Traditional or New Traditional Interior Design?

[@LoveCi_]

I’ve searched high and low to find my design style. I’ve felt lost. We bought our first house a month ago and I haven’t purchased one new thing for the home. I’ve been paralyzed with indecision. I know what I like but didn’t know where it fit. Then I stumbled on this video today and it NAILED my design style. I almost voted the same way you did in each category. Now I’m inspired to start decorating!!!! Thank you!!!

[@KawaiiMommie]

I realized that I am an Art Deco & new traditional lover. So happy I am not alone in my confusion

[@jacquelinehernandez6328]

Same here! You have explained this perfectly.

[@designed4liberty]

Such a warm, intelligent personality you have, Erikka Dawn. Thank you for generously sharing your style considerations.

[@jamesgreg5542]

Traditional all the way for me. I try to pare down and I attempt to simplify but then I walk past a recently cleared space and start looking for just the right piece to fill it again... and it works well for me. I'm sitting in my traditional family room setting early this morning with my two sconces gently lit while my feet are nestled up to my traditional area rug and my ottoman sits near a corner across from my chair... and I'm home where I belong. Feels SOOOO good. Thanks for the nice instructional video. Explains why I can't put things into hiding, even though I try! lol.

[@monicagaitor6751]

I like whites and cremes but I am unapologetically Traditional.

[@sherryhudson9075]

After traveling to England, it verified my love of traditional style or English cottage style

[@HappyHoney41]

I'm not going to struggle to pick one. I'm blending the two... and throwing in some Colonial. :p

[@jenniferburns7326]

I was just trying to figure out my style...and there was your video! I’m new traditional ..thanks

[@kokeshidoll5863]

Oh I love this video so much! Am happy to have found you and look forward to learning from you! I'm very Traditional but with a few elements of New Traditional to simplify just a bit, such as non-fussy draperies. I'm the only person I know who likes traditional and somehow have always been kind of embarrassed about loving what many consider to be old fashioned, or "granny" interiors. I'm finally embracing what I love after taking note of the fact that every single interior I'm drawn to and love is traditional. I find it warm, cozy, comforting and classic. Walking into a beautifully done traditional room is like coming home. It's so nice to get confirmation from a pro that this style is still alive and well and loved by others as much as I love it.

[@raiseyourworld5324]

I find new traditional unless done well, very 'cold', not welcoming so much prefer 'traditional' but in the English country way, not so ornate in the furniture or curtain drapes. As the wether cold and through the winter damp, warmth in colour and texture is paramount :-)

[@Elysia07]

I'm with you. I like both, and I can definitely see how marrying the two together to different degrees can customize your home perfectly. This has helped me much more than other design sources i've found.

[@sbonelli]

I just realized I’m more traditional than new traditional. I think the color palette of the new traditional is more appealing but I like the elements of the traditional better.

[@nicolecarnevale1071]

I’d have to agree. Some of the older traditional skirting on beds, are and heavy pairing are not my style. I’m pleased we have a new mix to combine the best of both worlds.

[@JMyers2210]

It seems that I love both but as I age I like the less ornate of the New traditional but I love to add pops of traditional such as the french mirrors, the ornate frames and the rugs. I also love sconces but i don't have. prefered style of those as long as they fit either of the traditional themes

[@gerberjoanne266]

Thank you for this video. I guess I've been new traditional all along, and never really knew it.

[@jeanfaircloth7935]

Yes I am loving the new traditional style! I have been calling it casual elegance!bI like larger pieces of art rather than several smaller pieces, less to dust.

[@andreawales1938]

I’m all for fewer things to dust, but I’m definitely NOT a minimalist!

[@amparo.a.madrigal]

New traditional for me!💞

[@winerock]

This was really helpful, thanks! Some of our rooms (like my gorgeous, wood-paneled, coffered-ceilinged office) are full-on traditional, but that's not practical everywhere for us (like in the family room or playroom). New traditional seems like the answer for these rooms -- allowing for some more modern pieces and colors while still staying traditional enough to tie in with the more fully traditional rooms. Great video!

