Retro Inspired Funky & Eclectic Home Decor
Street style room design is all about attitude – it’s carefree, confident, and totally laid back. I love how it borrows from city living, matching luxury showstoppers with every day treasures. If you have a passion for rooms that are creative, relaxed, and just a little bit rebellious, this is your room.
It’s a style that encourages you to try out eclectic combinations rather than conforming to some strict design rulebook. If you’re thinking of bringing this city-chic look into your home, these are a few tips and product suggestions I’ve found useful in my own projects.
MIX & MATCH
WHAT IS STREET STYLE DESIGN
WHY IS IT TRENDING?
KEY ELEMENTS
Mix & Match
1 Wall art – Yoshimoto Nara – Miss Margaret Skateboard Triptych
2 Shelve – Montana Furniture – Panton Wire Extended Module
3 Light – Yellowpop – Keith Haring Barking Dog
4 Floor lamp –Artemide – Tolomeo Maxi
5 Rug -Maharam – Girard Check Rug
6 Table lamp – Marset – Bicoca table lamp
7 Sofa – Cassina – Soriana sofa
8 Table – Knoll – Saarinen Coffee Table
9 Rug – Bongusta – Tiger rug
10 Side table – Normann Copenhagen – Bit stool cone side table
1 Cushion – Les-Ottomans – Eye-Motif Jacquard velvet cushion
2 Stool – Moma Exclusive – Tam-Tam Stool
3 Wall art– Takashi Murakami – Skateboard Triptych
4 Lamp – Mandalaki – Halo One
5 Rug -Nanimarquina – Chillada Rug – Figura Humana
6 Sofa – Cassina – LC3 Grand Modele Sofa
7 Floor lamp– Vitra – Akari 25N
8 Table – Glas Italia – Shimmer Coffee Table
9 Rug – Bongusta – Dragon rug
What is a street style design?
Street style interior design brings the gritty vibe of urban life indoors. It’s a combination of edgy items, vintage finds, and contemporary pieces that are bold and one-of-a-kind. I love how it honors graffiti art, rough textures, and industrial pieces with metal details. It’s the kind of interior design that doesn’t mind revealing flaws—chips, scratches, and distress marks all add to the charm.
Why is it trending?
Authenticity and individuality
Street style design thrives on personal expression. It’s all about mixing edgy elements, found objects, and one-of-a-kind pieces that feel like an extension of you. I love how no two spaces ever look the same – it’s like you get to share your story through each décor choice.
Urban nostalgia
This look takes cues from the city’s past but still feels current. Naked brick, worn-out signs, and old signs speak to a history that you can’t help but be drawn to. I adore the comfort of it, but with a new twist – like walking into an old warehouse with a sleek, contemporary twist.
Sustainability
Street style encourages giving old materials and furniture a second life. I’ve flipped thrifted industrial chairs and used reclaimed wood for shelving. It’s an easy way to reduce waste, save money, and give your room that lived-in, cool vibe.
Visual Interest
Bold graphics, graffiti-inspired art, and unexpected textures keep the eye moving. Mixing rough metals with bursts of neon or geometric prints creates tension that’s exhilarating. Throw in edgy lighting or giant murals and the space comes alive instantly.
Key elements
Start with a bold color palette
Street style loves intense, show-stopping colors. One intensely colored piece of furniture – a hot pink chair or a gargantuan lamp – can completely transform the atmosphere of a room. I always recommend you start with one or two intense colors like electric blue or blazing orange and then add in neutrals to dial it back a notch.
I am also hooked on items such as the Componibili Storage from Kartell or a vibrant Panthella table lamp from Louis Poulsen – they bring that perfect level of punch.
UFO Pendant
Componibili Storage
Panthella Table Lamp
If you’re more into primary colors, the blue Panton Chair by Vitra or the yellow Tam Tam Chair by MoMA make a space feel energetic without overwhelming it.
Tam-Tam Stool
Incorporate street art and graffiti elements
Noen is basically the soul of street style – it brings that raw, urban feel into any space. I’ve always loved the idea of having neon art as a centerpiece, like the Keith Haring Barking Dog Neon by Yellowpop or the Banana Neon by Andy Warhol. But if neon isn’t your thing, large-scale posters, street photography, or even skateboards on a wall give that “found in the city” look.
JMB Crown
Mix high and Low design elements
The best interiors feel unplanned, like they came together naturally. Pairing an iconic sofa or a sleek, industrial coffee table with something simple – like a stack of design books or a thrifted side table – creates the perfect mix. It’s all about balance: polished meets rugged, vintage meets modern. I always say, mix and match until it feels like you.
Use industrial materials and finishes
If you love raw, industrial elements, this style lets you go all in. Exposed metal, concrete finishes, glass – these textures instantly add depth. I’ve always been drawn to sleek industrial lighting, like the Tolomeo Mega Floor Lamp by Artemide. And if you want something sculptural but subtle, the Shimmer Coffee Table by Glas Italia has that perfect balance of edgy and refined.
Componibili BIO Storage
Eames Wire Chair
Another great addition is the Glas Italia – Shimmer Coffee Table, which offers a modern take on industrial design with its iridescent glass surface. This piece adds a touch of elegance while maintaining the edgy vibe typical of street style interiors.
Tolomeo Mega Lamp
Shimmer Coffee Table
Diamond Chair
Create a relaxed, lounge-like atmosphere
This isn’t a space that should feel stiff. You should be able to kick back, lounge, and just enjoy it. A Vitra RAR Rocking Chair? Absolute must. It’s fun, comfy, and adds movement to the space. And if you’re anything like me, you’ll want something super cozy like the Velvet Beanbag by Fatboy – because let’s be real, everyone needs a spot to just sink into after a long day.
RAR Rocking Chair
Velvet Bean Bag
Akari 25N Floor Lamp
Play with lighting
Lighting is everything. It sets the mood, adds character, and can completely change how a room feels. I love lighting that doubles as an art piece – like the Halo One Lamp by Mandalaki or the Nessino Table Lamp by Artemide. They’re sculptural, unexpected, and make the space feel effortlessly cool. If you’re up for experimenting, throw in some neon or diffused lighting for that late-night city glow.
Nessino Table Lamp
Arco Floor Lamp
Incorporate playful and functional accessories
This style is never too serious. A quirky piece of artwork, a funky side table, or even a collectible toy on a shelf adds personality. I always tell people – don’t overthink it. If something makes you smile or sparks a conversation, it belongs in your space.
Porsche 911
Bubble
Tolomeo Desk Lamp
A space should always have pieces that make people stop and ask, where did you get that? Even small things, like a LEGO Porsche 911, add personality and make a space feel less “styled” and more you. I’m also a big fan of sculptural art like the Jérôme Bizen Bubble Artwork – it’s playful, weird, and totally unforgettable.
At the end of the day…
…street style design is about breaking rules, mixing what you love, and creating a space that feels as dynamic as city life itself. So go bold, get creative, and most importantly—have fun with it.
