Old Havana: How to Bring Cuban Décor into Your Home

From the cobbled streets of Old Havana to the sun-soaked colors of Cuban marketplaces, this flourishing cultural tapestry in itself is a strong source of inspiration for design. Interior design, just a few years ago, saw a boom in storytelling, spaces are created not just for aesthetics, but so that they feel meaningful. Cuban design nailed it perfectly. It is a style that evokes the feeling of heritage, colors, and contrast, the loud with the vintage, the rustic with the elegant.

If you adore bright colors, unique textures, and a dash of old-world romance, Cuban-inspired interiors might be just what your home needs.

A Fusion of Color and Character

The Cuban decor is unabashedly loud and untamed. Deep hues from purple to ocean blue, orange warmed by the sun, and hues of yellow-gold are perhaps some of the colors associated with this style of decor. These hues basically mirror the lively spirit of the island and its setting; hence, they form the backdrop of the style. But a Cuban interior is also an embrace of weathered beauty. It is this mixture of energy with age that uniquely defines its charm.

Take, for instance the Passport collection's Postage Stamp wallpaper. With earthy hues and fine detailing, it enchants any wall with warmth and a sense of story. This worldly print reflects the many layers of Cuban history without a hitch alongside contemporary furniture effortlessly way of giving a global attitude to a modern interior.

Rustic Finishes Meet Refined Style

The Cuban spirit is a philosophy of contrasts. These vintage pieces, which include aged wood furniture or hand-crafted ceramics, are mixed with more refined elements like damask fabrics and stylized wall coverings. This fluid mix between high and humble makes for an environment that is somewhat sophisticated yet soulful.

Rococo, Astek's designer wallpaper collection, beautifully illustrates this idea. In one setting, the privacy of damask wallpaper establishes a tone in stark contrast to the vintage charm, offering a forgotten and imperfect presence. It is the duality in which nothing is ever too perfect and everything has some semblance of a story that really defines the Cuban charisma.

Nature’s Influence: Island Beauty Indoors

From nature begins the decor theme in Cuba. The island's lush scenery, palm-lined coasts, and dense tropical greenery are indeed the powerhouses of inspiration. In home decor, you often find elements of interior design featuring nature-inspired organic shapes, botanical prints, and naturalistic textures. 

Ashford Tropics seems to truly embody this island vibe. Murals splashed with tropical imagery and the strongest blast of color will keep you busy with inside-outside design. Bamboo trellis prints, woven textures, and motifs that are a modern twist on geometric patterns set an earthy tone, layered with a bit of global chic.

Florals, But Make Them Bold

Floral patterns also form the major ingredient in Cuban decor. However, they are not fragile or understated; these flowers have got to make a statement. It gives much of the Florídea Island hues and makes them known for their bright personality.

There are many sources for Cuban tradition in textiles and prints. Fabrics are dyed in bright colors, and the designs are huge and expressive. The work of York Wallcoverings with their collection called Vibe, is a perfect rendition of this: with its large floral designs and saturation of colors, it bestows drama and romance upon all interiors. 

An accent wall or a complete room adorned in floral wallpaper would be a great method to incorporate a Cuban feel with just one design element.

Key Elements of Cuban-Inspired Interiors

Want to try this? Look at home. Here are some foundational tips for bringing Cuban decor into your space:

• Start with color: Work your palette around landscapes from the Caribbean: cobalt blue, coral red, golden ochre, and leafy green. These rich tones lay down the base for the Cuban style.

• Bring in some vintage: Distressed furniture, aged mirrors, and repurposed wood are notions of vintage. Something that really tells a story or has that charming brushed look of age.

• Bring in the pattern: Go on and mix away. Florals, geometrics, and heritage-based motifs work equally well in Cuban interiors.

• Layer with texture: Baskets made from weaving, rattan furniture, or embroidered textiles, texture infuses warmth and authenticity.

• Nod to culture: Old Cuban posters, handmade ceramics, or tropical art can imbue a space with some Old Havana spirit.

Why We Love This Look

Cuban decor is more than a trend, it's a way of celebrating life, culture, and imperfection. In an era where many design styles lean minimal, the style brings back character, storytelling, and warmth. It is about creating a home that feels lived-in, loved, and where every piece has a story to tell and every corner can engage in conversation. 

Cuban-inspired interiors celebrate the balance between loud hues and buttermilky texture, old with new, and personal history with high-end global style. A house full of character, warmth, and soul is born.

Ready to Transform Your Space?

Be it a simple statement wall or the face-lift of an entire room, Cuban decor opens up possibilities for personal expression and daring design. Let us set this dream into motion. 

We have wallpaper collections from which to select that run the gamut of Cuban-like themes-from flower power and florid florals to the deeply textured and tantalizingly tropical prints. Should the thought of this get wheels turning, we will happily assist with sample selection, color coordination, and full-roll orders.

Reach out to us today at sales@decormail.com, call us at 888-366-3199, or leave your information on our website — we’ll be in touch to help you get started.

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