Traditional Style The following Information are taken from: http://interiordec.about.com/cs/stylesofdecor/a/traditional.htm Traditional style interiors are comforting and classic. You may have grown up in a home that was decorated with traditional style furnishings. There is nothing wild or chaotic in a traditional room. It is calm, orderly, and can be somewhat predictable. Furnishings might look a bit outdated to some, while others will enjoy an interior that embraces the benefits of classic styling. Traditional and formal styles can be similar in some respects. In both, symmetry is extremely important. Furniture in both formal and traditional interiors is often arranged on a straight axis and centered within the room. In addition, furnishings and accessories are often seen in pairs and straight lines are contrasted with curved details. The point where formal and traditional part ways is in the degree of interpretation. Formal can be somewhat rigid, symmetrical, and almost too shiny and perfect, often using expensive period furnishings and fine antiques. Traditional rooms are less grand and a bit more casual, often using less expensive reproductions and accessories and fewer fussy details.