How do you create vintage-inspired style in your own home?

When it comes to creating a vintage interior, there are many different styles from the interior trends of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Whether you prefer the timeless design of the modern shapes of the 50s, the retro pop culture references of the 60s or the warm, earthy tones of the 70s. These interior trends from the past are making a strong comeback in 2022, and many people are falling in love with these old styles. If you're reading this article, you are too! Here are 5 ways to create vintage style in your modern interior design.

The choice of materials is essential to create a vintage style

To achieve vintage style, the choice of materials is essential! Opt for aged materials such as brass, bronze or copper. Wood, velvet, rattan and brick also help to create a vintage base to work with. An easy way to modernize your interior is to change your accessories. The shape and finish of your door and cabinet handles are important. While modern handles focus on a minimalist form, vintage handles often adopt decorative motifs such as handles with embellishments and moldings. Changing your handles is an easy way to instantly modernize the look of your cabinets without having to replace the cabinets themselves if they're in good condition.

Choose the right color palette

Soft, pastel colors help create a vintage interior reminiscent of the 50s and 60s. Layering warm, earthy tones, orange and brown, creates a nostalgic '70s vibe. If you prefer your interior to remain timeless, stick to neutral greys, browns and beiges. Alternatively, if you'd like to make a bolder, more original choice, introduce patterned wallpaper or wood panels as an accent wall for an instant vintage touch.

Go for patterns and textures

Vintage interiors have embraced decorative elements and plush textures. Materials such as velvet and rattan all contribute to creating a vintage style. Opt for decorative motifs in decorative objects. Think flowers, contrasting colors and black-and-white checkerboard floors. What was once cheesy is cool again in 2022, so don't be afraid to experiment and have fun with patterns and textures!

Choose the right furniture

Choose modern, vintage-style furniture to give your home a vintage feel. There's plenty of wood, rattan and velvet furniture you can use to bring vintage style into your home. At NV Gallery, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to vintage furniture: rattan sofas, velvet armchairs, rattan cane dining tables, desks and sideboards. You'll find all the furniture you need to furnish your rooms in vintage style!

Incorporate vintage accessories into your home

Incorporating accessories into your home that were commonplace in the 1950s to 1970s is an easy way to bring a vintage tone to your interior. Add accessories like vases, milk jugs, analog clocks, plaid linen kitchen towels, antique kitchen utensils, cake stands... anything that recalls the vintage era. Vintage-inspired artwork can also be a great addition to your walls and shelves.