Top 20 Markets for June

Here They Are: The Top 20 Markets for June

DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 2016

The overall residential housing market is heating up this summer, but a markets in a few cities across the country are in a league of their own, notes Jonathan Smoke, realtor.com®’s chief economist.

Read more: Existing-Home Sales at Highest Pace in 9 Years

Realtor.com®’s research team identified the hottest markets by factoring in which ones had the most views per listing on its website and saw the quickest inventory movement. In these markets, homes are selling 20 to 38 days faster than the rest of the U.S.

Once again, California dominates this month’s list, but eight other states are also represented (Texas, Colorado, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Washington, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire). Seasonality is a big factor in this month’s rankings, Smoke notes.

“This is a peak time for people to be buying vacation homes in Michigan, because the weather is perfect,” Smoke says. “California markets tend to be fairly consistent—we don’t see huge changes.”

Source: “America’s 20 Hottest Real Estate Markets for June 2016,” realtor.com® (June 23, 2016)

Existing-Home Sales at Highest Pace in 9 Years

Existing-Home Sales at Highest Pace in 9 Years

DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2016

All major U.S. regions except the Midwest saw an uptick in existing-home sales last month, the National Association of REALTORS® reported Wednesday. As tight inventories continue to plague many markets, the median sales price for all housing types climbed to an all-time high of $239,700 in May — up 4.7 percent from a year earlier — as buyer demand outweighs housing supply.

Total existing-home sales, which are completed transactions for single-family homes, townhomes, condos, and co-ops, increased 1.8 percent month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.53 million in May. Sales are now up 4.5 percent from a year ago and are at the highest annual pace since February 2007. This is the third consecutive month for gains in existing-home sales.

"This spring's sustained period of ultra-low mortgage rates has certainly been a worthy incentive to buy a home, but the primary driver in the increase in sales is more home owners realizing the equity they've accumulated in recent years and finally deciding to trade up or downsize," says Lawrence Yun, NAR's chief economist. "With first-time buyers still struggling to enter the market, repeat buyers using the proceeds from the sale of their previous home as their down payment are making up the bulk of home purchases right now."

Yun says sales likely will maintain their current pace throughout the summer, assuming there are no further decreases in job growth that could prompt a pause among repeat buyers.

Here’s a closer look at how existing-home sales performed in May, according to NAR's latest housing report:

Home prices: The median existing-home price for all housing types was $239,700 in May, up 4.7 percent from a year ago. That also surpasses the previous peak in median sales prices of $236,300, set last June. Days on the market: Properties spent less time on the market in May, selling, on average, after 32 days. That's below the average time on market a year ago (40 days) and the shortest time since NAR began tracking such data in May 2011. Forty-nine percent of homes sold in May were on the market for less than a month, also the highest percentage since May 2011. Short sales were on the market the longest, at a median of 103 days in May, while foreclosures sold in 51 days. Non-distressed homes took 30 days.Housing inventories: Total housing inventory at the end of May increased 1.4 percent month-over-month to 2.15 million existing homes for sale. That is 5.7 percent lower than a year ago. At the current sales pace, unsold inventory represents a 4.7-month supply.

"Existing inventory remains subdued throughout much of the country and continues to lag even last year's deficient amount," says Yun. "While new-home construction has thankfully crept higher so far this year, there's still a glaring need for even more, to help alleviate the supply pressures that are severely limiting choices and pushing prices out of reach for plenty of prospective first-time buyers."

All-cash sales: Buyers paying in cash accounted for 22 percent of all transactions in May, down from 24 percent a year ago. Individual investors account for the biggest bulk of all-cash sales. Investors purchased 13 percent of homes in May, down from 14 percent a year ago.Distressed sales: Foreclosures and short sales dropped to 6 percent of all sales last month, down from 10 percent a year ago. Foreclosures comprised 5 percent of sales in May while short sales represented 1 percent of sales. On average, foreclosures sold for a discount of 12 percent below market value while short sales were discounted 11 percent.

