Interior design styles
Interior design styles include Japandi, boho, wabi sabi, dark academia, organic modern and more. This library breaks each style down by palette, materials and the three pieces that define it, so you can find your look and build it at home.
Not sure which is yours? Start with the three guides below, then work backwards from the pins you’ve already saved.
New here? Read these three first
“You probably already have a style. Open your saved pins and write down the three colours and two materials that keep repeating — that’s it.”
Every style guide, room by room
Showing: Newest first-

Front Door Overhang Ideas That Add Shelter and Curb Appeal
-

9 Contact Paper Furniture Makeovers You Can Finish in One Weekend
-

Teal and Walnut Interiors That Feel Rich, Warm, and Collected
-

Wildflower Tablescape Ideas for Relaxed Garden-Party Gatherings
-

Murphy Beds for Small Spaces That Give You Your Floor Back by Day
-

Daybed Room Ideas That Work as a Cozy Nook and a Guest Bed
-

Whimsical Kids Bedroom Ideas That Spark Imagination Without Overwhelming the Room
-

Apartment Decorating Ideas for Renters Who Want It to Feel Like Home
-

Painted Door Mural Ideas for Adding Art Without Buying Art
Styles by room
Found your style? See how it works in the room you’re decorating.
What are the main interior design styles?
The 10 most popular interior design styles are modern, minimalist, Scandinavian, industrial, mid-century modern, bohemian, traditional, farmhouse, coastal and transitional. Each style combines a colour palette, materials, furniture shapes and lighting into one recognisable look.
8 popular interior design styles at a glance
- Modern: clean lines, neutral colours and little ornament.
- Scandinavian: white walls, pale wood and soft textiles.
- Japandi: low furniture, natural materials and muted earth tones.
- Industrial: exposed brick, metal fixtures and dark leather.
- Bohemian: layered rugs, plants, rattan and mixed patterns.
- Farmhouse: shiplap, reclaimed wood and vintage accessories.
- Coastal: white and blue, linen and light woods.
- Dark academia: deep green or brown walls, books and antique wood.
How to find your interior design style
- Collect 20 saved images of rooms you like.
- Count the repeated colours, materials and furniture shapes.
- Match the pattern to the closest style in the list.
- Blend a second style at 70/30, keeping one style as the base.
Style questions readers ask most
How do I find my interior design style?
Look at what you’ve already saved. Note the colours, materials and furniture shapes that repeat across your pins — that pattern is your style, whatever its name.
What’s the difference between Japandi and wabi sabi?
Japandi is clean-lined and calm — pale wood, simple forms, very little clutter. Wabi sabi is looser and more textured, celebrating rough plaster, handmade pieces and visible wear.
Can I mix two styles in one room?
Yes — pick one as the base (about 80% of the room) and borrow two or three pieces from the other. Keep the colour palette shared so the mix reads as intentional.
What are the most timeless interior design styles?
Traditional, Scandinavian and transitional are the most timeless interior design styles. All 3 rely on neutral palettes, quality materials and simple shapes that outlast trends.
What are the best interior design styles for a small apartment?
Minimalist, Scandinavian and Japandi suit a small apartment. Light colours, low furniture and few objects keep the room open.
Can I mix interior design styles?
Yes. Pick one base style for 70% of the room and a second for 30%. Keep one shared element, such as the colour palette or wood tone, so the room reads as one design.
What is the difference between modern and contemporary design?
Modern design refers to a fixed period, roughly the early to mid 20th century, with clean lines and minimal ornament. Contemporary design follows current trends and changes over time.
What are the different types of interior design styles?
The main families are modern, contemporary, traditional, transitional, Scandinavian, Japandi, boho, industrial, farmhouse, mid-century modern, coastal and minimalist. Newer aesthetics such as dark academia and wabi sabi grow out of these.
What are the most popular interior design styles right now?
Japandi, Scandinavian, modern farmhouse, boho and mid-century modern are among the most searched. Transitional rooms, which blend traditional shapes with clean lines, are also common in family homes.
Which interior design styles suit a living room?
Scandinavian and Japandi suit calm, bright living rooms. Boho and farmhouse suit relaxed, layered ones. Mid-century modern works when you have good furniture shapes to show off, and transitional works when you share the room with several tastes.









