Best of … Eastern accents for your home

Contributed by Denise McGill, Catalogs.com Top 10 Guru

The Far East is full of mystique and architectural wonders.

Emperors, dynasties and Buddhism all play a part in the rich history of Eastern culture. When you walk into a room with an Eastern theme, you are likely to find a statue of a meditating Buddha on a shelf or an elaborate tapestry covering a wall.

From intricate architecture to fine silks and fabrics, these five online stores have the Eastern accents for your home that you are looking for.

Buddha Groove

Hip and spiritual

Get your Eastern décor groove on with Buddha Groove. They have everything from Buddhist art, statues, and décor for your indoor and outdoor accents. To add a contemporary look to the garden or patio area, a Zen-Buddha garden statue will bring a sense of tranquility and harmony to casual outdoor living spaces. For themed décor, the Buddha Groove online store has the Eastern accents designed around “the enlightened one.”

Touch of Class

Asian influences

Add subtle Asian accents to your bathroom, kitchen, mantle place or bookshelf with decorating accessories from Touch of Class. Even a toothbrush holder can introduce color and eastern architectural flair to your home! Look for figurines, linens and pillows to complete the look.

Quality Silk Plants

Carefully constructed accents

If you have a room decorated with accessories from the Far East then Quality Silk Plants can bring a little greenery into the picture. Brighten a corner, decorate the end of a staircase, or even hang a floral arrangement in the bath to capture the tropical Far East. A Japanese bamboo can make nice space in the home just a little more luxurious by adding in that little something that is missing – greenery! Besides silk plants, there is a variety of urns, vases, and planters from Quality Silk Plants to add a touch of Eastern accent.

Tapestry Catalogue

Loaded with color

Browse through the Tapestry Catalogue selection of wall hangings and you will definitely find beautiful woven scenes depicting both East and South Asia. Magnificent elephants carrying royalty through the jungle is just one of the tapestries you will find to display on that bare wall in your home. Tapestries are colorful, loaded with detailing and often tell a story. What Orient-themed room would be complete without wall art that is a woven-fabric masterpiece?

Design Toscano

Exotic touches

Design Toscano is the online store for the exotic! Who can do without a sumo wrestler holding cold beverages out on the patio? Design Toscano has furniture for indoor living spaces as well as outdoor patio and garden areas. So if you are looking for something a little out of the ordinary to decorate your home or plan a meditation garden, Design Toscano has the accessories to create the tranquil space you are looking for. Not only do they carry Eastern accents for your home, they have a large selection of African, Egyptian and Tuscan décor.