Mixing different styles, textures, and looks is a great way to make your home stand out and showcase your individual style. Taking styling inspiration from different eras of time can help create a unique home. Whether it is the ornate styles of the Victorian periods, or the geometric Art Deco styles, all are welcome into the modern, 21st century home.  Designing and setting up your entire home around a single theme can seem very difficult, and even scary. That is why it is important to remember to have fun with it. Here are some of our top tricks to mix antique and contemporary styles of home decor to create a chic look for any home.  a. “Vintage Looking” furniture: Try out pieces for your home which have a timeworn or antique look. This is usually called a “patina” finish and can be used with coffee tables for the living room, dining tables, or even paintings with a vintage finish. This adds an interesting layer to an otherwise modern home. b. Mixing different textures: Vintage pieces often come with finishes like leather, weathered wood or tarnished metals. To offset this bold look, try pairing it with soft textures through rugs and cushions, luxurious fabric sofas and lounge chairs.  c. Statement pieces: Transforming your entire home with vintage pieces can be a daunting task. Instead, try out a statement piece in an antique style. Statement pieces can become the star of any room, and you can build your entire home decor style around it. Consider this Vintage style trunks upholstered in leather or faux-leather, complete with brass trimmings, leather fasteners, and gold plated rivets, modelled into a coffee table, an  end table or a bar cabinet can become instant conversation starters. A classic accent chair with tufted fabric and wooden legs can be a simple, yet transforming addition to your living room. A Victorian style chandelier is a stunning piece which can become the focus of your home. Add a vintage touch to your bedroom with a unique vintage style ottoman. d. Combining Vintage and Modern Pieces: An easy way to make any room look professionally designed and styled, is to use contrasting pieces together to create a balanced look. Try pairing a vintage-style dining table with contemporary chairs, or a classic wooden coffee table with gold details with a chic stone and metal lamp.  These tips from Aditya Pandey are easy to use to instantly transform your home. Use the latest home decor trends to draw inspiration and then personalize it to create your own style. Mixing and matching different styles and looks can make a home feel warm, personal and uniquely stylish.