Regional Snapshot

Here’s how existing-home sales fared across the country in May:

Northeast: existing-home sales rose 4.1 percent to an annual rate of 770,000, and are now 11.6 percent above a year ago. Median price: $268,600, which is 0.1 percent below May 2015.Midwest: existing-home sales fell 6.5 percent to an annual rate of 1.3 million in May but are still 3.2 percent higher than a year ago. Median price: $190,000, up 4.8 percent from a year ago.South: existing-home sales rose 4.6 percent to an annual rate of 2.28 million in May and are now 6.5 percent above a year ago. Median price: $211,500, up 5.9 percent from a year ago.West: existing-home sales climbed 5.4 percent to an annual rate of 1.18 million in May but are still 1.7 percent lower than a year ago. Median price: $346,900, which is 7.7 percent above a year ago.

Source: National Association of REALTORS®

The Classic Style Guide

The Refined Residence Style Guide

If historic detail and classic grandeur define your tastes, a traditional look could be your home’s perfect fit. Whether you’re outfitting a townhouse in the city, decorating a stately Colonial or Tudor, or simply looking to add a sense of elegance to an updated apartment, traditional furniture and decor bring warmth and polish to any home. Follow these tips for pulling together a timeless look.

Classic Style 101: The components of traditionally elegant decor

1. Timeless Details:  For a look that will never go out of style, incorporate Oriental rugs, furniture with classic elements like turned legs and carving, and antiques-inspired accents like ceramic lamps and gilded mirrors.
2. Grand Proportions:  Complement a larger room’s proportions with oversized pieces that command attention: a dining table fit to entertain a crowd, a four-poster or sleigh bed, or a generously sized Chesterfield sofa.
3. A Sense of History:  Incorporate antiques as well as traditional silhouettes such as Louis-style dining chairs, secretary desks, wingback chairs, and trestle tables. To freshen the aesthetic, look for classic shapes in updated materials such as neutral linen or jewel-toned velvet.
4. Timeless Materials:  When choosing traditional furniture, lighting, and accents, you can’t go wrong with proven, durable materials such as linen, polished wood, brass, leather, and marble. Incorporate shine with crystal chandeliers, silver and gold accents, and lacquered furniture.

Tufted armchairs are a good choice for the traditional style room.

Leather upholstery is a timeless look that will always be in style.

Elements of Traditional Style: How to put together a classically refined look

The Palette:  A traditional interior is all about understatement—designs that catch your eye but don’t feel trendy or overdone. Consider decorating within one of the following palettes, which add depth to a space while retaining a sense of elegant restraint.

• Polished Neutrals:  Cream, taupe, and espresso are versatile tones that blend well with nearly any accent colors and decor. Stick to neutral shades on your foundations, such as walls and upholstered furniture, and incorporate texture via plush pillows, rugs, abstract wall art, decorative lighting, and accents with a hint of shine.
• Classic Drama:  A neutral palette with one or two deep color pops, such as navy, deep claret, olive, or rich gold, walks just the right line between conservative and fashion-forward. Vibrant window treatments, accent chairs, pillows, and throws are perfect ways to incorporate bolder shades while maintaining Traditional style.
• Gorgeous Grayscale:  The combination of black, white and gray feels both sleek and traditional. Mix furniture and accent pieces in black and white, and incorporate grayscale patterns to provide visual interest. For added drama, layer in glossy lacquer, shimmering mercury glass, and touches of brass, chrome, and pewter.

Choosing Traditional Furniture

For traditional spaces that still feel fresh, aim for a balance between old and new, antique and contemporary. Opt for a more contemporary china cabinet or etagere, while picking traditional couches and loveseats matched with an antique estate sale coffee table. Nailheads, tufted fabrics, and linen upholstery are great ways to help your home achieve the traditional style look. These guidelines below can help you select just the right blend:

Selena Upholstered Bench

Showcasing a diamond trellis motif and rolled arms, this charming traditional bench makes the perfect addition to your master suite or entryway.

• Choose classic silhouettes:  Wing chairs, spool chairs, trestle tables, and chaises are beloved for a reason and essential traditional furniture choices. Features like cabriole legs, and claw feet make tables and chairs feel regal, and interesting details keep the eye moving from piece to piece.
• Look for tailored upholstery:  The traditional look is very finished. Hand-applied details such as button-tufting, nailheads, and welting convey refinement and speak to classic aesthetics.
• Mix your finishes:  For a collected look, combine wood furniture in ebony, cherry, and chestnut shades. Don’t be afraid to break up a living room or bedroom set. Mixing in glass and stone-topped tables can add to a room’s layered effect.

