Would you like to have some carefree atmosphere in your interior, now and then? Do you feel comfy in colourful and original rooms? See the Cuban style and create your own little Havana in your apartment! We will tell you how to do it.
Cuban style - carefree and joy of life
Cuban atmosphere is associated primarily with plenty of sunshine, colours and a carefree life. Multicoloured buildings, as well as cars long gone in any of the American or European cities, make this country a fantastic travel destination every year. Undoubtedly, it is a unique place on the world map. Local environment allows you to travel in time and feel blissful peace. Cuba is also appreciated for its open-minded residents, who show their gratitude and warmth to tourists on every corner. Therefore, it is no surprise that the Cuban style is becoming more and more popular in European interiors. See how to arrange your room to move to Havana, fragrant with cigar smoke and rum.
Characteristics of the Cuban style
- More colour
Colours are the basis of the Cuban style in interiors! The streets of Havana are full of bright colours that mix with each other, creating an almost fairy-tale and unreal world. In Cuba, absolutely everything is colourful - both outside (houses, cars) and indoors. Therefore, make your home or apartment full of bright colour. Paint your wall in yellow, turquoise or pink. You can also use less intense colours and choose pastels. An alternative may be to paint the walls in neutral beige or cream shades, which will be a perfect background for expressive and eye-catching colour accents, e.g. on furniture or decorations. The multitude of colours will certainly allow you to move to the dancing and positive energy of Havana. - Natural materials
When arranging an interior in a colonial style, you cannot forget about wood. This natural material brings warmth and positive energy into the room. The Cuban style includes solid, dark colonial wood, as well as rattan and bamboo accessories. - Tropical Jungle
Exotic plants cannot be missed in Cuban-style interiors. It's best to opt for a real tropical jungle. Palm trees, cacti and ferns are perfect for Cuban interiors. It is good if the room decorated in the Cuban style also includes orchids characteristic of this country. An interesting solution may be the use of wallpaper with a floral motif.
How to arrange an interior in the Cuban style?
The colors of the Cuban interior
If you cannot afford a wall mural, use paintings or posters with a similar motif. The atmosphere of the Cuban interior will be emphasized by the painting Relaxing under the palm trees, which fits perfectly into the exotic and colonial atmosphere. The theme of exotic vegetation can also appear on decorations and textile accessories, such as pillows, curtains or bedding.
Colonial style furniture
The Cuban style is somewhat inspired by the colonial style. This is especially noticeable in an appearance of furniture. Made of dark wood, it's characterized by massiveness and carved ornaments. The Cuban and colonial style furniture is mostly made of exotic wood. These include, among others, mahogany or rosewood. Solid and durable, they can last for years. Cuban interiors are full of chests of drawers and shelves with openwork accessories. An absolute must-have is a rocking chair.
Fabrics and materials
Rooms reminiscent of Cuba also like natural materials and fabrics. Therefore, the following materials are desired:
- silk,
- cotton,
- bamboo,
- sisal,
- wicker.
Cuban accessories
When arranging the interior in a Cuban style, one cannot forget about accessories. Dark and heavy furniture will blend in perfectly with patterned fabrics. The whole will look cheerful and will fully reflect the character of Cuban interiors. Style lovers retro and vintage may be tempted to decorate a room with a picture or a poster with a vintage car, so characteristic for Cuban streets, all in a colour that matches the overall arrangement. Room dividers depicting streets of Havana or ethnic paintings in bright colours will be perfect in the bedroom.
Feel and hear the atmosphere of Havana!
Cuba is also associated with hot rhythms and unique scents! Make sure that your interior also does not run out of them.
Cuban music
Cubans love dancing and music. Therefore, decorating your space with musical instruments will be always a fine idea. Guitars and ukuleles, as well as typically Latin instruments, such as maraca or el bongó - commonly known as bongos, will be particularly desirable. Items referring to the salsa, a heart rhythm of Cuba will also work perfectly well. Cuba is also associated with the sounds of vintage cars. Just sit on a rocking chair, admire the classic Cuban car and imagine the unique sound of its engine.
Cigar, tobacco and rum
Cuban style also means a scent. Make sure that the space affects not only the sense of sight, but also the sense of smell. Candles with the scent of rum or essential oils with a heavy tobacco scent are a bull's eye!
Cuban style is a combination of fantastic colours and retro atmosphere. Perfect for people who like the interior full of positive energy and non-obvious colourful accessories. Create a room in a Cuban style, feel the rhythm of salsa and enjoy life every day!
