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| Asian Design | Concepts of Asian Design:
Due to the vast nature of “Asia” there are really many different styles which can be mixed and selected from regardless of which ‘tone’ is chosen. We list the more common below to aid in understanding the available themes and formats as well as common design attributes of each:
Chinese:
• China influenced design features highly detailed artwork that is rendered in bright colors and a variety of materials.
• China featuring both real-world elements from nature and famous landmarks as well as fantasy such as dragons abound.
• Wall hangings and specific style of furnishings with heavy use of dark wood and upholstery is common.
Indian:
Although its own design style as well, India is considered in part ‘Asian’ and attributes such as the northern India use of vibrant reds and blues in tapestries and materials is often used in Asian design.
Japanese:
Japanese design is all about simplicity, - with sleek modern design elements in their furniture and subtle palettes of grays and greens, black and whites this style is all about relaxation and comfort in small spaces. Platform beds and Shoji screens are common, as is using simple black and white artwork, bamboo mats and rich screens as window treatments and coverings.
Korean:
Often featuring wooden chests called “Tansu” with brass accents, decorated stair-steps and decorated screens Korea has a proud and unique heritage although it has often been referred to as the ‘melting pot’ of Asian design concepts.
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