Neodecor

Neodecor is an interior design term describing a contemporary aesthetic that reinterprets traditional decoration for modern spaces. It blends revived ornamental motifs with minimalist principles, creating environments that feel crafted yet uncluttered. Practitioners emphasize texture, pattern, and architectural scale, using decoration to add warmth and identity without resorting to heavy period styling.

The term is a portmanteau of 'neo' and 'decor' and is not tied to a single, formal movement. It is used across magazines, showrooms, and studios to describe a flexible approach to ornament in contemporary interiors.

Common characteristics include carved or molded details, damask or geometric patterns, and decorative lighting combined with modern materials such as concrete, metal, glass, and wood with matte finishes. Color palettes favor warm neutrals with occasional rich accents, and surfaces are often layered with textiles and artisanal crafts to build depth.

Historians associate neodecor with early 21st‑century design discourse, where there was renewed interest in craftsmanship and a move away from austere minimalism toward more personalized, eclectic spaces.

Reception is mixed: proponents argue it preserves craft and character in contemporary homes, while critics worry that decor-first approaches can undermine simplicity and calm in some settings.