Instead of focusing on exteriors, the 18th-century style brought all the focus inside. Rococo artists and craftsman used elegance and asymmetrical design in their approach. The result? A feminine, light-filled and airy space which feels free yet are still opulent.

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While Rococo-style furniture is undeniably lavish, the colour palette is much lighter and uses soft pastel colours instead of dark, symmetrical Baroque features. The most popular colour combinations were white with blue, green or pink, and golden.

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Every material or colour in a Rococo room should be visually light and opulent, creating an overall sense of floating through a gilded cloud. This aesthetic is present not only in the walls and ceilings of the room, but also in the furniture, flatware, silverware, paintings and decorations.

These chest of drawers feature gold gilding over white finishing, with well-finished carvings executed by hand from expert artisans.

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This luxurious home combines Rococo style with contemporary elements. The iconic Chesterfield sofa, for instance, is given a luxurious update, made unique with oversized diamond tufting and ornate Chippendale legs.

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These interiors by Azer Dizayn embraces the strong scrollwork and ornamentation of the rococo era. Besides the intricate and artful ceiling, the weighty furniture, namely the chairs and sofas, feature a camelback design that echoes the arched windows and gilded wall panels.

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One of the most unique aspects of Rococo style can be found on the ceilings. They are often intricate and dreamy, with elaborate details, serpentine design work featuring motifs of animals, florals and greenery, and predisposition to lighter, pastel or gold-based colour palettes.

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