Traditional Accents & Decor

A hand-selected assortment of decorative touches sets a thoughtful, dignified tone. Consider these ideas when choosing accents for your traditional space.

• Mix in antiques:  A few key heirlooms lend seriousness to a room. Try hanging an antique mirror above a contemporary sofa, or dress a sleek bookcase with a set of vintage figurines or leather-bound books. The contrast will draw attention to the age and history of your finds, sparking conversation.
• Dress walls and windows:  Whether you opt for simple rod-pocket curtains or elegant pinch-pleat drapes, window treatments and hardware help to finish a traditional decor scheme. Similarly, hanging a collection of wall art can give a gallery-like sophistication to a space.
• Fill it with flowers:  Nothing says classic hospitality like an arrangement of greens greeting you (and your guests) at the door, or a vase of small blooms in the guest bath. Change out seasonal arrangements to reflect upcoming holidays and occasions, and guests will always look forward to dropping by and seeing what’s new. 

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The Glam Style Guide

The Glam Style Guide

If you think that every day should be a special occasion, the only appropriate gift is jewelry, and there's no point in getting dressed unless you're doing it to the nines, this dazzling decorating style will make you feel right at home. Read on for a crash course in getting a glam furniture and décor look.

Glam Style 101: The basics of a high-style space.

1. Pile it on: When it comes to decorating a glamorous space, more is more. Build your room around embellished furniture, shimmering accents, and bold color combinations.
2. Go Lush and Plush: Furniture and textiles with luxurious texture—like plush velvet sofas, satin sheets, cashmere throw blankets, and flokati rugs—are a staple of the style.
3. Bring on the Bling: Take inspiration for a lavish look straight from your jewelry box: choose sparkling gem tones, pearlescent finishes, and crystal accents. And don't forget metallics: Incorporate silver and gold tones with chrome light fixtures, brass nailheads, or mirrored furniture.
4. Add Drama: Each room should have at least one statement-making, show stopping piece. Seek out crystal-laden chandeliers, furniture with exaggerated silhouettes, or an oversized, Art Deco-inspired sunburst mirror.

Elements of Glam Style: All of the tips you need to bring glamour to your home.

The Palette: From neutral to saturated, there's a posh palette for every color preference. Here are a few of our favorite pairings for a luxe space.

Bold and Bejeweled

For a regal look, base your color scheme around jewel tones. Mix shades of sapphire and turquoise, or pair rich ruby with glimmering gold for a gem of a palette.

Black, White, and Glamorous

It doesn't get more dramatic than a room based around classic black and white. Accent this high-contrast pairing with mirrored furniture or metallic silver accents.

Classically Chic

Like a perfectly tailored trench coat or little black dress, decor picks in black and camel exude upscale sophistication. To ensure the result is chic, not severe, mix in softer shades of cream and beige, too.

Glam Furniture

Incorporating furniture with upscale details and fancy finishes doesn't mean your home can't be comfortable and inviting, too. When decorating a glam room, remember the following to ensure a well-balanced space.

1. Mix in Mirrored Pieces Create an elevated, but approachable mix by juxtaposing painted pieces or furniture in more traditional wood tones with a mirrored chest, desk, or accent table.
2. Look for Dressy Details Like jewelry and accessories, tufting, nailheads, and piping are little details with big impact. The more embellishments your furniture has, the more formal the look.
3. Add in Dramatic Silhouettes Set a chic scene with furniture that features exaggerated proportions or elaborate forms, like arched headboards, high-backed dining chairs, tuxedo sofas, or demilune chests.

Glam Accents & Decor

Faux fur throws are a great way to show off your glam decor sytle.

