will be just as comfortable and inviting as any other style. You're simply choosing what you love from a variety of looks.
This eclectic bedroom has a bit of romance with a traditional bed frame and furniture.
Love clean lines along with an ocean vibe? Perfect! Want to decorate your exposed-beam wooden bedroom with antiques and ornate detail? Why not?
Bring together what you love into a single room. Don't worry if it fits a "style" - it's you, and that's what truly matters.
Consider how to create a room that makes you feel comfortable, relaxed, and happy. Those are the feelings your bedroom should bring. Does that mean a lot of knick-knacks? Does it mean clean, open spaces?
There are so many fun options for an eclectic bedroom flooring style. The only limit is your own imagination and comfort.
What type of floor says peace and relaxation to you? A patterned tile? A beautiful carpet? A bold color that sets off the decor of the rest of the room?
You have a ton of eclectic flooring options for your bedroom. Consider stone, laminate, wood, or carpet. Each of these have a variety of patterns that could fit perfectly into your style.
This bedroom takes a more subtle approach to the eclectic decorating style but still has some unexpected style combos that create interest.
The goal is to create a haven you enjoy escaping to at the end of the day. For many people, that involves gentle colors. Or, you may prefer a single bold accent, with other tones being more subtle.
Your floor may be part of the backdrop allowing your eclectic style to shine. Or, you may choose to make the floor one of the focal points of the design.
We want to help you create the eclectic bedroom design you dream of. Choose your flooring today!
Who says you have to decide? Not us!
If you like a variety of dining room styles, or you simply like to mix and match according to your own vision and desires, an eclectic dining room design is perfect. There are no rules - you simply choose what you like and bring it together in your own way!
With mismatched chairs, modern floor lamps, and colorful dishes, this modern meets cottage dining room is welcoming to all.
As you choose how to entertain in your dining room, think about your favorite elements of each style. Do you love seashells and beach colors, but also clean lines and open space? Or maybe you want to combine rustic elements with traditional detailed design?
Whatever you most enjoy, it's yours to create. You can use bold colors or a simple palette. Choose an eye-catching centerpiece, or let your wall coverings do the talking. Whatever eclectic dining room ideas you have, you can make it happen!
Once you've gotten great ideas from our image here, it's time to select the perfect flooring style to bring it all together.
Ready to choose the flooring for your eclectic dining room style? It can be hard to decide what to do!
There are no rules that say you need to move one way or another, but you may already have an idea of how to bring your look together.
Want to focus on wood to bring out the rustic side of your design? Or tile to focus on the modern elements? Or perhaps carpet in a neutral, so that the focus can be on your furniture and decor?
Farmhouse, meet modern. The large-scale tile brings this space together.
However you choose to bring your eclectic dining room ideas to life, we are here to help. Choose a flooring material you're interested in, and you'll see the colors and designs available.
Not what you're looking for? We can help you find the eclectic dining room flooring style that's perfect for your family today.
We get you. You like everything - but not just one thing. You like some parts of the modern style, elements of traditional looks, and even a bit of beach house and country styles. You wonder if you can ever make a decision for your bathroom!
A bold accent wall contrasts with the pretty patterned tile and rustic elements lend to a welcoming space.
We have good news! You don't have to pick just one. With eclectic bathroom design, you can have a little bit of everything. Pick the elements you love from each style, and bring them into your home any way you like!
Eclectic design doesn't have to be messy. You don't want every part of every style. Instead, choose just one or two you like, and mix them artfully. Blue cabinetry with a white sink and industrial fixtures? Yes, please!
You can also find ways to mix brick and wood, or use a very modern tub along with a reclaimed wood vanity. Bringing together unique elements makes your bathroom not just an oasis, but a place of interest!
We have all the eclectic bathroom design ideas you need. Bring together walls, furniture, fixtures, decor, and flooring in a way that's uniquely you!
Do you wonder if an eclectic bathroom is doomed to look like a mess? Don't wonder anymore!
Our images of eclectic bathroom design will help you visualize exactly how to bring different elements together in a beautiful way. Take a look at the eclectic bathroom design ideas and see what you want to bring into your own home!
Some folks enjoy using modern fixtures against gentle, homey wall colors. Others enjoy bringing in bold pops of color in unexpected ways, while using traditional cabinetry and fixtures.
Patterned tile creates visual interest in this simple, yet eclectic bathroom.
Love a modern look in your shower, but a beachy vanity? It's all yours! Don't be afraid to bring together seemingly divergent looks in your bathroom design.
Once you've gotten some great ideas, it's time to pick out your floor.
Do you enjoy elements of a variety of styles? Perhaps you love the barely-there blues and whites of a beach design, but get giddy when it comes to the luxury and elegance of a traditional style. Or you have a sleek, modern coffee table that you've cleverly paired with cute wicker accent furniture alongside comfy, cozy couches to sink into.
This basement space has the perfect lived in atmosphere that you want in an eclectic living room, game space and kitchen.
However you choose to blend a bevy of different styles is completely up to you -- but you can put your own stamp on your basement space to make it work. Bring together a mix of colors, artwork, and furniture that makes the most sense for you and your family.
Eclectic design doesn't mean chaos. It simply means that you bring together two or more styles in a way that's unique to your vision. Have fun with it, and let your basement be exactly what you want!
Once you've gotten the eclectic basement ideas you need from our images on this page, move on to choosing the perfect flooring style. We can help - let's get started!
When you enjoy an eclectic design, your flooring style options are endless. Whether you love carpet, wood-like floors, stone-like floors, or more, you can choose from any design or color.
The key is how you want your design to look. Is your flooring a highlight of your style, or more of a neutral backdrop? Do you want a neutral that allows you to change your mind from time to time, or are you fully committed to a bright color or bold pattern?
The vintage bicycle is an eye-catching element to this vintage, modern, rustic eclectic basement.
No matter where you are in your design choices, we have the flooring style you need. My Design Finder makes it easy. Simply choose a flooring material, and take a look at the various colors and patterns available.
Want more? Come back and look at another flooring material for additional options. The eclectic basement design of your dreams is waiting.
No matter what space in your home you want to add some creativity to, an eclectic interior design could be just the ticket! Whether you're looking for a floor that will blend well with lots of different design trends or you want to make your flooring a spotlight of your eclectic space, the team at your local Flooring America can help you find the floor of your dreams. Start shopping online now!
