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TIMELESS STYLE
How to choose durable and timeless furniture for your interior? Discover our tips for investing in quality pieces that stand the test of time.
From garish patterned wallpaper to carpeted bathrooms, there have been many interior design trends that have gone out of style.
If you want to prevent your decor from looking outdated, the key is to choose timeless furniture. Follow our 5 tips to choose durable pieces that resist trends and keep your interior modern.
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CHOOSE SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS
Avoid plastic and chipboard furniture that deteriorates over time and prefer materials such as solid wood, wood veneers, glass, ceramic, metal or leather. These materials stand up to everyday use and can improve over time, bringing more character to your interior design. Additionally, these materials are more environmentally friendly and can last for decades. Discover our tips for optimally maintaining your furniture to extend its lifespan.
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TIMELESS DECOR STYLES THAT NEVER GO OUT OF FASHION
Soft curves
Soft curves are a timeless interior design trend, bringing a touch of movement and elegance to furniture.
Neutral shades
In general, neutral colors like black, white, gray and brown are best, unless you want to create a statement and unique piece.
Sleek design
The clean design is characterized by simple, minimal lines, without excessive flourishes. This trend makes it easy to integrate furniture into any style of decoration, avoiding pieces that appear out of step with the whole room.
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THINK ABOUT YOUR LIFESTYLE
By asking yourself the right questions about how you want to use a room, you can choose furniture that meets your expectations. For example, if you enjoy entertaining friends and family, a spacious dining room table with leaves may be a great choice. To create a relaxation space, opt for a comfortable armchair, all with elements that fit easily into any decor thanks to the 2 previous tips.
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PERSONALIZE YOUR FURNITURE
Buying furniture to match your personal style is perhaps the easiest way to cultivate a timeless atmosphere. If you love a piece or it has sentimental value, it will infuse your space with personality that is always timeless.
Reflect your story or go tailor-made
Your grandmother's old couch may be covered in outdated flowers. But if it has good bones, new padding can breathe new life into it. Do you have a childhood dresser that needs a little TLC? Fresh paint or a new finish may be enough. Not only is this approach environmentally friendly and budget-conscious, but the memories attached to these pieces are irreplaceable.
Bespoke may be a bit more of an investment, but by opting for custom made, you'll get a piece that's perfectly suited to your style, not just the latest trend.
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ASK AN EXPERT
It can be difficult to know what we'll like in a few decades, in a few years, or, let's be honest, in a few months. That's why it never hurts to get expert advice when it comes to choosing furniture that will stand the test of time. An interior designer can offer you personalized advice on selecting furniture that not only fits your lifestyle and design vision, but also pieces that will withstand many home transformations.
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