A show-stopping space spares no detail. Finish off your design with fanciful flourishes—like faux-fur throws, fashion-forward wall art, and eye-catching lighting — to ensure an elevated room. Opt for a flashy glam wall sconce in gold, black or white to help light up your living room. Read our tips below on how to get the glam out of your home accents and decor:

1. Go High-Pile: Fur immediately evokes a sense of luxury. Incorporate it at home with a faux sheepskin throw blanket, a Mongolian fur ottoman, or a flokati rug.
2. Light up the Room: Glam Lighting should be both decorative and functional. Try incorporating a candelabra chandelier, a beaded flush mount, or a pair of sconces with crystal drop shades into your space.
3. Take Cues from Your Closet: Dress your walls with fashion-inspired prints featuring iconic design houses, or maps of stylish cities like Paris, London, or New York to add panache.
4. Make the Room Bloom: Whether you choose real blossoms or faux bouquets, flowers are an essential part of glamorous decor. Opt for lush varieties like garden roses, peonies, and hydrangeas.

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The Sleek Studio Modern Style Guide

The Sleek Studio Modern Style Guide

If the idea of a crisp, clean, clutter-free space appeals to you, a modern look might be just the right fit for your home. Follow these tips below and discover how minimalist furniture, high-polish accents, and a bold but well-edited color palette can give your home a fresh new look.

Contemporary Style 101: All of the essential moves for a modern home.

Simplify and Minimize:

Sleek, pared-down shapes are essential to modern design. Choose furniture and decor that are fairly compact and low-profile, such as sofas that sit closer to the floor, lamps with thin, slight bases, and accent tables with minimal hardware. Not only does this create a streamlined, airy look, it makes living in smaller spaces easier and more comfortable.

Find the Right Angle:

One of the most important characteristics of modern decor is clean lines and an emphasis on overall form rather than intricate detail. When choosing furnishings, select pieces that feature crisp angles and clean surfaces. Coffee tables, mirrors, and rugs for the modern home are often inspired by geometric forms—squares, rectangles, and triangles.

Add Curve Appeal:

While straight lines are important, a bit of curvature balances the look. Think bentwood chairs, tulip-style tables, and sculptural oval lamps.

Turn Up the Heat:

Modern design has an undeserved reputation for being stark and cold, but the right mix of pieces can create a truly inviting space. To keep more contemporary silhouettes from feeling sterile, choose accents in bold shades like red and orange, add a faux sheepskin area rug, or incorporate warm woods like polished teak, walnut, or maple.

Elements of Modern Style: The fundamental components of contemporary style.

The Palette:  Your home doesn’t have to be a vision in white to be modern—there are endless possibilities when it comes to your color palette. Any color scheme can work as long as it’s pared down enough. Stick with two or three colors for your anchor pieces, and play with accent colors to your heart’s content.

The Classic:

Juxtapose sophisticated neutrals like camel, navy, and black with shiny metallic finishes like brass, copper, polished nickel, and chrome.

Electric Style:

Choose a neutral like light grey or ivory and use different shades of it throughout your space. Then, throw in a pop of color using throw pillows, decorative bowls and vases, and artwork in neon hues.

Into the Dark:

Go deep by using mostly black and charcoal to decorate. Keep it from feeling closed off by incorporating lighter elements sporadically—for example, break up a sea of dark cabinetry with an ivory countertop. If you’re going with a black sofa, offset it with a white accent chair.

Modern Furniture

In our book, furniture needs to be both hardworking and beautiful. Create a home that’s modern and functional with these decorating ideas.

Add Elements of Surprise:

In a smaller space, increase functionality by trying a sleek settee in place of a traditional sofa, a set of lucite nesting tables instead of a standard coffee table, or a storage ottoman instead of an extra arm chair.

Leave it to the Legs:

When choosing your furniture, don’t overlook the legs. Tapered legs, hairpin legs, and legs in a dark wood or even a chrome finish are all safe bets for modern spaces.

Emphasize Wood Tones:

Choose coffee tables, sideboards, or bookshelves in polished walnut or burled wood to create a warm environment that still feels modern.

Modern Accents & Decor

Once you’ve taken care of the color palette and the larger items, you’re free to play with smaller accent pieces. Find the perfect modern details for every room of your home by following these tips.

Go Chrome:

Quintessential to the modern aesthetic is shiny chrome. A table lamp with a chrome base, a bookshelf with chrome shelves, or a gleaming light fixture is a sure way to command attention.

