Swimming against the current of minimalism, interior designer Justina Blakeney is the name behind the Jungalow style trend. The comes from a fusion between the words “jungle” (jungle) and bungalow (bungalow) and expresses well the concept behind this new way of decorating. Rustic materials, lots of colors, plants of all sizes and multicultural references come together in an unexpected fusion, a mix of elements that breaks the sense of order and, at the same time, enchants.
Jungalow Style – Bring the jungle into your home!
Plants, colors and lots of ethnic inspiration are part of the trend, which is a hit on Pinterest.
Author of the bestselling The New Bohemians, Justina Blakeney lives in Los Angeles and shares her inspirations with more than 1.5 million followers from there. Her blog The Jungalow was named one of the best interior design blogs by Domino and My Domaine magazines. Born into a multi-ethnic family, Justina is passionate about colors, travel and history. This family cultural background was essential for her to develop this unique style. In 2016, she launched the line Justina Blakeney Home, bringing together a selection of objects with impeccable curation and exclusive collections created in partnership with other decoration brands.
Justina and her book The New Bohemians
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Jungalow Style – Environments to inspire
In an interview with the website The Decorist, Justina revealed the 4 essential steps to create a decoration in the best Jungalow style, and they are easier than you might think.
Saturated colors, with contrasting tones and vibrant combinations cannot be missed. They appear in the most unlikely corners and help to make the environment happier. Prints also come into play here, which can have ethnic, geometric or botanical motifs. To balance it out, you can opt for walls and furniture with more rustic finishes.
Vibrant colors and many plants characterize Jungalow
With a boho feel, the style also highlights natural materials such as wood.
Another important differentiator of this style is the mix of ethnic references, which appears both in decorative objects and in furniture and prints. Take the opportunity to take all those travel souvenirs out of the closet, they are what will bring personality and history to this decoration.
Ethnic references help spread memories and affectionate memories throughout the house.
Last but not least: the plants! The jungle is the main theme of the Jungalow style, which is why they are essential. It’s worth trees, plants, foliage and even different seasonings, which will make the kitchen environment more pleasant and functional.
Green helps to make the environment cozy. Choose air-purifying plants for a beautiful and efficient decor.
Botany also appears on the wallpapers, in very stylized versions.
Plants and lots of greenery decorate Justina Blankeley’s kitchen. Click for more details.
