Women usually dominate the realm of interior design, but that doesn't mean that guys can't have their own well-designed and attractive homes. Decor for a male space, however, can be quite difficult; pastel-colored walls and fancy trinkets are seen more as emasculating than elegant. Florals and intricate patterns are out of the question, yet the space must somehow be made vibrant and interesting. As you can see, creativity is a crucial element when decorating a masculine room.
Start by browsing through magazines to get ideas on how to decorate your space. If you're really allergic to anything floral and frilly, don't bother going through those hyper-trendy publications. Go with magazines that you would actually buy and enjoy reading yourself. Even male interest magazines occasionally feature tips and guides on how to decorate an interior. Ideas, though, can come from anywhere. Even the backdrops and scenes they use for print ads can become the inspiration for your new space.
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You should then consider what you've got to work with. Does the room have anything architecturally interesting like a sloped wall or inclined ceilings? Is there some visual drama like with a set of huge windows or a massive bookshelf? Look for the elements that are big and interesting so that you know what items you can accent and emphasize when you begin decorating.
Floor to ceiling would be the best path for a guy to take when decorating any room. Prioritize comfort in your decor, so choose a material that you'll enjoy feeling against your feet. Plain, solid colored rugs are best because they go with just about anything. White or cream rugs are particularly elegant, especially when paired with a dark or industrial themed room. If you're not the diligent type when it comes to cleaning, though, dark rugs might be a wiser idea to make dirt less obvious.
Once you've got the floor set up, paint should be the next item on your list. It's the quickest way to change the mood in any room, especially if you're trying to convert an overly girls room into a simpler, more serious one. Solid colors are the best idea because they easily work with other visual elements, and the right shade of certain colors can create the right energy and ambiance in a room. Dark greens and light browns, for example, simulate the earthy feel of the outdoors, while deep reds and light blues capture a more formal feel. Keep away from bus patterns and intricate wallpapers that can make a room look busy and dated.
Masculine rooms, however, can also tend to be too masculine, making them seem sterile and unwelcoming. Curtains help solve this problem by breaking up the color and adding a softer texture to the room. A neutral color or a simple stripe pattern works best so that the curtain is distinct but doesn't clash. An even better idea is to coordinate or match the color of your curtain to that of your rug to pull your walls and your floor together.
Wall art is the final detail that will round out your decor. You can choose any theme or item you want, so long as you steer clear of posters. Aside from looking tacky, they're items that one would expect in a college dorm room and not a bachelor's pad. If you feel, however, that you simply have to have posters, at least frame them before installing the posters on your walls. Memorabilia is a much better idea, especially if you're passionate about something. Old sports jerseys, medals and figurines will give your room the look and feel of that ideal awesome pad.
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Winsome Wood Bailey Leaning Wood Desk with Shelves Feature
- Modern leaning desk with two shelves offers sleek look and small footprint
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- Measures 30 inches wide by 20 inches deep by 75 inches high; desk area measures 27 inches wide by 19 inches deep
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