Now that many of us are spending more time at home, we are looking to add excitement to our home décor. Some people wonder how to give their interior design an extra level of style so they can enjoy working and relaxing at home. According to Deepak Jain, owner of Home Living Furniture stores in Howell and Middletown, New Jersey, the answer is simple. Just add some accent pieces
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Mr. Jain noted that decorators use accent furniture all the time to personalize the homes they design and add a sophisticated touch. “With just one accent piece, you can transform a room from simply adequate to exciting and dramatic,” he said. “Accent furniture is designed to be noticed. While matching occasional pieces can be practical, an accent piece allows you to express your good taste and make your home more personal.”

What is Accent Furniture?

Accent furniture is any piece that stands out when it contrasts with the existing furniture and décor in the room. Mr. Jain noted that well-designed accent pieces are popular sellers at Home Living Furniture stores.

“An accent piece can be a console table in the entrance foyer, a cocktail table in the living room or a china cabinet in the dining room,” he said. “If your home has a neutral color palette, you can create an accent by choosing a colorful chair or loveseat. You can also use a contrasting style to create an accent, like adding a vintage style etagere to a contemporary room.”

Accents Create a Focal Point

One of the functions of an accent piece is to create an attention-grabbing focal point. Some rooms have a natural focal point, like an architectural feature.

“A fireplace or a bay window naturally becomes the focal point because your eye is drawn to that interesting feature,” said Mr. Jain. “But if you don’t have a natural focal point, you can create one with accent pieces.”

He went on to say that a striking console table in the entrance foyer, a free-standing bar in the great room or a colorful accent chair in the living room can become a focal point. “Large pieces of furniture also have that effect, like an interior lit curio cabinet or a large entertainment center,” he said.

When to Add Accent Furniture


People sometimes pick a purely decorative item as an accent piece, but according to Mr. Jain most often they want function as well as style. “We see shoppers coming in and asking for a functional item, and then they explain that they want it to stand out as an accent piece,” he said.
He explained that Home Living Furniture representatives interview shoppers to find out their real purpose in purchasing an accent piece. Once they understand the need, they make suggestions for accent furniture options.

“Our representatives may speak to a customer who wants an end table for the living room to hold a drink or the remote, and they want the style to contrast with their contemporary décor. Or maybe someone wants a vanity in a more ornate style to stand out against the straight lines of a contemporary bedroom set. We can provide options to meet that need.”

Accent Pieces at Furniture Stores in NJ

Shoppers looking for accent pieces to contrast with their existing furniture can find a wide selection at Home Living Furniture stores in Howell and Middletown, New Jersey. Shop online or visit in person to see beautiful consoles, rugs, armoires, accent tables and chairs, electric fireplaces, bars, vanities and more.

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