Zen style in interior decorating is associated with calm and quiet environment. Due to numerous stressful situations in your everyday life a calm atmosphere in your home can be very useful at the end of the busy day.

Kathy Dodson, award-winning interior decorator and owner of Decorating Dens, states that there is no definition of Zen style in any textbook. But she understands this style as a very clean and simple room decorating manner. "It involves little color, simple lines and minimal amounts of things around the room."

Minimalist approach is the most suitable for Zen style decorating. Zen decorating doesn’t require huge amounts of decorative elements and knick-knacks. Dodson explains that you shouldn’t place different stuff all over the walls and use colorful rugs. She says that this style should be simple and clean. That’s why if you enjoy placing various accessories and decorations, Zen style is not for you.

Different clutter is not necessary if you want to create a clean and calm environment. So if you have items that must stay in the room you should make storage areas where you can keep all the clutter. This can be storage bins, cabinets or other pieces of furniture which can be used for storage while still following the Zen type design.

Dodson advises to add to the Zen decorating style some metal, chrome, whites and creams. You should try to create very simple straight lines in your décor. For a window treatment, it is recommended to choose a light sheer or an airy curtain. She says that panels should be very simple and they shouldn’t look fussy or fancy on the windows.

Zen style also involves very simple and straight lines. Zen decorating can fit for any room of the house. With the help of this style you can create a calming atmosphere in your bedroom which can inspire you to relax and sleep. You can also use it for decorating living room where your family can get together in a clean and pleasing area. Zen style can be applied to the other rooms like the bathroom, the kitchen or even an office, just to name a few.

Dodson says that Zen style is very popular nowadays. It is present in various modern areas. Young and more contemporary people give the preference to this interior decorating style. It is present in big cities or in areas that have been updated in a more modern style.

Every person regardless of the age group and living area can always create a Zen inspired room décor. This decorating style can be great for people on the move and for those who like to stay at home. You should follow the recommendations and try to avoid over-decorating and clutter. As a result you can create personal soothing and calm Zen-inspired atmosphere in your home.