Belgian Style Furniture and Decorating is Trending

Over the last few years, one design style that has become more prominent is known as the Belgian Style. One simple way to describe the Belgian style is to say that it is simplified and harmonious, which is what makes it so elegant yet comfortable. If this is all sounding good to you, take a look at this American Cottage designed with Belgian Style and see if you're ready for a Belgian makeover.

Family Room

In the beautiful, simply designed family room, the featured wall of windows lets in natural light to bring warmth to the elegant space. The rich blue tufted sofa and chair, along with the smooth elegance of the gray velvet chair, help to bring a bit of color to the room. The mix of textures found in the rug pair nicely with the weathered wood and burnished metal round coffee and side tables. The neutral backdrop of the light walls fit in perfect contrast to the deep-stained wood floors. Decorative items are simple and elegant, and add detail without making the room feel cluttered.

Living Room

In the elegant, stunning living room, a dark stone fireplace surrounded by a natural-toned mantle is the center pieces of the room. Weathered wood and pewter finished metal bar carts placed in front of the french doors are functional, as well as a stunning feature to the room. The antiqued white finished bench, with it’s soft gray upholstery is perfectly placed near the fire. The cream-colored animal rug with it’s soft texture works beautifully against the stone flooring. The only pop of color can be found in the throw pillow placed casually on the floor.

Dining Room

In the dining room, the unexpected textures of the stone flooring and weathered Belgian style balustrade dining table give the room a lived-in European romantic feel. The light-gray velvet upholstered chairs with their weathered wood light frames create a simple elegance to the room. The design is finished off with the colorfully worn rug, the iron chandelier, and the paintings leaning against the wall above the sideboard.

Master Bedroom

In the master bedroom, the unexpected texture of the dark reclaimed wooden ceiling and the whitewashed wood of the high headboard bed frame add a true Belgian feel to this romantic bedroom. The selection of pieces with various textures, from the gray leather chairs with chrome legs, to the weathered upholstered bench, to the pops of color of the accessories in the room, all make this room a sanctuary.

Home Office

Whether you have a designated room in your house for an office, or simply a nook in your open-concept living room, the simple and elegant design of the writing desk will make a statement. The texture of the neutral weathered wood pairs beautifully with the Cabriole leg side chair, and the fluffy softness of the off-white rug. Decorative touches are kept to a minimum with only a simple plant, and some books to give the space a personal feel.

Guest Bedroom

One of he key component of the Belgian style room is the mixture of textures—and this room does just that. The upholstered bed frame is made from a combination of weather wood and upholstery, as is the bed end bench placed nicely at the foot of the bed. These are in contrast to the stone flooring, rustic bluestone top petite nightstands and simple throw rug which also adds a small pop of color. Lastly, the soft gray velvet chair set casually in the corner adds an additional bit of elegance to the room.

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