accent pieces
Room's visual highlights
Accent pieces are decorative objects chosen to complement or enliven a room's design—a colorful throw pillow, a sculptural vase, a statement lamp.
The term belongs to interior design, where such items add visual interest without dominating: She picked up a few accent pieces to brighten the living room.
The emphasis is on enhancement rather than function.
- throw pillowsDecorative sofa cushions
- ottomansUpholstered footrests without backs
- side tablesSmall furniture beside seating
- coffee table booksLarge decorative illustrated publications
- lanternsEnclosed portable light sources
candleholders · sculptures · vases · decorative objects · area rugs · blankets · tchotchke · ornaments · bookends · figurines · paintings · trays · objet d'art · finishing touches · shadow boxes · clocks · mirrors · table lamps
- interior designdecor, furniture, color schemes, color scheme, floor plans
- furniture termsseating, tables, storage, beds, desks
- home decorvase, candles, lamps, cushions, artwork
- bookshelf stylingbookshelf, bookends, book stack, floating shelves, built-in shelves
- ambianceatmosphere, mood, feel, vibes, vibe
- design stylesart deco, Art Nouveau, art nouveau, Bauhaus, minimalism
accent piecesnecessities
What you cannot lack
workhorses · basics · staples · appliances · storage solutions
accent piecesstatement pieces
Deliberately eye-catching possessions
centerpieces · focal points · showstoppers · signature pieces