[@lenacummings1313]

Love traditional with very simple small changes. Transitional also.

[@cinderbella28]

Oh this is such a great video and so helpful! This has helped me narrow my focus and realize I’m new traditional and make an attack plan. Thank you!!

[@ideoformsun5806]

Repurposing older, high quality furniture, with a fresher look, you can include old and new together. Choose quality and functionality.

[@briannaweeks6357]

I think I’m pretty evenly divided!

[@andrewjordan9153]

I started with a very Old Traditional style, but it seemed to become unchanging or unchangeable. So, over the course of my life, I have become a New Traditional advocate, which allows me to keep my speciality pieces from the old style and add in some contemporary color and shape into the new form. I see it as my design evolution, and it feels much more comfortable as more new ideas are brought into the design. It works for my style.

[@Kittyheavenwith21cats]

I love so many styles I just can't decide so little bit of this and that in my crazy house .I really need to hire a designer to help me figure what is ok to mix and match

[@andrewjordan9153]

When the “mix and match” process - where a lot of great design is born - allow it to be. Observe it. Take something out and put something else in its place. When an artist creates a work of art, they often speak of “allowing the piece to reveal itself” to the artist for completion. I believe the same is true of good design. Trust your eye. IF something doesn’t work or needs to change to work well, believe your eye and either get rid of it or change it into something that fits. As your true ECLECTIC DESIGN reveals itself, be open to changing it again...and again. One of America’s greatest watercolor artists, Phyllis Kapp, once said to me: “The eye never lies, trust your eye.” Your design creation will tell you when you have fallen in love with it. In the meantime, keep adding, subtracting, and changing the look of the pieces...until you see what you love to see. Good Luck.

[@silviarojashayes9066]

Thank you for this great video explaining these two styles. I think I'm more new traditional. I'm currently trying to figure out how to blend a new traditional style while incorporating some elements that represent my Hispanic heritage.

[@Person-mh6xq]

Excellent video with wonderful examples for comparison!!

[@lorrainebonilla8052]

I love both styles however I dont like the lower sofas and side chairs of today very uncomfortable to get up from.

[@keeponwishin]

I basically like the traditional style, but there are some elements from other design styles I really like and can incorporate in my space.

[@janncilliers2843]

This was fantastic. INFORMATIVE. No indulgence...rather well rounded confident, but informal presentation, with lots of appropriate examples. I love your work. Keep going. 700 x 👍

[@erikkadawninteriors]

Thank you so much Jann!

[@anne7441]

New traditional for me ... and my home itself is new traditional as well. Thanks for the great examples!

[@nancyheger9727]

I scored 6 to 4 in favor of New Traditional. Thank you so much in helping me figure out my design style.

[@candywilliams7475]

Wow!! Ok! Now I know exactly what kind of style I have. It's new traditional. I've never heard of it until now. I've been trying to figure out what my style was, it's New Traditional Style! Thank you so much!

[@juliet_burke]

OMG, it's such an interesting theme! I hope you will write a big beautiful book on this subject with a lot of details, checklists and large gorgeous photos!!!! I have exactly the same likes as you plus I also like some Romantic style features like French curved furniture, painted furniture etc.

[@pamallen2498]

Thank you so much, I have been pulling my hair out trying to do my long, narrow living room. I don't have a fancy home, but I do like style. You gave me much to think about.

[@victoriaring3846]

Enjoyed the comparisons. I lean toward new traditional.

[@SumBeautyAnnointing]

Wowww!!! Thank you so much Erikka for the detailled analysis of both styles It is so resourceful , I’ve followed all your classed in skillshare and just discovered your channel on youtube. I love it and I love your design 🤗🤗🤗. God bless you Erikka

[@erikkadawninteriors]

Thank you so much, and you are very welcome! I'm glad you found me here as well :)

[@jeancarbone209]

To me, it depends on the room and the feel I want to give the room. In a bar, library, or billiards room give me traditional. New traditional is fine everywhere else.

[@jmcneil4891]

What’s the difference between new traditional and transitional?

