Chinese Interior Design Style

A Chinese-inspired hallway adorned with a chandelier and marble flooring.

In honor of Chinese New Year, let’s explore Chinese interior design style.  Chinese design style is noted for its Zen-like aesthetic and simplicity.  It is about clean lines and character of shape.  If you are a photographer, you need this set of indoor lightroom presets. You’ll definitely like them. Here are some interiors that illustrate the beauty and harmony of the Chinese interior design style aesthetic.

A living room with a fireplace in Chinese interior design style.
Chinese interior design (interiordesign777)

Red is a feature of many Chinese interiors but not a necessary ingredient in every one.  Furniture shapes consist of very straight lines and are sometimes accented with intricate designs, such as those in the stools below.  The Chinese furniture aesthetic has its origins as far back as 1000 BC and those styles are still used today in the modern home. According to Insidebedroom.com, there are many interior designs are inspired by Chinese designs such as living rooms, bedrooms decoration, kitchen etc.

A Chinese interior design style living room with furniture and decorations.
Chinese design style (download3dhouse)
A living room with red walls, inspired by Chinese Interior Design Style.
Chinese design style (3dhousedownload)

Modern Chinese interiors generally adhere to a more minimal style, with a small number of high-quality pieces versus many of a lesser quality.

A 3D rendering of a modern hotel lobby with Chinese interior design style.
Chinese design style (matteonunziati)
Chinese interior design style featuring a tastefully decorated living room.
Chinese interior design (interiordesign777)

Spaces designed in Chinese style are often serene and peaceful.  There is a visual flow that is welcoming and relaxing.

A Chinese-inspired bedroom featuring a wooden ceiling and a red rug.
Chinese interior design style (stunninginteriorpic)
An Asian-inspired living room with Chinese interior design style furniture and decor.
Chinese interior design style (librenchere)
A Chinese-style living room with furniture and decor.
Chinese interior design style (willa-Holland.net)

Wood frames with intricate fretwork serve as wall accents and room dividers in the Chinese style interior.  These geometric designs greatly enhance the space and form interesting patterns throughout the room.

A 3D rendering of an Asian-style living room inspired by Chinese interior design.
Chinese interior design style (interiorspaces.in)
A living room with a Chinese interior design style featuring a TV and fireplace.
Chinese interior design style (3dhousedownload)
Chinese interior design style for living room.
Chinese interior design (vspass)

Chinese interiors sometimes incorporate the Feng Shui method of design.  Feng Shui is the Chinese practice of arranging a space in relation to the flow of energy to promote harmony and balance in the environment.  This principal is believed to ensure those in the home health and happiness.

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A living room with brown furniture and Chinese Interior Design Style.
Chinese interior design style (homecaprice)
A Chinese-inspired living room with brown furniture and a TV.
Chinese interior design style (willa-holland.net)

Not all Chinese interior design is about bold red and black lacquer furniture.  The general principle of a harmonious living environment is the key to what makes these spaces successful and so Zen-like.  Fine accessories, a great management of space and unique details make Chinese interior design special.

A Chinese-inspired living room with brown walls and wooden floors.
Chinese interior design (decoist)
A living room with Chinese-style brown furniture and a chandelier.
Chinese interior design (interiordesign777)

Celebrate the Chinese New Year with a touch of red, balanced spatial arrangements and beautiful lines in furnishings for your rooms.  This is the Year of the Monkey, so have fun with a few accents, such as these figurines.

A group of monkey figurines are shown on a white background in Chinese Interior Design Style.
Herend monkey figurines and a Daum crystal monkey from Scully and Scully.

Red is a feature of many Chinese interiors as shown on wellnessgrit.com.

May the New Year bring you health, happiness and prosperity.

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