Imagine settling into a richly patinaed leather armchair, the sweet scent of cedar and a hint of fine tobacco mingle in the air while Chet Baker spins on the turntable. Creating your own cigar room \u2014 or any room with that timeless aesthetic \u2014 ushers luxurious escapism into your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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So, we’ve gathered tips from some leading interior design and cigar room experts to unlock the mystery of what goes into creating a space infused with delicious moodiness, seductive sophistication, and vintage allure. Let’s get lost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You may be thinking, \u201cA cigar lounge? In this<\/em> day and age?\u201d Fair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our inspiration was Architectural Digest\u2019s<\/em><\/a> profile of Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelo\u2019s stunning cigar\u2011inspired lounge\/media room, a \u201c…1970s vibe with deep blue lacquered walls, a fiber-optic cocktail table, and artwork hung salon-style. The pi\u00e8ce de r\u00e9sistance is a backlit bar nook, curtained in midnight-blue velvet with a whimsical painted cigarette motif overhead.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n Already, it sounds cool, right? Then Ripa sealed<\/a> the deal, \u201cBy the way, we installed an amazing ventilation system. You\u2019d never know anyone ever smoked in here.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, air quality is important for any<\/em> room. Happily, there are loads of solutions, including, as we learned from Air Quality Engineering<\/em><\/a>, \u201cSmoke eaters\u2026designed to target smoke and provide powerful odor control.\u201d Yes, please.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For cigar lovers, that\u2019s exceptionally welcome news. As one cigar lounge owner told Cigar Aficionado\u2019s<\/em><\/a> Garrett Rutledge, \u201cWhen you\u2019re in there with six or seven, it\u2019s going to get pretty smoky.\u201d Bottom line: ventilation is worth the investment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Designers have long leaned on the power of colors. Case in point, while loving on colors like ochre<\/a>, deep aubergine<\/a>, and dark blue-green<\/a> in conversation with Architectural Digest<\/em><\/a>, Surrounded by Color\u2019s<\/em> Robin Heller and Jen Levyare shared, \u201cWe\u2019re not huge believers that colors go out of style\u2014especially if they make you feel<\/em> something special.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Imagining a space like a cigar lounge for your home, what we’re really talking about is ambience \u2014 feeling something special.<\/em> And that ambience, designers agree, is deeply enhanced by darker, moodier palettes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As the folks at Mr G\u2019s Cigars<\/em><\/a> advise, such hues \u201c…evoke a sense of luxury and relaxation. These colors can envelop the room in warmth and create an inviting, sophisticated ambiance perfect for unwinding\u2026making it feel more expansive and serene.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cigar rooms usually have, um, cigars. Hence, there’s nothing more quintessentially cigar-room chic than leather furniture. Because, beyond their visual appeal, leather<\/a> and recycled<\/a> leather are nearly impervious to liquids and odors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As Cigars.com<\/em><\/a> advises, \u201cAvoid soft fabric furniture as it will hold onto cigar smoke. Instead, leather chairs \u201c\u2026add a cozy, rustic vibe to your lounge, especially once they begin to patina.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here at the largest<\/a> online upholstery fabric store, we\u2019re passionate about personality. And patina \u2014 the wonderful character that emerges the more leather furniture\u2019s lived in and loved\u2014 is<\/em><\/strong> personality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studio Tre\u2019s<\/em> Whitley Esteban and Ernesto Gloria shared their love of patina and quality fabrics with House Beautiful<\/em><\/a>, \u201cIf patina is what we\u2019re after\u2026let real materials be themselves, and let time do its thing. We look for materials and methods that are made to last.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today\u2019s cigar rooms balance vintage-inspiration with modern comforts. The “modern\u201d is thanks to advances<\/a> in technology like air filtration and performance fabrics like Crypton<\/a>, offering virtually any hue or pattern and<\/em><\/strong> the durability you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And \u201cvintage\u201d isn’t about untouchable, unlivable furnishings. For instance, mid-century modern design (the queen of less-is-more elegance) remains an essential style vibe because it\u2019s built to be lived in. As Paradowski Studio\u2019s<\/em> Piotr Paradowski shared with Elle Decor<\/em><\/a>, \u201cWhile it started in the second half of the 20th century, it\u2019s still well-related to the modern times we live in.