Damask
fabrics and patterning have played a part in civilization for thousands of
years since the opening of the silk road, to the weavers of the middle-ages,
and onto today in the 21st redefined in modern spaces? In some ways,
this makes it applicable across all kinds os décor traditions. Damask design is
sensual, and exotic. It can be a dominating element to a room. But, it can also
be a part of modern design, even if it’s most associated with the certain
region and time.
Damask
wall coverings
Damask
wall coverings are bold additions that demand attention. In modern design,
which relies on balance and complementary elements and not dominance, it is
important to think of subtleties as much as you can, and how a damask design
can be used to bring out the visual value in other textures, colors, furniture
design. If you let it, it can seem overpowering and even garish. So when it
comes to wall coverings using damask décor, an accent wall is one option to
consider, another is using a damask pattern where you’d normally use a trim
color.
Eclectic
Dining Room design
Damask
design and draperies are an easy match, once again evoking the rich cultures
that first brought this kind of design and texture to the world. One thing to
keep in mind is that damask fabrics for draperies and wall hangings is that
they tend to be heavy. This has implications for the kind of weight your window
hardware can actually bear, or course. It also has some implications on the
amount of natural light they will allow.
But,
damask patterns can add a visual accent that is unique, particularly on large
windows. If you’re looking for a grand, epic effect than damask design can help
bring this about for you, infused with intricacy and also that treasured
cultural history with which damask design is most closely associated.
Pillows, throws, and other
damask accessories
Touching
once again on the idea of subtlety when it comes to damask design, one way to
go is using damask design pillows or throws. Some of these you can buy
outright.
But,
if your’s competent with your sewing machine damask fabrics can be applied to
all kinds of accessories – pillows, throws and even lampshades. Fabrics for
these kinds of applications are waiting for you at your local fabrics stores,
and can be a grate way of saving money, and creating a custom to addition to your
décor. Pick your colors to achieve the balance that matches that modern décor
approach.
Damask doors
Damask
décor is mostly associated with fabrics, as we’ve seen. Bur, the actual
patterns to be found in damask décor are synonymous with the fabric side of
things. This means that nearly anything can be a damask design, including your
doors. Paint and the appropriate stencil can turn an ordinary door into an
exotic portal to a newly defined space. Paint your doors a solid color. And
then use the stencil to create your damask patterning, rounded out by a
contrasting color.
Interior
doors, and exterior ones too can make all the difference when you’re looking to
add some vitality, and even a sense of surprise and mystery, to a 21st century
modern design.
Bedding and damask
fabric and patterning
Back
to the pure fabric application of damask design, your bedding can create that
bold accent to a bedroom space. The is particularly effective when your bedroom
wall color is neutral, creating that vital contrast that modern interior design
on. If you’re looking to completely transform a bedroom area, you can reverse
this, and start with the damask bedding to design the surrounding walls,
ceilings, and moldings around it.
Modern
design is about re-thinking the rules, and sometimes breaking them. What better
way of doing that than using an ancient pattern and texture as the basis for
the most modern design.
Damask design is
dramatic
However
you apply damask design, what you’ve got is a décor element that is dramatic. It’s
bold, and it’s distinctive. And here’s another benefit-it’s versatile too. Your
favorite color, your favorite color combinations, a mix of textures that create
a sensual aspect to a space is all within your reach with this approach to
interior design.
