Interior Design Trends for Nigerian Homes
July 30, 2024
You know what makes you stand out as a Nigerian? When people, Nigerians and non-Nigerians alike, step into your space and can feel the warmth, hospitality, and breath of Africanness your environment carries, One of the different features that can portray these in your home is the style of your interior decoration. Generally, there is no doubt that the interior design of a Nigerian home will carry an effectively balanced blend of traditional and modern elements that reflect your rich cultural heritage as a Nigerian and also your love for comfort and priority in style. This article will share some interior design trends you will not mind jumping on.
One thing that stands out for Nigerians would be the beautiful Afrocentric fabrics, such as Adire and Ankara, that we identify with. Infusing these prints into your home as a form of furniture cover or wall art will certainly have a very nice feel to it. This would also go well alongside bold and statement colours such as red, orange, yellow, blue, and green. These bold colours have a way of adding to the energy and vibrancy of your space—traits that cannot be separated from the Nigerian spirit.
Another form of décor that would stand out would be infusing natural materials into the furniture and décor. The use of materials such as wood, bamboo, and rattan goes a long way in adding that Nigerian spirit to the mix of your home. This is because these materials not only carry the feeling of warmth and loneliness;f they also serve as some sort of connection with nature. And there is no doubt that nature is indeed something the Nigerian feeling would always create a sync with.
Aside from the aesthetically pleasing features, there is also the need to create and make the maximum use of space. Generally, Nigerians are known to enjoy the feeling of community, and this always leads them to host visitors, family, and friends. And as such, when there is enough space to house all of these people, there is no doubt that the home yet again aligns with the Nigerian spirit. This maximum space should be incorporated with plush furniture, rich texture, bold patterns, and vibrant colours and you have yourself the most Nigerian home every Nigerian would ever dream of having.
Other tips you may want to try out include the use of plants and greenery within and outside the home and the use of statement lighting with very unique features such as woven baskets, wooden chandeliers, etc. In attempting all of these different decorative styles, you can rest assured that you have not only created a beautiful, charming, and appealing Nigerian home, but you have also created one rich in culture, staying true to traditions and maintaining a significant touch with the country’s cultural heritage.