| tart --> | | | | bamboo is very popular and is a very inexpensive |
| As the US population becomes more and more | | | | and quick way to add Asian style to your |
| diverse, people are becoming exposed to many | | | | bedroom or bathroom. Bonsai trees are also a |
| styles of décor from around the world. | | | | surefire way to continue your cultural makeover. |
| Asian home décor is fast becoming one of | | | | The use of sacred animals is a great way to add |
| the more popular decorating styles. And while | | | | a touch of the orient to your home décor. |
| many people are looking to add an Asian influence | | | | Elephants in particular are the symbol of physical |
| to their home, few really know how to correctly | | | | and mental strength along with responsibility and |
| accomplish this theme. | | | | loyalty. Ridden by gods and owned by kings, |
| Here are 7 quick tips you can use to decorate | | | | elephants were said to bring good luck and |
| your home with Asian-style: | | | | prosperity. Find pillows or art that depict sacred |
| | | | animals. |
| Whenever you are redecorating a room you | | | | Asian wall décor is another important |
| always should start with color as your foundation. | | | | consideration. Written scrolls with Chinese writing |
| Asian style is characterized by several colors - | | | | symbols will lend an instant Asian appeal to your |
| red, brown, gold, gray, and tan. Red is the most | | | | décor. Japanese Noren curtains, while |
| prominent color, because it is believed to provide | | | | intended for doorways, also make great wall |
| good luck. In general though, natural earth tones | | | | decorations. |
| typify Asian style. Also, all woods should be a | | | | The Buddhist religion has a strong influence in |
| dark chocolate/burgundy tone. | | | | Asian décor. Try adding sandstone or |
| Next, you want to consider adding texture to the | | | | wooden Buddha statues to your bookshelves. |
| room. Natural materials, such as bamboo, rice | | | | Buddha masks will also add a calming and serene |
| paper, and rock, are very important to Asian | | | | effect to your home environment. |
| décor. Shoji room dividers, bamboo | | | | And lastly, Asian décor is characterized by |
| candles and picture frames, and rock gardens and | | | | its' minimalist style. Don't overpower your home |
| fountains are perfect additions to your | | | | décor with too many Asian accents. A |
| décor. | | | | few key furnishings will go a long way to adding |
| Since Asian culture is very nature-centric, adding | | | | the cultural appeal you are looking for. |
| plants to your décor is a must. Lucky | | | | |