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Thursday, February 23rd, 2017
Century Furniture Living Room Accent Table SF5467 is saying a million yes(es) to marble this year.
We can now safely say that 2016 was quite an unpredictable year in terms of interior design. This year, you’re in for a ride as you are bound to push boundaries. The forecasts for this year are bold to the point of being jaw-dropping. There are trends that you need to say goodbye to and there are daring ones that you need to consider.
No to Antique
Yup. The pressure is no longer on when it comes to owning and displaying strictly antique pieces in any home. This doesn’t mean that you simply store the old pieces and just go buying new ones.
You will have to learn to pair the antique ones with some trendier pieces. It is wonderful to have a period as the starting off point but don’t stick to it exclusively.
Create a more aesthetically stimulating look that will harmonize with the rest of the mixed elements that you have in your home.
No to Oversized Furniture
Remember that ample space is more important than having large furniture. Oversized furniture often overwhelms – they are meant to be used only in the most spacious homes. If you have medium to small space, don’t overpower that limited floor area by stuffing it with large furniture pieces.
Just don’t. This year, you will have to use ideally-scaled pieces for your home.
Yes to Matte Appliance
The kitchen is an interesting room to design this year. The new look for kitchens is daring without being overconfident. Find objects or appliances with matte finish then strip away the walls and countertops of all other distractions.
Say no to surface sheen and other such attention-grabbing feature.
Yes to Marble Pieces
If you haven’t already noticed, Pinterest is showing a lot of marble pieces this year. This is a huge trend that you simply should not ignore.
Do you remember how the tile market used to be dominated by marble especially when it is paired with metal or wood? Marble-patterned fabrics and wall coverings are huge this year, just as marble and brass fusions are also a hit.
Yes to Jewel Tones
While beige is also acceptable this year, it can get dull especially when you are uncertain about what to pair it with. The best look for your walls is to add drama – use deep jewel tones such as amethyst, pastels and emerald green. These are also colors from Mother Nature which just cements the trend for 2017 that natural colors are also in.
Yes to Subway Tiles
One other trend that you can embrace – though not totally new – is the subway tile. This is a classic yet a versatile tile option which can work with many different styles.
This look is all about having an unexpected element in the middle of the rest of your design. The subway tile offers a great effect with any farmhouse kitchen. Just add a dark grout and you will automatically make the backsplash appear more graphic.
Subway tiles come in a variety of materials, finishes and colors. This is a wonderful way to fuse other design elements.
Yes to Smart Home Elements
People’s lives now revolve around equipment and devices. This is also true with our homes. You are bound to see more and more imaginative ways of infusing charging docks to spaces.
Say yes to smart furniture this year.
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Wednesday, February 22nd, 2017
Tommy Bahama Home Living Room Flamingo Octagonal End Table 593-951 has emerald green top which is perfect when married with the sturdy hue that is brown.
The year 2016 was a blast when talking about home décor. It was a year filled with Nordic-inspired interiors and everything woven. With the first quarter of 2017 almost drawing to a close, it is about time that you begin exploring the latest decorating craze. Most homes have already embraced the elements that are in for this year so why be left behind?
Green Is Definitely In
Martyn Lawrence-Bullard, a celebrity interior designer is certain that green is strong this year; from emerald to lime green, to hints of this color throughout your home, it is the one color that can give life on default.
Go Tropical
It is also not a secret that the interior design industry gets most of its cues from the fashion runway. This year, the fashion trends set by Prada, Marc Jacobs, and Emanuel Ungaro are quite huge. These designers have embraced the lush, tropical beauty.
Tropical prints will continue to dominate fabrics and wallpapers this year. If large prints are a little too much for you – don’t fret – there are still throws that can show this same look but with smaller patterns.
Decorating this year is pretty much like buying a trendy piece of clothing, you have to consider what’s hip yet, at the same time, a classic design element.
Don’t Forget Texture
Woven designs are still holding strong from last year’s trend. Remember that texture is what makes a home more inviting so don’t hesitate to blend in some of it into your home.
Textures are becoming more interesting each year. You can see brass tables that have been brushed to fabrics, wallpapers and lighting fixtures.
A quick way that you can add texture to your home is to drape an interesting piece of wool fabric on a sectional or a loveseat. Leather would also become more exciting with this interesting piece.
