Spotlighting The Beauty Of A Traditional Spatial Design
A well-appointed, traditional spatial design offers unmatched beauty, with a distinctive interior that exudes elegance and style. Unfortunately, this end result can be difficult to achieve. All too often, traditional decor can feel overwhelmingly stuffy and uncomfortable, creating a living environment that feels more like a museum than a family home. Working with an interior designer can help you reach the refined, high-end aesthetic you desire by incorporating a splendid mix of old and new decorative elements with a traditional yet timeless appeal. Today, we will spotlight the beauty of a traditional spatial design by focusing on the two greatest dos and don’ts when embarking on a restoration or redesign.
Don’t Overdo The Old
If you reside in an older, historic home, you should always include some elements that are true to the time period of your restoration. With that said, going overboard with authentic period décor will only push you closer to the museum aesthetic that we mentioned earlier. While antiques are truly lovely, know that a comfortable and timeless traditional home is the goal. For both newer builds and historic restorations, balance is key, as seen in this mellow yellow Rittenhouse redesign by Stella Ludwig Interiors. Here, the graceful lines of traditional furniture are paired with a pop of modern color and flair through the use of designer fabrics.
Do Include Bespoke Elements
Custom, tailored pieces help to elevate any high-end spatial design, from the contemporary and transitional, to the traditional home. Whether it’s custom window treatments and bedding in gorgeous designer fabrics, or a sourcing of unique furniture, lighting and architectural fixtures, thoughtfully curated elements come together to create a well-appointed interior. Better yet, they can add a much-needed touch of personality and panache to your traditional interior styling. This signature Stella Delancey Street home is a prime example of a bespoke traditional interior that is both classic and comfortable.
Gone are the stuffy interior styling approaches of the past. As you can clearly see, a traditional spatial design can be both refined and inviting when done correctly and can honor the history of your home while still remaining liveable today. If you reside in the Greater Philadelphia Area, contact Stella Ludwig Interiors today to see how we can help transform your home in the new year.
Stella Ludwig Interiors is an award-winning boutique design firm specializing in high-end residential design. Located in the historic Rittenhouse Square area, we service discerning professional clients, empty nesters, and busy executives, as well as international families living in the Greater Philadelphia region and beyond. We are known for creating distinctive interiors that exude elegance with style and panache, and feel privileged to work in an ever-changing creative industry that allows us to use our experience and talents to bring joy to those we serve. Stella Ludwig Interiors projects and ideas have been featured in Architectural Digest, Philly+Home Design Magazine, Philadelphia Style, Philadelphia & Suburban Life Magazine, Bucks House & Home, Kravet Design Share, and Real Estate and Design Industry Blogs.