Paint the walls of the room white. White walls are a hallmark of southwestern decor. White walls add a warm and pleasant touch to any room. Choose a white with a hint of another color. Navaho white is a good choice to use on walls. Navaho white gives any room a feel of warmth yet at the same time does not make the room feel closed in.
Pick out rugs. Rugs are an essential part of southwestern decor. A good rug should have a multitude of colors in a pleasing pattern. Southwester rugs are noted for taking the colors of the landscape and using them effectively. Look for rugs that have reds, tuquoises and browns in them to call to mind the surrounding area.
Pick out furniture. Look for furniture that brings to mind the southwest. A good piece of southwestern furniture will have clean lines and solid woods. Mission style furniture items are ideal for this purpose. Choose a sofa that is clean and easy to use. Add cushions in bright colors such as oranges and blues that bring to mind this area.
Find the right artwork. The southwestern United States has been a notable inspiration for artists for a very long time. Look for items that call to mind the works of artists such as Georgia O'Keef who brought this area to life with images of scenes from the area on large canvases.
Use the right accessories. Look for items that call to mind the southwest. Brass artwork that showcases the feel of the west such as pictures of men rounding up horses or cattle are excellent. Use additional accessories to call to mind the southwest such as pottery and sculptures that have the colors of this area in them.