Marble and Brass Fusion
Young Huh has forecasted brass and marble fusion as something big this year – and he is right. The trend is now dominant in many kitchens and baths throughout the country. This is no surprise as it is a combination that is industrial yet glamorous.
Unique Patterns
What could be more interesting than geometrics for this year? Your goal is to create an African, Asian, or even Indian patterns but make sure that you modernize them if you don’t want to appear too tribal.
You can carry over this quirkiness to your lighting fixtures this year. Let unique designs dominate your dining room. This room is a wonderful space to do something rare.
Hooker Furniture Living Room Chairside Table shows the trendy fusion of marble and brass.
Muted Hues
If the thought of bold colors in your home mortifies you, then that’s okay, too. This doesn’t mean that you will not be trendy this year. If you’re feeling anxious about loud colors, then you can also go for neutrals such as camel brown, pale grays, beige and blush pink. These are super, super trendy this year.
Now let’s focus on gray. This was a huge color last year and it will continue to reign supreme this year. Look forward to different shades of gray, lots of gray white and deeper tones of this color. This is the kind of color that can add character to any home, one that would complement a wide spectrum of shades.
Say Yes to Bronze
If marble and brass are a huge combination this year, then bronze is a class of its own. This is a metal that can warm up your space while providing your home a classic, glamorous, even an enchanting look. This is the perfect metal to add to your lighting fixtures and accessories.
Use bronze decorative bowls, lamps and vases in the living room, dining room, even the kitchen.
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Thursday, January 26th, 2017
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It’s almost the end of January but are you still looking for ideas that you can use in your home? No worries, there are a lot of design ideas that’s previewed for this year. Industry leaders have spoken and fashion experts have agreed – the trends for 2017 are as follows –
The Satin Brass Comeback
In recent years, it has been observed that brash finishes have been reappearing in homes. These are cherished for their shiny, golden tones that can make a place look expensive without the exorbitant price tag. More than these lovely finishes, though, designers have decided to embrace a softer tone such as that of brushed brass or satin.
Satin brass is a warm and muted version of the popular brass finish.
The satin brass finish offers a transitional look and it can even complement a lot of styles in many beautiful ways. This finish also looks amazing against any color within the rainbow spectrum.
Those who are aiming for a more eclectic look will also find the satin brass finish to be a useful element.
Converted Vanities
If you are having a difficult time finding the right vanity for your bathroom or bedroom, then think outside of the box for a moment. Find some chest of drawers or consoles that you could convert into lovely vanities.
Greenery
The verdant color for this year as announced by Pantone is greenery. This became an instant hit for those who are on the look out for something that’s revitalizing and could add zest while still managing to fuse with wood and other warm tones.
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White and Off-White
Have you ever stepped into a room that’s painted solely in white? There is simply something refreshing about it but when it’s done in a stark tone, then it seems to project a clinical feeling.
What you need to be in this year is to balance the white palette with the beauty of creamy off-white hues. Natural linens could also offer a more breathtaking look that’s also brimming with character.
Dress Up Laundry Rooms
Bathrooms and kitchens often get the biggest chunk in any remodeling budget. Now it’s time to make your space look great down to the last nook and cranny. So, go to the laundry room and have some storage space installed. Have some color splashed across the walls there – you often go to the laundry area so why not make it a good-looking space, too?
A laundry room remodel for 150 square foot would cost an average of $2,700. Leave the appliances and you get to spend more on tiles and other detailing tasks.
Dress Up Entryways Too
The entryway – much like a powder room – is a small place where you can experiment with design without going overboard on your budget. To avoid spending $2,500 or more on a small entryway, consider having wallpaper or a statement mirror. Or you can use a narrow table with tray for your pairs of shoes underneath. Remember that you’re still working on a first impression for your future guests so you have to present your home in a stylish manner from the onset.
Outdoor-Indoor Shower
Outdoor showers are a wonderful idea in tropical settings. The downside here is that they are not a practical thing to set up all year-round. So, to solve the problem on weather, find a strategic area where you can create a shower area that’s still connected to the outdoors without being problematic with privacy.
Black Steel and Glass Door
This steel-framed and glass-paneled door is wonderful when installed in dark entryways. This is so some natural light could go in.
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