BASIC To decorate your home in a traditional atmosphere, you will need to decorate in a style relating to a specific historical period. Among the popular periods are English, French and American. To achieve a traditional look certain points have to be kept in mind. Colors are usually classic greens, blues and rich oriental colors. Furniture is usually antique or good reproduction. Upholstery is patterned and lavish such as brocade, velvet and silk. Patterns are usually paisleys, oriental and gothic. Polished wooden floors are the elements of authentic classic design. ENGLISH The most common styles of England that are still used in interiors today are: Queen Ann, Georgian and Sheraton among others. Queen Ann featured curvilinear design and had oriental influence. The QueenAnn chair is still a favorite piece. Sheraton is more delicately scaled furniture and has more Greek and Roman influence. Georgian was more detailed and heavy in propositions. It also had Greek and Roman influence. FRENCH Mostly adapted from Italian style, but giving it a more delicate, formal and feminine look. Among the famous French periods are:  Louis XIV is usually heavy and large-scale furniture. Louis XV is more delicate, feminine and has oriental influence. Louis XV chairs are very popular even today. Louis XVI has more Greek and Roman influence.  AMERICAN The American design was mostly based on European design, but more simpler and cleaner lines. One of the famous pieces of American furniture is the Rocking chair, which is still commonly used.