How do you recognise Bazaar style?

Layered colours and patterns; Handcrafted and collected objects; Rugs, lanterns and brass trays; A cosy atmosphere like a small market.

Regional & climate

Bazaar style

Bazar, eclectic collected, Eastern market style

Gathered from many places: colourful, warm and rich in detail.

Colour moodboard

Sand beigeRug redTurquoiseSaffronWalnut brown

Material moodboard

Red patterned woven rugHand-painted turquoise ceramicPatterned blue glazed tileAntique brasswareCarved walnut timberWoven beige rattanSaffron cloth

Origin: Inspired by traditional markets of the Middle East, South Asia and the Mediterranean

Bazaar evokes an Eastern market, with woven rugs, lanterns, hand-painted ceramics, brass trays and embroidered textiles layered together. The space builds up gradually from collected pieces and feels cheerful, warm and a little spontaneous.

In Vietnam it pairs naturally with local crafts such as Bát Tràng ceramics, rattan, bamboo, silk and brassware. Work in layers: a warm light base, a large rug, a few large focal pieces and many small items displayed in an organised way. Choose washable rugs and fabrics, avoid heavy textiles that hold moisture in the humid season, and leave breathing room so the home does not feel cramped.

Materials

Patterned rugs, ideally washable
Hand-painted ceramics and patterned glazed tiles
Rattan, bamboo and carved timber
Brassware and perforated metal lanterns

Furniture & forms

Poufs and low seats in embroidered fabric
Brass-tray coffee tables
Carved or painted timber cabinets
Large cushions and floor seating

Lighting

Metal lanterns casting patterned shadows
Warm, low-level light

How it differs from similar styles

Bazaar style vs Bohemian

Bohemian leans toward freedom, plants and natural textiles; bazaar is more vivid, built on crafts and Eastern colours.

Bazaar style vs Moroccan

Bazaar gathers many sources into a vivid market mood; Moroccan has a clear identity: zellige tiles, horseshoe arches and pierced lanterns.

Bazaar style vs Ottoman

Bazaar is a free patchwork of many places; Ottoman belongs to one culture: blue ceramic tiles, domes, low cushions and tulip and geometric motifs.

Bazaar style vs Rajasthani Indian

Bazaar mixes pieces from many sources; Rajasthan is specifically Indian: small mirrors, block-printed cloth, pink, orange, turquoise and carved arched windows.

Bazaar style vs Maximalism

Bazaar has an Eastern collecting theme; Maximalism has no theme limit and maximises colour, pattern and art everywhere.

Bazaar style vs Eclectic

Bazaar draws on the spirit of an Eastern market, warm and detail-rich; Eclectic balances several periods and regions with restraint.

Best for

People who collect and travel
Cafés and restaurants with an Eastern flavour
Owners who like warm, colourful spaces

Home types

ApartmentTownhouseGarden / resort home

Typical finishing level

Standard

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Common mistakes

Overfilling with no space to breathe
Heavy, non-washable rugs and fabrics in a humid climate

Care & northern Vietnam climate

Air and wash rugs and fabrics regularly, and run a dehumidifier in the humid season to prevent musty smells. Keep rugs away from damp wall bases.

Reference photos

Styles in the same family

Regional & climate

Indochine

France meets Asia: patterned cement tiles, dark wood, rattan and louvred shutters in a tropical climate.

Regional & climate

Mediterranean

Sun, breeze and sea: whitewashed walls, arches, terracotta, sea blue and rustic wood.

Regional & climate

Tropical

Living with the climate: deep eaves, sun louvres, cross ventilation, greenery and local materials.

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