2012 Design Trends
One thing we know is that design never stops getting better and the creative ability to turn an interior space into something “Utterly Amazing”, yet retaining an effective setting by purpose and function that enhances our wellbeing – is exactly what good interior designers do. In 2012 we will see them defining interior decorating by celebrating your personality, taking care of details and creating pleasant, comfortable and highly personal interiors.
From African chic and Contemporary Cool Natural, to Vintage Bohemian and Soft Modern, design concepts are centring on beautiful combinations of traditional, contemporary and exotic materials, various ethnic styles and colours which draw inspiration from African, Asian and the Middle East - delivering warm, cheerful and stylish interiors.
Colours: dark and warm, yellow and brown tones; deep colour shades of precious and semi-precious stones; glorious emerald, ruby, amethyst and sapphire; exotic coral shades, vivid turquoise and luscious creams.
Materials & Textures: focus on the soft, comfortable, exotic and luxurious.
- Animal prints and ethnic patterns in earthy shades complimented by the use of natural materials such as wood or rattan.
- Wallpaper patterns inspired by natural plants, and beautiful wallpapers, made of leaves will add branches, flowers and leaves textures, offering natural light colours and chic eco style.
- Mix marble and wood, leather and glass, silk and wool, wood and glass, feathers and wood, natural stone and flowers, linen upholstery, silk and luxurious velvet cushions.
This freedom to combine intense shades with balancing tones, to think out of the box, mixing exotic, traditional and luxurious materials, to combine simple lines and adventurous design ideas are giving homes a very personal, peaceful and modern personality. In turn we will see rising popularity for:
- Antiques and fine pieces
- High back seating and beds, both antique and modern
- Brocade, damask, paisley along with animal pelts
- Dark kitchens with strange, disturbing, weird, menacing sculptures
- Goblets and chalices inspired by traditional styling
- Unique lighting fixture designs & chandeliers of all types
- Exaggerated baroque forms
- Girlie feminine patterns and pieces
- Framed architectural prints and maps
- Plastic resins to create traditional design replicas
- Shadow boxes– almost Globe like installations
The Sophistic DIY’s Emerge
This year many will be opting to stay put and upgrade their lifestyle by adding more comfort to their current home interiors, creating luxurious and relaxing rooms with impressive, personal and interesting decorating ideas.
Here are some thoughts to inspire the DIY-er in you!
- Soft contemporary: try tender ivory, comfortable brown, elegant silver, light gray and warm whites.
- Creative and high spirited: think saturated Bohemian colours: calming blues and indigos, soft conservative oranges, passionate reds, or affectionate and playful pinks.
- For a dramatic “WOW” effect mix red and mustard yellow, turquoise and yellow, orange and green, or yellow and brown.
- When a touch of Vintage opulence is needed, go with applications of gold accents in various matte shades - still one of the most elegant and noble colours.
- When it come to attractive combinations consider velvet and brick, stainless steel and wood, layers of silky fabrics and luxurious wool.
- Reflect more light into rooms with Glass décor: large mirrors, mirrored tiles, glass décor, beautiful wallpapers with Swarovski crystals or silver details.
- For an evocative and nostalgic atmosphere think antique pieces mixed with vintage trimmings of roses, crystals or beads that exude a soft calming sense of elegance and good taste.
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