Interior Decor Style Guide

June 2, 2025

Choosing an interior decor style can be fun, but also a little intimidating! Understanding various interior design styles can help you create a space that reflects your personality and preferences.

Here’s a few popular decor styles to help you discover which style best suits you:

Traditional

Rooted in classic European design, traditional style features rich wood tones, elegant furnishings, and symmetrical layouts. Think ornate details and timeless patterns.

Photo Credit

Modern

Modern design embraces simplicity and clean lines. It often incorporates neutral color palettes, minimalistic decor, and functional furniture pieces.

Photo Credit

Contemporary

Often confused with modern, contemporary style is ever-evolving, reflecting current trends. It blends comfort with sophistication, using a mix of textures and soft curves.

Photo Credit

Scandinavian

Scandinavian design emphasizes functionality, simplicity, and connection to nature. It features light colors, natural materials, and clean lines to create a cozy atmosphere.

Photo Credit

Art Deco

Glamorous, bold, and geometric. Art Deco design features luxurious materials, rich colors, and sleek lines. Think mirrored surfaces, gold accents, and elegant patterns that radiate 1920s sophistication.

Photo Credit

Cottagecore

Cozy, romantic, and nature-inspired. Cottagecore captures the charm of rural life with soft florals, vintage finds, handmade touches, and a lived-in, whimsical feel. Some say this is similar to Nancy Meyers or Martha Stewart style as well.

Photo Credit

Minimalist

Clean, calm, and clutter-free. Minimalist style focuses on simplicity, neutral tones, and functional design—every item has a purpose, and less truly is more.

Photo Credit

Coastal

Coastal style brings the beach indoors with light, airy colors, natural textures, and nautical elements, creating a relaxed and breezy environment.

Photo Credit

Midcentury Modern

Originating in the mid-20th century, this style features clean lines, organic curves, and a mix of traditional and non-traditional materials.

Photo Credit

Maximalist

Bold, layered, and expressive. Maximalism embraces color, pattern, and personality with confidence. It’s about mixing styles, showcasing collections, and telling your story through design.

2023 © Nickolas Sargent Photography Visit Site Here

Recent Instagram Posts

A rich life here in Lake Oswego has nothing to do with your bank account.

-The smell of fresh baguettes from St. Honoré Boulangerie on a quiet morning.

-Finding that perfect “missing piece” for your home at City Home.

-A post-workout refresh with a green smoothie from Kure.

-Mandatory weekend walks along the water to clear your head.

Browsing the racks at Biography for a last-minute dinner outfit.

Knowing your neighbors and the business owners by name.

Want more of my favorite spots that make Lake Oswego special?

👋 I’m Heather Robbins, Principal Broker and LO local. Send this to a friend who needs a weekend trip!

@sthonorebakery
@cityhomepdx
@kuresuperfoods
@shop_biography
...

4 1

The West Linn and Lake Oswego markets are officially in the “Sweet Spot.” ⚖️

We aren’t seeing the frantic pace of the COVID years, nor the inventory overload of the Great Recession. It’s a balanced market. Meaning equal opportunities for both buyers and sellers.

Want to know what this means for your specific street or your equity? Let’s talk. 📲

#WestLinnRealEstate #LakeOswegoRealEstate #WestLinnOR
...

19 1

🌲 West Linn Perfection

The curb appeal is just the beginning. 🏠✨ This West Linn gem is the perfect blend of PNW charm and total privacy.

Why I love it:
The Cozy Vibe
The Layout
The View

It’s functional, it’s beautiful, and it’s sitting right in the heart of everything we love about West Linn.
...

13 1

Experience the perfect blend of refinement and recreation in this stunning Wilsonville retreat. With a primary suite on the main level and high-end finishes throughout, this isn`t just a house, it’s a lifestyle upgrade.

The Highlights:
🏡 Main-Level Living: Primary suite + additional ensuite upstairs.
💎 Designer Finishes: 1,700 sq. ft. of rich hardwoods, custom woodwork, and granite.
🌿 Outdoor Oasis: 10,000 sq. ft. private lot with a pond, pergolas, and covered patios.

Flexible spaces for your home office or gym mean you never have to choose between productivity and peace.

📍 Wilsonville, OR | Clackamas County
DM for a private tour or full listing details! 📩
...

23 1

POV: This is your Saturday morning. 🛥️✨ Your own private stretch of the Willamette River with a covered dock and boat lift ready for the weekend. We’re talking over an acre of manicured perfection designed for a high-performance lifestyle.

Inside, the details are just as intentional: heated floors throughout and a moving glass wall system in the kitchen that makes indoor-outdoor entertaining truly effortless. From the professional main-floor office to the walkout basement bar, every inch of this 7,000+ sq ft estate was built with precision.

Wilsonville riverfront living has never looked this good. Click the link in my bio for the full tour or DM for a private showing! 🏠🔑
...

100 22

Life is too short for questionable sushi or DIY real estate deals. 🙅🏼‍♀️

When it comes to your home, you deserve a seamless experience from the first showing to the final signature. I’ve spent years navigating the West Linn and Portland markets so my clients don’t have to.

If you’re looking for a smooth move and zero “digestive” regrets, let’s chat. ✨

Experience matters. Especially here. 🌲
...

62 12

Feeling like you’re constantly playing catch-up? You’re not behind. You’re just one system away from extraordinary. 📈

At Robbins Realty Group, we don’t just believe in working harder. We believe in working smarter through aligned structure and proven systems. If you’re ready to stop the “ordinary” cycle and start scaling your business, let’s talk.

One decision can change everything. Call or DM me today! 📞✨
...

15 2

FOLLOW US

Stay up to date on news and listings that are coming soon!