In the Abstract:

Since many modern furniture pieces are artful and sculptural in their own right, they pair well with quirky wall art and sculptures. Try a colorful abstract print on its own or in a gallery wall, or place a shapely statement object on your coffee table or mantel.

Float On:

Instead of a standard bookcase, consider using a series of floating shelves to display your collections. You can also lean framed pieces against the wall this way. Floating shelves are an easy way to change up your décor, and because they’re suspended off the ground, they can help create the illusion of more space.

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Cottage Furniture Style Guide

Cottage Furniture Style Guide

Love the idea of living in an inviting cottage full of flea-market treasures? Any space can be transformed into a shabby-meets-sophisticated space with a few thoughtful touches. Create your own inviting, timeworn look at home with these cottage furniture ideas and decorating tips.

Cottage Style 101: How to create a charming, welcoming look in any home.

Embrace Distress:

What sets a cottage-inspired space apart is its sense of easy hospitality. Weathered, distressed pieces set a relaxed tone and lend your furnishings a sentimental air. Common finishes for country -cottage furniture, décor, and accents include whitewash or gesso, galvanized metal, and vintage glass.

Think Heirloom, not Antique:

A hallmark of shabby-yet-sophisticated style is items that nod to the past. But that doesn’t mean you have to source museum-quality antiques. Family heirlooms, yard-sale finds, and items that appear “found” or passed down add as much, if not more, cottage charm to a room.

Bring In a Bit of Whimsy:

Whether it’s a ceramic rooster perched on a kitchen shelf, a candleholder fashioned from mason jars, or burlap table runner, items with an unexpected story keep a home’s mood light.

Mix the upscale with the utilitarian:

A vintage-style chandelier offers a delightful contrast to a barnwood headboard, while delicate china displayed against humble beadboard assumes a quiet grace. Mix and match to create the perfect balance of elegant and rustic.

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The Rustic Furniture Style Guide

The Rustic Furniture Style Guide

If a warm, cozy space filled with vintage-inspired finds and tidbits of history appeals to you, then rustic decor may be the perfect fit for your home. Follow these design tips and use rich leather, distressed woods, and hints of metal to give any room a well-worn, laid-back feel.

Rustic Style 101: All of the essentials for a rustic home.

1. Distressed is Best: Furniture and accents that appear timeworn will give your space a homey, lived-in look. Intersperse newer-looking pieces, like plush throw pillows and polished wall sconces, to keep it from feeling too shabby.
2. Work with Wood: Shelving, consoles, and coffee tables in rough-hewn wood are hard-working but feel cozy. Pieces made from reclaimed wood bring an element of antiquity to your home.
3. Mix and Match Metals: Copper, steel, and iron work well together in a rustic setting. Iron wire baskets, copper pitchers, and steel barstools are all useful ways to incorporate metals in your space.
4. Love Leather: Sofas, arm chairs, and benches upholstered in buttery leather are both practical and comfortable, while storage bins and large trunks with leather details exude rustic appeal.

Elements of Rustic Style: All of the necessary components to achieve a rustic look.

The Palette: It's hard to go wrong with a rustic color palette. Choose a neutral color scheme and mix in hints of warm and cool colors for a welcoming, relaxed space that still has an indisputable energy about it.

A Traditional Approach

A classic rustic color palette is forged in deep browns, grays, black, and dashes of navy blue and sage green. Warm auburn and hints of paprika tie it all together to create a cozy, inviting home.

Rustic, Redefined

Add pops of brighter hues throughout your space-a chest in a weathered robin's egg blue, an accent stool in a rusty red, and an iron bench in a bright kelly green all achieve this.

Light and Bright

Reflect more light and give your home an airy feel with a lighter color scheme. Combine white, ivory, and lighter gray with small accents in a color like pale green or burnt orange for a fresh take on rustic style.

Rustic Furniture

Rustic decor has a warm, inviting feel. Make sure you channel that in your furniture by choosing pieces that incorporate soft leather, casual fabric, sturdy wood, and hints of metal.

1. Go For an Industrial Edge: Classic silhouettes with factory-inspired detailing tie in well with a rustic design scheme. Find this look in cabinets with wire-fronted drawers, bookshelves made from metal rather than wood, and consoles on large casters.
2. Keep it Cozy: Soft leather sofas, wicker arm chairs, and footstools upholstered in casual linen all help a space to feel laid-back and comfortable.
3. Choose Wooden Furniture: Rough-hewn wood is a must-have in any rustic home, so choose a media cabinet, dining table, or nightstand in a beautiful, long-lasting wood to achieve this classic look.