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n The designers at The Davani Group<\/em><\/a> merge modern and classic styles, offering \u201can air of relaxation and sophistication every day and with every use.\u201d Adding, versatile spaces like cigar rooms work \u201c…in every style from vintage art deco<\/a> to clean modern Scandinavian<\/a> styles and everything in between. Blending styles, materials and colors together guarantee unique experiences that aren\u2019t repeatable.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n A cigar room calls for subtle lighting and strategically placed lamps to foster intimacy and mood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The pros at Cigar Roller<\/em><\/a> say, \u201cSoft, warm lighting is ideal for creating a relaxing ambiance. Consider installing adjustable lights, so you can control the brightness according to your mood or the time of day. A stylish table lamp can also be a great addition to your cigar lounge.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n But dimly lit isn\u2019t the only path to \u201clit\u201d in your new lounge space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Cigar Public<\/em><\/a> blog offers a different take, \u201c…natural light is important for daytime use and showcasing your collection. Choose a room with ample windows to allow sunlight to stream in, or consider installing skylights or glass doors to brighten the space. Window treatments like curtains or blinds can be used to control light levels and create the desired atmosphere.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n In a cigar\u2011room aesthetic, thoughtfully selected accents create authenticity, putting your fingerprint on the whole vibe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As designer Lauren Saab told Homes & Gardens<\/em><\/a>, \u201cEvery space needs one piece with soul\u2026 These aren\u2019t just accessories. They\u2019re anchors.\u201d Also in H&G<\/em>, designer Cathryn Lindsey adds, \u201cI always bring in sourced vintage decor pieces for the final styling layer. Skipping the big-box collections in favor of more storied, one-of-a-kind pieces makes a space feel layered and intentional.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Soulful. Layered. Intentional. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Veranda\u2019s<\/em><\/a> Sara Clark describes how the old and new blend, \u201cAntiques are meant to enliven a space with context and history, not to create a museum with velvet ropes.\u201d She talks with designer Peter Dunham who grounds the point, “You want a place to feel rooted. I layer reclaimed things so you can’t tell what’s new and what’s old.” And fabrics help you update and reimagine<\/a> any vintage or antique addition, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Texture deepens the feel and story of a space, creating visual and tactile depth. In Ideal Home & Garden<\/em><\/a>, designer Ria Hingarh suggests layering \u201cmultiple luxurious textures, particularly vintage vinyl and leathers, for a cozy yet refined aesthetic that welcomes lingering conversations.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n Decorating Den Interiors<\/em><\/a>\u2019 Jen Pysnack reveals texture\u2019s special-sauce \u201c…isn\u2019t just about visual appeal \u2014 it\u2019s also about how a space feels. A plush rug underfoot or a soft velvet<\/a> sofa invites touch and adds an element of comfort. Texture engages multiple senses, making your room feel richer and more complete.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n And the SKETCH Design Studio<\/em><\/a> team explains the dynamic impact of layering, \u201c…a mix of soft and hard surfaces, such as plush rugs, woven baskets, smooth leather, and rough-hewn wood. By combining these elements, you can create a space that feels both cozy and sophisticated.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n The takeaway from our experts is less about cigars and more about feelings, designing a space with an aesthetic and an experience in mind that shifts you out of the everyday into something just a bit magical \u2014 right at home. Ready to begin<\/a>? Give us a call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Architectural Digest\u2019s<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\nIn The Mood: Embrace The Power Of Colors<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Old School: Love On Leather (And Faux Leather)<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
New School: Blending Styles To Reveal Yours<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Lit: Lighting For Ambience<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Free Your Soul: Accents And Authenticity <\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Go Deep: Use Tantalizing Textures<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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