Peruvian Design Ideas

Architectural Elements

Incorporate some of Peru's impressive architecture and color schemes into your home design. From colonial Lima to ancient Machu Picchu, there are plenty of sites from which to draw inspiration. Take ideas from the carved white volcanic rock in Arequipa, the glazed Portuguese tiles of Iquitos or the bright pastel-colored houses of Trujillo. You could also incorporate elements of Peruvian design into an outdoor space like a garden or patio by taking note of the country's many impressive courtyards that can be found in colonial establishments.

Bring a bit of Peru into your home with some impressive pieces of quality, handmade furniture. Famous for their leather pieces, you might consider incorporating an armchair or an ottoman into your living room. Or, go with a hand-carved wooden armoire or chest of drawers. Decide what kind of piece you are looking for, and from which time period. You could try to find an antique furniture piece to add to your home decor, or you could instead purchase the works of one of Peru's many talented modern designers. Items can be acquired directly from Peru, or can be purchased more simply online.

Textiles have been important to the Peruvian way of life since the dawn of Andean society, at one time being valued more highly than gold or silver because of the high level of skill that was required to make the colorful pieces. Today, brightly colored textiles are still sold by local Peruvian artisans, and can be found in a variety of countries via importers. The textiles can be used to bring a bit of color to your home design, and can be used in a variety of diverse ways. For instance, use a blanket for a bedspread, a tablecloth or runner, or a wall hanging for your living room.

Ancient Andean pottery was both functional and beautiful, and it set the stage for an ongoing tradition of creating impressive ceramic items in Peru. The simplistic ceramic designs combined with decorative geometric patterns and other images should make for a lovely addition to your home design, so incorporate some pieces into your decor for an authentically Peruvian feel. For instance, use a Peruvian vase to keep fresh flowers, or display a few ceramic statues in your living or dining room.