[@chelseygarrett4221]

I think traditional is just a little darker. And new traditional has a lot of white or ivory. New traditional doesn't have as much ornate detail. New traditional favors straight lines over curved.

[@caitlinvosloo9139]

Ah this was so helpful. I have always thought my style was transitional... bit just my "own type" of transitional... mixing old and new but now New Traditional ticks almost every box for me. Thanks!!

[@charlottefranz8775]

Great style comparison! Absolutely trying to refresh my traditional style with fresh upholstery pieces.... is it too much to have patterns with a traditional oriental jewel tone rug in my chair choices?

[@michellesavage2427]

This was helpful and so detailed. I am learning (I think) that I am attracted to like a tranquil and fantasy new traditional feel.

[@heathermcghee2937]

Thank you! I learned I definitely prefer the new traditional style!

[@DNAConsultingDetectives]

I did not know "new traditional" was even a thing till I watched this. I thought it was "transitional". Now I know I'm a new traditional. I'm having a pair of chairs reupholstered and am considering either paisley or a solid corduroy/velvet. It's our fireplace room. Instead of dark heavy moldings and trim, we've painted them (my stud of a husband built) a white that we've used throughout the house. It's helped tremendously with brighten up an otherwise very dark house.

[@sarahwarr1716]

This is the first time I’ve heard of new traditional! I’ve always been drawn to old traditional and love so many element of it. My yard is in the style of an English garden as well. But the one thing I’ve struggled with some of the old traditional is it is too dark for me and often too ornate or cluttered. I love the new traditional lighter color schemes but like keeping the darker woods (ivory, cream and whites with darker rich wood). I also like the more substantial art pieces over smaller pieces on the wall. I am more minimalist with accessories as well. I love the curved lines and arches over straight lines. I’m in a journey to find what fits me and not what is most popular. I am a total mix between the two!

[@pattifeatheringill3841]

New to your channel and this video is exactly what i needed to help redesign and edit my choices for our new "Empty-Nest" home!!!

[@HK-cp8tm]

Such a good video and great examples! X

[@andreawales1938]

Thank you so much for this great video comparing and contrasting Traditional and New Traditional. Very helpful. I thought you should know, though, that “damask” is pronounced “DAM usk” and “sisal” is pronounced “SAI sull” - the first syllable rhymes with “eye.” (I used to sell tablecloths in a high-end department store, and my sister used to sell rugs there.)

[@kokeshidoll5863]

Beautiful examples of both styles.

[@victoriaalgra3675]

I’m building a contemporary style home with traditional style furniture and it’s working very nicely .. pulling both together is easy seems clean lines and the tradition just pops.. it’s new tradition mixed 🌟🤗💫🌹♥️

[@thomask.8537]

It's quite possible to take elements of each style and combine them. That's what I have done in my Palm Beach apartment.

[@anitamurray7176]

Thank you. Loved the comparison of the two styles.

[@dianadiaz7305]

Very informative, thank you for helping me identify my design style 💗

[@TheLauritagg]

Excellent analysis love this!!!

[@seraiahromero2732]

Very insightful! Thank you for this thorough description of the different styles.

[@lynt.4493]

Thank you so much for this video, I needed the clarification. I agree with a lot of the other people responding to this. I’m definitely new traditional. I have a question: With new traditional is it alright to use bronze faucets, doorhandles, cupboard knobs or pulls, and decor?

[@snow-white1853]

I love New Traditional style 💕

[@maryhough7323]

Thanks for all the info. I seem to like new traditional. Is new traditional the same or similar to transitional?

[@lilygrace4562]

I’ve been going back-and-forth with the same issue… Thanks for the video😊

[@marcusdamgaard8844]

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[@drmiche11ean]

New Traditional for me!

[@Rach_-wq5me]

I have a Victorian property but new tradition for me, I like Parisian style mirrors but like contemporary art pieces, I also like both styles of rugs but going more towards neautral styles

[@Cherrysmith2809]

New sub is Erika. I really enjoyed this video. Very well done! 👏🏼🔥

[@deborahshore8646]

Love the new traditional.

