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How a Travel Editor Decorates Their Home In Brooklyn

By Erika Owen
Updated January 15, 2021
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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 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 or Hulu as actual resources (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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Burrow Velvet Sofa

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To buy: westelm.com, $699

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‘Hot Dudes Reading’ Coffee Table Book

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To buy: nordstrom.com, $15

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‘Pay Phone’ Wall Phone

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To buy: nordstrom.com, $70

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Hudson’s Bay Wool Blanket

Credit: Courtesy of Woolrich

To buy: woolrich.com, $495

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Marcus Oakley Cat Art Print

Credit: Courtesy of Urban Outfitters

To buy: urbanoutfitters.com, starting at $19

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Rustic Living Rug

Credit: Courtesy of Anthropologie

To buy: anthropologie.com, starting at $198

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Boucle Wool Throw

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To buy: westelm.com, starting at $20

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Aviator Wall Clock

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To buy: target.com, $25

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Champagne for Days Canvas Print

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To buy: nordstrom.com, $132

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Brooklyn Modern Rustic Reclaimed Wood Dining Table

Credit: Courtesy of Urban Wood Goods

To buy: urbanwoodgoods.com, starting at $745

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Mongolian Faux Fur Throw Pillow

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To buy: target.com, $16

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Industrial Cage Work Light Chandelier

Credit: Courtesy of Shades of Light

To buy: shadesoflight.com, $420

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Brownstone Bookcase

Credit: Courtesy of Land of Nod

To buy: thelandofnod.com, $599

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Odion Coffee Table

Credit: Courtesy of Anthropologie

To buy: anthropologie.com, starting at $598

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Brooklyn Neighborhoods Print

Credit: Courtesy of Etsy

To buy: etsy.com, starting at $25

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Louis Ghost Chair

Credit: Courtesy of Hive Modern

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

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Ocean Dinner Plates

Credit: Courtesy of Helen Levi

To buy: helenlevi.com, $58

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Framework Bookcase

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To buy: cb2.com, $699

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Eloise Double Old-Fashioned Glasses

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To buy: cb2.com, $4.95

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Sailor’s Mirror

Credit: Courtesy of Anthropologie

To buy: anthropologie.com, starting at $58

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Wonky Grid Shower Curtain

Credit: Courtesy of Urban Outfitters

To buy: urbanoutfitters.com, $39

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Metal Brooklyn Bridge Bookends

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To buy: etsy,.com, $64

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Dot Grey Vase

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To buy: cb2.com, $30

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Magical Thinking Tiger Bath Mat

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To buy: urbanoutfitters.com, $34

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Big Sur Smoke Nightstand

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To buy: crateandbarrel.com, $699

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Angled Plant Stand

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To buy: cb2.com, $129

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Ginger Lemon Tea Candle

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To buy: apothekeco.com, $36

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Recluse Desk

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To buy: cb2.com, $449

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Peg Coat Rack

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To buy: cb2.com, $100

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1 of 29 Burrow Velvet Sofa
2 of 29 ‘Hot Dudes Reading’ Coffee Table Book
3 of 29 ‘Pay Phone’ Wall Phone
4 of 29 Hudson’s Bay Wool Blanket
5 of 29 Marcus Oakley Cat Art Print
6 of 29 Rustic Living Rug
7 of 29 Boucle Wool Throw
8 of 29 Aviator Wall Clock
9 of 29 Champagne for Days Canvas Print
10 of 29 Brooklyn Modern Rustic Reclaimed Wood Dining Table
11 of 29 Mongolian Faux Fur Throw Pillow
12 of 29 Industrial Cage Work Light Chandelier
13 of 29 Brownstone Bookcase
14 of 29 Odion Coffee Table
15 of 29 Brooklyn Neighborhoods Print
16 of 29 Louis Ghost Chair
17 of 29 Ocean Dinner Plates
18 of 29 Framework Bookcase
19 of 29 Eloise Double Old-Fashioned Glasses
20 of 29 Sailor’s Mirror
21 of 29 Wonky Grid Shower Curtain
22 of 29 Metal Brooklyn Bridge Bookends
23 of 29 Dot Grey Vase
24 of 29 Magical Thinking Tiger Bath Mat
25 of 29 Big Sur Smoke Nightstand
26 of 29 Angled Plant Stand
27 of 29 Ginger Lemon Tea Candle
28 of 29 Recluse Desk
29 of 29 Peg Coat Rack

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