Rustic Accents & Decor

Add a personal touch to your space with vintage-inspired finds and accents that tie the rustic look together.

1. Light it Up: Simple iron chandeliers, pendants, and table lamps are all hallmarks of the rustic design scheme. Add in a light fixture or two with metal or wire cage shades to bring in a subtle industrial twist.
2. Climb Up the Walls: Don't forget to utilize all of your wall space-hang distressed, understated wall clocks, large vintage prints, and unique shelving units to fill it out.
3. Bring the Outdoors In: Display seasonal wreaths, faux taxidermy, and chandeliers made from faux antlers to create a lodge-like space.

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Coastal Furniture & Decor Style Guide

Coastal Furniture & Decor Style Guide

Whether your home has an ocean view or you simply crave a casual, coastal chic feel, there are just a few steps between you and a beach beautiful space. Consider these coastal style furniture ideas and nautical decorating tips.

Seaside Style 101: The basics of ocean-inspired home design.

1. Keep it Casual: Since coastal cottages are all about unwinding, furniture and finishes should be relaxed and unfussy. (can we get a quick example that names some furniture types?) e.g. Stay away from wrought iron and go for some weathered wicker patio furniture.
2. Bring the Outdoors In: The look is inspired by coastal settings, so turn to natural wood tones, natural fibers that evoke beach grass, and colors reminiscent of the sand, sea, and sky. Same as above, e.g. Teak or white dining furniture are favorites for this look.
3. Let in the Light: As beach house spaces are bright and breezy, plenty of light is a must. To let in lots of natural light, opt for diffusing shades or sheers over windows. Layering light fixtures (like mixing pendants with sconces and table lamps) adds to the airiness.
4. Think Outside the Shell: A literal approach to coastal style—one that incorporates marine wall decor like anchors, shells, and boats—is more appropriate for harborside homes than inland ones. But even if your home has a water view, limiting yourself to one or two beach-themed patterns keeps the look from crossing into “kitsch”. Beyond those details, focus on using materials and textures that communicate “beach” in a subtle, sophisticated way.

Elements of Coastal Style: Colors and materials with beach-house charm.

The Palette: For ocean-inspired homes and beach houses, there’s no combination more classic blue and white. But by varying shades, saturation, and accent colors, you can personalize the palette for your space and style. Whether you prefer nautical and preppy or natural and serene, consider these tips.

For a New England-nautical vibe

Accent a navy and white palette with bold pops of red and yellow. For furniture, choose darker, polished wood tones like a walnut coffee table or cherry accent chairs, plus painted pieces in primary shades.

For a Carolina-coastal approach

Pair misty blues and pale shades of aqua with softer shades of white like cream and eggshell. With wood, opt for bleached or white-washed finishes.

For a neutral take

If you prefer to decorate without much color, evoke a beach house feel by pairing shades of white, gray, and sand with furniture in weathered or reclaimed wood.

For a tropical twist

Deep aquamarine shades accented by touches of pink recalls waves, conch, and coral. Painted or natural, pieces like rattan decorative boxes and bamboo framed mirrors augment the island vibe.

The Furniture

1. Say yes to slipcovers. Casually chic and easy to clean, slipcovered seating in a pale neutrals evokes the sails of a boat.
2. Choose furniture with function. Bunk beds, daybeds with trundles, pullout sofas, and extra seating make it easy to accommodate house guests.
3. Follow tradition.Coastal style has traditional roots, so look for timeless shapes or antique pieces. If you want a more updated look, paint classic furniture white or a vibrant shade of red or blue.

The Accents & Decor

1. Include elements of the coastal life. Stripes, rope accents, porthole mirrors, and buoys add classic regatta-inspired charm. Sea glass, sun-bleached shells, and collections of glass bottles in various shades of blue and green are reminders of the ocean landscape.
2. Bring in blooms. Bouquets of real or faux hydrangeas, pale roses, and tulips keep the look light. Choose casual arrangements, and stick to a mellow pastel palette.
3. Incorporate details found in classic coastal homes. Beadboard, shiplap, and wainscoting add interest to walls. Lantern-style pendants illuminate interiors and outdoor spaces alike.

