Keeping up with the latest trends in home design doesn’t mean you have to buy new furnishings. Antique furniture is in vogue, which means you can pull out those pieces that have been gathering dust in your garage to spruce up your space. Here’s how you can take advantage of the antique trend and breathe life back into old pieces to upgrade your home design.

Updating Your Home with an Old Look

Handcrafted, antique furniture pieces are as unique as artwork, making them much more popular than their mass-produced counterparts. Any item that has character, like a hand-painted cabinet or reclaimed wood table, stands out with timeless beauty.

To update your old furniture, get it cleaned and reupholstered to fit current design trends. Populating your home with too many antiques can make it feel overwhelming, so choose a few key pieces to include in each room.

What Styles Are In

Natural materials, such as wood, rattan, and metals, are a current interior decorating trend. They bring in interesting textures and warmth to any room.

Chinoiserie, European versions of Chinese and other East Asian designs, is another popular trend. The Asian aesthetic brings vibrant color and interest into any space, so tap into it by reupholstering chairs and furniture with fabrics that feature nature scenes, florals, or lush gardens. Other Chinoiserie designs include pagodas, dragons, and foo dogs, or lions, which appear in pairs to represent the balance of yin and yang. When choosing Asian-inspired pieces, look for lacquered wood and faux bamboo finishes.

If you have antique furniture that needs to be repaired or refinished, trust Lines, Circles & Angles Custom Upholstery & Repair in Cincinnati, OH. Since 1975, their woodworkers and upholstery experts have replaced broken parts, padding, and other components of furniture, sofas, and chairs to give pieces a fresh look while maintaining their original charm. View their gallery of past work online, or call (513) 984-1074 to request a service.