Hearth & Home
What Authentic American Colonial Interior Design Looks Like—and How to Tell It From Colonial Revival
Authentic American Colonial interior design reflects the simple, functional homes of 17th- and 18th-century settlers, built from local materials and handmade furnishings. It is often confused with Colonial Revival, a later, more decorative style that emerged in the late 19th century.
Ingrid Larson·October 20, 2026