[@commonomics]

Historic design is the best imo, it’s timeless so you don’t have to redecorate every 5 years and it’s really pretty.

[@valerie3955]

In trying to describe my perfect bedroom look, I was always surprised to be told it was beachy. I suppose it's a bit true, as I very much love light. New Traditional wins here for me because of the increased light.

[@Patty-2.0]

Thank you Erikka! Would you say that new traditional is the same as transitional?

[@erikkadawninteriors]

Hi Patty - take a look at this video where I answer this very question: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYW7gKagYpeghtE

[@karlaguevara4271]

Loved this video!! Very helpful

[@myoungpayne8304]

Love your video! Comparison is very helpful.

[@irischen3617]

Thanks for this video!!

[@pranaytony]

I put the entire design selection in a simple way, If you are new soul, Go for Modern, MCM, Contemporary, Minimal. If you are an Old Soul, Go for Traditional, Boho! If you are an Old Soul + Spiritual, Go for Indian!

[@que2h.690]

New traditional all the way with one big exception: ORIENTAL rugs all the way especially in the Serapi design. Don't care for jute or sisal at all.

[@julieforbes1392]

That helped me. Thanks.

[@karah3829]

Love new traditional style

[@marian1633]

I like more ornate stuff and warmer colours, maximalism. So traditional it is for me

[@carolinebesinger8611]

Love your take!.

[@C5Rose3]

New traditional!

[@lyneae3786]

How amazing is this video?

[@elp.1742]

Thank you for your video! It would appear that I love old traditional.

[@seenavb7882]

What about wall paper?

[@udayinidolly5036]

Hello Erikka I love all your videos and got enrolled in almost all your Udemy online classes Thanks for all the great info 😊 Can you please make a course solely on how to play with textures and colors? This topic is kinda set back for me TIA 😊

[@su.7ussain]

new traditional is my style too I love it

[@kimesch9698]

Very helpful, thanks. I guess I prefer traditional.

[@timward3116]

My preference would be Traditional in an old traditional home with larger rooms - but New Traditional in a newer home (even those mimicking a traditional style) with smaller rooms. Smaller rooms with lower ceilings should have cleaner lines and lighter colors. Larger rooms with very high ceilings would require richness to "warm it up." It's like buying the right clothes for your body type, age, and measurements. Take the cues from what's already there.

[@jrh80]

Aside from drapes and lighting, New Traditional exemplifies every aspect of the “Rooms to Go chic” that I loathe. The collected pieces with character in traditional that are replaced by forgettable HomeGoods pieces in New Traditional is no match. I do like having some mid century and contemporary pieces in a traditional space though to keep it interesting and less George Washington though.

[@susannee.colella6109]

I loved this - I am a trationalist

[@mjones2619]

This is my style the new traditional and metro style

[@JJ33438]

thank yu for the education.

[@juanitaarbelo5409]

I think I like New Traditional but I also like rustic Farmhouse and some mid century modern furniture pieces. I know, I'm all over the place. 🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️🙃

[@saidaswift9531]

For me, it’s going to be...New Traditional hands down.

[@philipanthony5430]

New traditional, from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

[@terrywalker2437]

New Traditional = Transitional. It mixes some traditional with some contemporary elements.

[@wmanddm7733]

Traditional for me

[@gboules]

Bergere is pronounced berZHer or BAIRJAIR not bairjay.

[@lrob4444]

YES

[@patfondren6013]

Just make sure your guests don' t have asthma or allergies if you use jute and sisal.

[@winnysneece694]

❤❤❤❤

[@LuckystrikeNQ]

The older the better!

[@cathydriver5337]

New traditional

[@deborahoverton4625]

New traditional.

[@DuviBaez-dx1px]

1:31 bla 😑 bla 😒 bla 😕

[@charlynewilliams5189]

Video was too fast. Couldn't enjoy as much as I would have like to.

[@abbesdimiri8839]

You have to read coran and judge it

[@naregvosguerichian5608]

What’s the difference between new traditional and transitional?

[@erikkadawninteriors]

Great idea!

[@NancyGarcia-iu9zt]

New traditional