New Chinese
Eastern mood, modern lines
New Chinese style translates Ming-dynasty furniture and literati aesthetics into a clean modern apartment: dark walnut, lattice screens, ink-wash art and restrained symmetry.
Dark walnut wood with lattice screen details
Ming-style armchairs beside a plain sofa
Ink-wash scroll art and celadon porcelain
Symmetrical, breathable layout
Classic palette
Walnut
Rice paper
Celadon
Natural wood
Common materials
Walnut and black walnut veneerSilk, linen and rice paperCeladon ceramic and brass
Best for
Living rooms and studies where a calm, rooted atmosphere matters.
When to skip it
Very small flats can feel heavy; keep lattice elements to one feature wall.
FAQ
Is it the same as "Chinese antique" style?
No — no red lacquer, no dragon ornaments; it is modern minimalism with Chinese bones.
What floor suits it?
Herringbone or wide-plank oak, or grey-brown stone tiles.
