Though Asian décor has had its own dedicated following in the West for more than a century, in recent years it has integrated with contemporary design. Asian culture, and more specifically Japanese culture, has influenced much of modern interior design. You’ll find traditional Japanese pieces like floral screens, lacquer statues, and prints of Japanese art in contemporary interior design, as well as traditional oriental swords. In addition, the art of Feng Shui is widely practiced in Japan and has become an integral part of interior and exterior design.
It’s amazing how many pieces of far east décor you’ll find in Western design. Homes for sale on the market today have often been rearranged and prepared by interior design experts, and in addition to standard things like updated appliances and hardwood floors, homebuyers recognize Asian décor as contemporary, and from it deduce that the home is modernized and just in need of their personal touch.
There are many of us out there who do not have the ability to sword fight in games or reenactments. However, we are very interested in the ancient historical past, and have spent years collecting it.
My husband and I have always loved the Age of Chivalry. We love it so much that we collect replica relics from the Medieval time. We have pieces of the past lying all around our house.
We have so many beautiful collectible swords that a visitor to our house once inquired if we were planning an overthrow. Not only do these beautiful replicas from the past have a wonderful story to share with visitors, but they make great decorative accents.
In our bookshelves you will also find striking battle helmets from the Medieval age. Our den is a showplace for colorful Medieval shields.
Our children grew up with this passion of ours and they, too, surprisingly are fans of history. They take a more vigorous approach by participating in western martial arts. Obviously this historical influence carried over to their careers, one is a successful archeologist and the other is a history professor at a major university.
So, you see, you do not have to slay a dragon or rescue a damsel in distress to participate in a wonderful and educational hobby.