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Boho Furniture & Decor Style Guide

Boho Furniture & Decor Style Guide

If you crave a relaxed, fun space that reflects your personal interests and experiences, then bohemian furniture and decor may be for you. Find unexpected harmony in overlapping prints, fabrics, and styles by following these decorating tips.

Bohemian Style 101: All of the essentials to create an enchanting, eclectic interior.

1. Play up the Pattern: Mixing textiles is an easy way to give your space a romantic, undone vibe. Try combining sizes and styles; choose a large zebra hide rug, a more subdued ethnic throw, and delicate floral pillows to give a living room an undeniable energy.
2. Showcase Travel Treasures: Bohemian style represents insatiable curiosity and an exploratory nature. Display souvenirs from your travels or ones that call to mind your favorite places to create a home that is rich with memories and culture.
3. Bring in the BotanicalsSurround yourself with lush plant life to evoke a carefree atmosphere. Nothing says bohemian like easygoing decor-and nothing says easygoing like the organic forms of cascading foliage and bright blossoms.
4. Ride the Curve:When choosing larger pieces for your home, focus on finding furniture and accents with soft forms and rounded edges. Think Moroccan poufs, floor pillows, and deep, inviting seating.

Elements of Bohemian Style: The materials and colors to design a wonderfully eccentric home.

The Palette: Rich, luxe shades-warm and cool alike-are fundamental elements of this unorthodox style. That being said, never underestimate the power of more traditional earth tones to bring serenity to your space.

Cool Comfort

Try playing with amethyst, turquoise, and jade. Turquoise is vivid, so use it in smaller accents throughout a room. Jade makes a wonderful wall color, and furniture upholstered in faded amethyst velvet provides a hint of vintage glamour.

Warm Wishes

Saffron, ruby, and dashes of bright pink work in harmony to create a cozy, inviting space. Cover a neutral sofa in patterned pillows laced with mustard and magenta, and anchor the space with a rug in coordinating shades of deep red and golden yellow.

The More the Merrier

Combine warm and cool shades for an exuberant landscape of color that is sure to invigorate your space. Then, choose textiles that utilize both shades to tie everything together.

Natural and Neutral

If you love the bohemian vibe but aren't as inclined to pile on layer after layer of color, earth tones may be your best option. Look for upholstered furniture and patterned accent pieces in cream, beige, and rich terracotta to create an understated bohemian vibe.

The Furniture

For a globetrotting feel, bohemian style furniture shouldn't be perfectly matched. When considering sofas, break up a coordinating set by incorporating a flea market find, and don't forget that soft furniture with plenty of room to lounge is essential to creating a relaxed environment.

1. Mix and (don't) Match: Take a fearless approach to your furniture-don't think twice about mixing leather, velvet, and wood. You can tie the materials in together later on with textiles and decor. .
2. Bend and Bow: Furniture with graceful, curved lines is ideal in bohemian decor. Try modern takes on Victorian styles-their swooping silhouettes mixed with more casual bohemian elements create a sort of free-spirited elegance.
3. Toy with Textiles: Don't limit pattern to small accents and decor pieces. Pick a printed arm chair-and while you're at it, choose a printed ottoman to go with it.

The Accents & Decor

Complete your bohemian oasis by tending to the details of the space. Your pieces should feel collected, so take your time gathering unique items that really resonate with your style. It won't happen in one afternoon, but the result will be a distinctive space reflective of your personal interests.

1. Mix in Metallics Gold, bronze, and copper accents are sure to catch your eye and add interest to a room. Use these colors in statuettes, decorative bowls, and picture frames.
2. Give in to Glass Glass-colored and clear-is a must-have in a bohemian space. Moravian star pendant lights, miniature terrariums, and vases are all great ways to incorporate glass.
3. Curate Culture: In your travels, choose small items, like eclectic textiles, one-of-a-kind wall art, or local pottery to bring home and display. Not only will these elements make wonderful conversation pieces, they'll serve as everyday reminders of your adventures.

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