If you love to refresh your home decor with the latest trends, you might want to consider adding some accent pieces to your space. Accent pieces are smaller items that can add personality, color, and texture to your rooms without breaking the bank. They are also easy to swap out or update if you get bored of them.
However, not all accent pieces are created equal. Some of them are more likely to stand the test of time and look good in any style of home. These are the pieces that designers recommend investing in, as they will serve you well for years to come.
Here are six types of timeless accent pieces that you can use in any room of your home.
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1. A Classic Chest
A classic chest is a versatile piece of furniture that can provide storage, display, and style in any room. Designer Meg Hosler of Meggie H. Interiors suggests looking for a chest with a traditional design and quality materials, such as tiger maple or mahogany. “These are pieces that will work in any room, whether it be the bedroom to hold clothing, the dining room for table linens, the front hall as a pretty place to stash light bulbs, or the living room to place a beautiful lamp and collectables,” she says. A chest can also add some contrast and character to a room full of modern or mass-produced furniture. You can find antique or well-made reproduction chests at consignment shops or online sites like Chairish.
2. A Solid Color Table Lamp With a Barrel Shaped Shade
When it comes to lighting up your bedroom, designer Sandra Asdourian recommends choosing a solid color table lamp with an interesting texture and a barrel shaped lamp shade. “This style never seems to go out of style,” she says. A solid color lamp can complement any color scheme and add some warmth and coziness to your space. A barrel shaped shade can also create a soft and even light distribution that is ideal for reading or relaxing.
3. Trays of All Kinds
Trays are one of the most useful and decorative accent pieces you can have in your home. They can help you organize, display, and style various items on different surfaces. “You can style them on a cocktail table, console, or dining table,” Asdourian says. You can also use trays to hold perfumes and beauty products in the bathroom, liquor and wine bottles on a bar cart, office essentials on a desk, or coffee grounds and olive oil bottles in the kitchen. There are many shapes, sizes, and colors of trays to choose from, so you can easily find one that suits your taste and needs.
4. A Statement Mirror
A statement mirror can do wonders for your space. It can reflect light, create an illusion of spaciousness, add some drama and glamour, and serve as a focal point in any room. Designer Emma Beryl of Emma Beryl Interiors suggests looking for a mirror with an interesting shape or frame that can catch the eye and enhance the overall design of your space. “A statement mirror is something that will never go out of style because it adds so much personality and interest to a room,” she says.
5. A Vintage Rug
A vintage rug can add some warmth, texture, and history to your floors. Designer Lauren Martin-Moro of Lauren Martin Interiors loves using vintage rugs in her projects because they have a unique charm and character that new rugs lack. “They have been around for decades or even centuries and have seen many trends come and go,” she says. “They have a story to tell and they bring that story into your home.” A vintage rug can also work well with any style of furniture and decor, as it can create a contrast or a harmony depending on how you pair it.
6. A Plant
A plant is not only an accent piece but also a living thing that can bring some life and freshness to your home. Designer Jessica Davis of JL Design Nashville says that plants are always in style because they have many benefits for your health and well-being. “Plants help purify the air, reduce stress levels, boost mood, and improve productivity,” she says. “They also add color, texture, and dimension to any space.” You can choose from a variety of plants that suit your lighting conditions and maintenance preferences, such as succulents, ferns, orchids, or fiddle leaf figs.
