Bamboo-Inspired Decorating

By Sara Claro
August 30, 2012
Faux bamboo furniture is chic, airy, and striking - a perfect complement to Southern style.
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Signature Details

Credit: Photo: Erica George Dines

Chippendale railings give this freestanding porch handsome architectural detailing.

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Make a Statement

Credit: Photo: Laura Moss

Anchor a room with formal elements, and then juxtapose them with modern art and painted faux bamboo chairs for a fresh feel.

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Feel of the Islands

Credit: Photo: Roger Davies

A vintage bamboo cabinet can be repurposed to create an orderly bar area.

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Gathering Space

Credit: Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

White bamboo Chippendale-style chairs and vibrant turquoise Moroccan poufs transform this space into a casual hangout.

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Effortless Style

Credit: Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

An intricate bamboo-inspired chandelier stands out against clean-lined furnishings.

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Pull Up a Chair

Credit: Photo: Alexandra Rowley

Faux bamboo chairs in a natural finish give this room a "loungy" look.

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Easy Elegance

Credit: Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

The dramatic gold bamboo mirror above a dark living room sofa helps make the space seem more open.

Decorating Lesson: Faux Bamboo

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