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Oriental Interiors
Oriental Interiors
Jasline Reyes
ORIENTAL INTERIORS
“ORIENTAL”
Source: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oriental
POP QUESTION
Source: https://www.worldometers.info/geography/how-many-countries-in-asia/
DEPENDENCIES OR OTHER TERRITORIES
1. Taiwan
2. Hong Kong
3. Macao
https://www.worldometers.info/geography/how-many-countries-in-asia/
BUTTTTTTT
PEROOOOOO
IN OTHER TERMS…
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orient
ORIENTAL VS ASIAN VS EASTERN:
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
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ASIAN
• Asian means a person, place, or thing which comes from, or is associated with,
the Asian continent and region.
• Asian is the standard, accepted term these days, while some of its synonyms
(other names to call Asians) have become archaic and/or offensive, but we’ll go
into detail on these in just a bit.
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ORIENTAL
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SO, WHAT IS ORIENTAL DESIGN
TALAGA???
THE MEANING OF ORIENTAL DESIGN
Tracing the impact and popularity of oriental design involves tracing the
influence of Asian culture itself. When looking at East Asia, the majority of
this can be located throughout the history of China, the region’s oldest and
most significant civilisation. Throughout the early history of many other cultures
in East Asia, including Japan and Korea, Chinese influence can be seen.
On the other side of Asia, many cultures can be traced back to India,
particularly the proliferation of the Sanskrit language. This cultural development
helped to promote ‘Indian’ styles and cultures across many other culturally-
significant nations, such as Sri Lanka and Thailand. In locations such as Nepal,
the blend between Chinese and Indian influence can be seen acutely.
Historic Asian design often relied heavily on these two Silk is another material that was first developed in
materials. Wood is a common feature of much antique China before slowly moving West, through India, before
furniture from around the world, but Asian examples reaching Europe. Both India and China are the biggest
were famed for their intricate detailing. producers of silk in the world, where it was and still is
Moreover, lacquer, used to give a more robust and regarded as a luxury material.
shinier finish to wooden products, originated in Asia,
with roots in both India and China.
Porcelain is perhaps Asian culture’s biggest influence in
the world of design, having been a secret of the
Chinese civilisation for hundreds of years before
reaching Europe.
Calligraphy, the art of writing, has been a part of Throughout the history of many civilisations, flowers are
many cultures across the world. However, in East Asia used as a powerful method of symbolism. The English Rose
particularly, it is much more appreciated as an art form or Scottish Thistle are two examples from closer to home.
in itself. Again, influenced by the environment, the flowers used in
oriental design are different and, as such, produce different
In China, Korea, Japan and many more East Asian
aesthetics.
nations, calligraphy plays a large role in the modern art
scene. These works are commonly done on paper with Some prominent examples in Asian culture are the lotus
black ink, with multiple smaller factors giving each piece flower, which has many Buddhist connotations, and plum
a sense of individuality. and cherry blossoms, which are prominent in the arts of
China and Japan. In many cases, these flowers are used to
Like culture itself, in many cases, Asian calligraphy can
represent the beauty and shortness of human life.
be traced back to Ancient Chinese writings
which initially took the form of carvings on hard
surfaces.
•ARAB
•ASIAN
EXAMPLES
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ARAB
• High Arches
• Good Space Lighting
• Rich natural colors
• Openwork sculpture and abundance of ornaments
• Arches
• Colorful textiles and decor
Source: https://www.hackrea.com/stories/oriental-interior-style-design-and-decoration-features/
JAPANESE ASCETICISM
• The Japanese-style interior is extremely minimalist:
• Surfaces are not decorated with anything or minimal decor is used.
• The bedrooms are separated by thin partitions.
• There is almost no furniture, for example: it is not common to use
chairs, the tables do not exceed 30 cm above the ground; the beds are
low, people sleep without pillows, cushions or special supports for the
head and neck; instead of a bath, we use a barrel-like font.
• The floors are covered with carpets – smooth carpets made of
natural fibers.
• Cabinets and dressers are not used, and items are stored in special
chests or containers with comfortable seats.
• The range of colors is mainly neutral and natural: light shades of wood,
sand, black and white, natural green.
• All objects and surfaces are made of natural materials: wood, bamboo,
rattan, rice paper and light natural fabrics.
• You should not be surprised, because a real Japanese, like every
member of his family, needs the most necessary things and he does
more than compensate for the richness of his soul by the scarcity of
his accommodation.
Source: https://www.hackrea.com/stories/oriental-interior-style-design-and-decoration-features/
CHINESE
• Bamboo is the hallmark of any Chinese interior
• The decor of the Chinese-style room is completed by
paintings – panels using the technique of applying
fragments of wood, straw or mosaics. A vase or set of
Chinese porcelain or its imitation, covered with a white
and blue pattern with moths, birds, dragons, bamboo
groves, will become a dignified and incredibly
characteristic decoration of the room.
• Colour. Red is considered to be loved by its people. It is a
symbol of power and life. Often it is combined with black.
• Walls. They can be painted or plastered. Sometimes they
use paper wallpapers (which is preferable, since they were
invented in China). Often, the walls are decorated with
spectacular paintings - it can be mountains, trees, birds,
flowers, sakura. Each such figure in the representation of
the Chinese has a certain symbolic meaning. When
choosing wallpaper for the room, you should ask what the
selected picture means.
Source: https://www.hackrea.com/stories/oriental-interior-style-design-and-decoration-features/
https://nz.dikidaycare.com/3899-oriental-style-in-the-interior-of-an-apartment
MOORISH
It has the characteristic features of design, due to which it is difficult to
confuse it with another stylistic direction. It is distinguished by:
• Splendor, luxury, plenty of details.
• A large number of interesting patterns, intricate ornaments, mosaics.
• Dim, warm lighting.
• The abundance of textile elements, which are used to create fabrics
such as velvet, satin, organza, silk, brocade.You can make textile
accessories with your own hands or to order.
• The smoothness of the lines is traced, as well as the complete absence
of a clear geometry. For zoning premises use arched vaults.
• A special kind of room gives the furniture, which can be represented
by low sofas with an abundance of soft pillows, beds with a luxurious
canopy, screens, ottomans, chests. The furniture is heavy, carved with
semi-precious stones.
• The color range of oriental interiors is represented by natural muted
shades: terracotta, ocher, beige, sky blue, lilac, raspberry, orange, rich
green, turquoise, sand. Golden shade is a must in the interior, made in
oriental style. It is presented in abundance in the decoration of textile
elements.
Source: https://www.hackrea.com/stories/oriental-interior-style-design-and-decoration-features/
https://nz.dikidaycare.com/3899-oriental-style-in-the-interior-of-an-apartment
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