How to Decorate Your Home Like a Quirky-Cool Brooklyn Brownstone

By Erika Owen
Updated: March 07, 2017
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If there's one word that fits Brooklyn, it's cool. That's not saying that it is, in fact, a cool place all of the time, but spend a few minutes watching "Girls" or any movie located in this New York City borough, and you'll see that there's no one style that covers all Brooklyn homes. But even more than cool, Brooklyn is a melting pot for a lot of different things: people, culture, street art, restaurants—oh, and quirky home goods.

If you've ever wanted to channel a little bit of Brooklyn style into your own home décor, there are a few guidelines: Don't be afraid of an out-there piece of art, reclaimed wood is always a good thing, and embrace solid furniture colors. And the many makers who live in Brooklyn's neighborhoods are a huge part of its vibrant culture, so try to interject some handmade pieces into your home for a genuine straight-from-Brooklyn vibe.

Don't worry about matching patterns or themes throughout your Brooklyn-like home. Choose décor that speaks to you, and it'll all come together. Brooklyn-themed décor is friendly to all budgets—any local will be able to tell you that some of their favorite pieces came from a stoop sale or a kismet grab from the side of the street.

Whether you're just looking for a new piece of art for that blank wall space or a full living room redo, there are plenty of things out there just waiting to give your space a dose of Brooklyn style. You don't have to travel to the borough to know what kinds of items you'd find frequenting a Williamsburg loft or a cozy studio in Brooklyn Heights—just turn on the TV. This is the one time you can use Netflix as an actual resource (we suggest "Broad City" or "The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt").

Ahead, take a dive into our Brooklyn décor picks to get your design plans rolling.

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Beckham Sofa

Courtesy of West Elm

To buy: westelm.com, $699

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‘Hot Dudes Reading’ Coffee Table Book

Courtesy of Nordstrom

To buy: nordstrom.com, $15

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‘Pay Phone’ Wall Phone

Courtesy of Nordstrom

To buy: nordstrom.com, $70

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Hudson’s Bay Wool Blanket

Courtesy of Woolrich

To buy: woolrich.com, $495

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Marcus Oakley Cat Art Print

Courtesy of Urban Outfitters

To buy: urbanoutfitters.com, starting at $19

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Rustic Living Rug

Courtesy of Anthropologie

To buy: anthropologie.com, starting at $198

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Boucle Wool Throw

Courtesy of West Elm

To buy: westelm.com, starting at $20

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Aviator Wall Clock

Courtesy of Target

To buy: target.com, $25

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Champagne for Days Canvas Print

Courtesy of Nordstrom

To buy: nordstrom.com, $132

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Brooklyn Modern Rustic Reclaimed Wood Dining Table

Courtesy of Urban Wood Goods

To buy: urbanwoodgoods.com, starting at $745

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Mongolian Faux Fur Throw Pillow

Courtesy of Target

To buy: target.com, $16

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Industrial Cage Work Light Chandelier

Courtesy of Shades of Light

To buy: shadesoflight.com, $420

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Brownstone Bookcase

Courtesy of Land of Nod

To buy: thelandofnod.com, $599

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Odion Coffee Table

Courtesy of Anthropologie

To buy: anthropologie.com, starting at $598

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Brooklyn Neighborhoods Print

Courtesy of Etsy

To buy: etsy.com, starting at $25

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Louis Ghost Chair

Courtesy of Hive Modern

To buy: hivemodern.com, $900 (2-pack)

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Ocean Dinner Plates

Courtesy of Helen Levi

To buy: helenlevi.com, $58

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Framework Bookcase

Courtesy of CB2

To buy: cb2.com, $699

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Eloise Double Old-Fashioned Glasses

Courtesy of CB2

To buy: cb2.com, $4.95

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Sailor’s Mirror

Courtesy of Anthropologie

To buy: anthropologie.com, starting at $58

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Wonky Grid Shower Curtain

Courtesy of Urban Outfitters

To buy: urbanoutfitters.com, $39

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Metal Brooklyn Bridge Bookends

Courtesy of Etsy

To buy: etsy,.com, $64

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Dot Grey Vase

Courtesy of CB2

To buy: cb2.com, $30

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Magical Thinking Tiger Bath Mat

Courtesy of Urban Outfitters

To buy: urbanoutfitters.com, $34

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Big Sur Smoke Nightstand

Courtesy of Crate and Barrel

To buy: crateandbarrel.com,  $699

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Angled Plant Stand

Courtesy of CB2

To buy: cb2.com, $129

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Ginger Lemon Tea Candle

Courtesy of Apotheke Co.

To buy: apothekeco.com, $36

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Recluse Desk

Courtesy of CB2

To buy: cb2.com, $449

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Peg Coat Rack

Courtesy of CB2

To buy: cb2.com, $100

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