Homestyle Advocate Andrew Bercasio talks about designing an eclectic space.
When it comes to Homestyle rules, the eclectic style is a bit more forgiving as compared to the rest. Its ability to create certain moods and expressions are part of the reason why I gravitate towards it the most.
“To make eclectic’s wild, quirky nature of 'organized chaos' work, you need to still have it confined to a certain cohesiveness,” shares shopITOOH’s resident Homestyle advocate, Andrew Bercasio.
A certain flow is needed when curating your eclectic home decor. Eclectic is all about being bold with your design choices and infusing it with quirky inconsistency, while remembering not to cross the line between harmonious and busy.
Pulling off an eclectic look requires the discipline of adhering to a single element while playing around with all other aspects. If you have a palette to base on, what you can do is incorporate textures or match things up in scale. Mix in a matte fabric with a smoother sheen, or to add interest, pair tall accents with short round ones. It can also be about accentuating a focal point that features an eye-catching element.
When picking out eclectic home decor, it's best to go with your gut feel. It's the kind of aesthetic that revels in your own unique personality and preferences. To get you inspired on your eclectic home curation, we rounded up a few quirky items from the shopITOOH catalog.
1. Melted Round Stool in Silver Finish
“This upcycled conversation piece doubles as a side table or an extra stool–perfect for giving corners or small spaces an unconventional flair!”
An homage to the versatility of wood, this contemporary round stool features a unique soft-curved melted design made of recycled Mahogany wood. Because each chip is unique, no two stool patterns look alike. For added depth, each melted stool is finished in glistening silver.
2. Brown Burma Leather Ice Bucket
“Get things with a cool unexpected side to it! Like maybe an ice bucket but made of leather.”
Prizmic & Brill’s Brown Burma Leather Ice Bucket is designed with contemporary innovations to keep ice from melting and last longer. Each canister is double-walled for maximum insulation and lined in treated genuine leather with nickel accents and a black opus leather trim.
3. Agate Crystal Bookends (Set of 2)
“Eclectic plays heavily on textures. Stack your tomes between decorative bookends as opposed to plain ones for added interest.”
Create the perfect balance when displaying your book collection. These Agate Crystal Bookends gorgeously stand out with lush agate stones enveloped in gold painted edges and stands. The heavy frame that carries the crystals has a unique veining that adds to the power of its visual appeal.
4. Mundane Magnifique Pillow Cover
“One way to have your space scream eclectic is through your throws. Think print overload! But of course, leave some room for harmony in its design. After all, life’s too short for boring pillows.”
With the Mundane Magnifique pillow cover, even the simplest of spaces transform into anything but mundane. The lush pine green fabric is dotted with small florals and paisley-inspired motifs in gorgeous red, white, and yellow accents.
5. Galata Turkish Mosaic 2-Layer Table Lamp II
“Make travel a motif. Infuse a tapestry of culture and color to your space with a unique lamp that helps create diffused lighting for an eclectic ambience.”
Beautiful on its own and even more stunning when lit up, the Galata Turkish Mosaic 2-Layer Table Lamp uses two glass globes made using hand cut mosaic methods and glass blowing techniques perfected by Turkish craftsmen. Set on a polished brass finish, this two-tiered lamp imbues any space with a warm bohemian quality.
6. Seletti Studio Job Blow Porcelain Mouth Dinner Plate
“As for accent pieces, try to bring home eye-catching conversation pieces that are sure to catch a collector’s fancy.”
A nod to the retro pop art movement, the Seletti Studio Blow Mouth Dinner Plate gives dinner guests something to talk about. Made of porcelain, and completed with a 100% unique print, these plates can also double as a tablescape accent.
7. Maison Berger Chocolate Temptation Catalytic Lamp Gift Set
“Eclectic home decor can sometimes be provocative. Opt for a sensual quality when it comes to your home scents.”
The design of this Temptation Gift Set pushes through the limits of refinement. Its lacquered glass is made to be the embodiment of dark chocolate, while its body is exquisitely designed with curves that provide boundless beauty and charm that effectively transcends the time. The gift set includes accessories and a 250ml Sandalwood Temptation Purifying Scent.
“An eclectic theme plays on the concept of unexpected delights. This rose bouquet fixture indulges grand romantic motifs.”
Embrace gothic conceptualism with the exquisite Rose Chandelier. Each meticulously-created steel rose bursts with light as it bends from its stem. The stems are then tied together in a durable base that resembles a stunning bouquet that will never wilt.
