Interior Design Trends - PASTE magazine

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PASTE is an online magazine/ website, known for its focus on the UK and global pop culture including; music, games, books, design and much more. With regular posts and up to date information on trends across the board, reviews and guides on up and coming software and technology.

Whilst doing some research to help create more of a focus for my project, I stumbled across this website and its post on the top ten interior trends for 2014. although this post is a little out of date now in March, this post is the start of my research into the trends of the design industry, it has made me more aware of the trends in the interior market. As the interior market is an area of the industry I am particularly interested in, I was surprised to realise that there are major trends in the interior design market. This is something I have not came across before, the trends in fashion are so obvious, but I had not came across a specific idea of yearly, monthly of even weekly trend ideas.

The post on this website, published on the 31st January 2014, displayed the top ten interior design trends for the year 2014, displayed below....

1. Saturated colors
Leave gray, beige and greige in the rearview mirror in favor of deeply-saturated hues like navy and plum. In fact, navy is considered a new neutral for its ability to blend with other colors and styles. If a darker shade on the wall seems too scary, start with a piece of furniture like a sofa or sectional as your focal point and work from there.

2. Rich fabrics
Leave behind simple cottons and linens and embrace the luxurious velvet, earthy suede and even textured corduroy. These fabrics are sophisticated yet durable, and can hold up to the darker color schemes popular for 2014.

3. Modern takes on classic patterns
Floral patterns are in and always will be—just not your grandma’s florals. House Beautiful suggests taking a bold approach, mixing patterns to modernize the overall look. Shop for funky takes on classic chintz and toile to keep things fresh.

4. High style at low prices

Haute design trends have never been more affordable, thanks to retail innovations including collaborations with famous designers. Stores like Target have upped the ante by providing affordable trends to the masses while they’re still “au courant”. Now, even non-designers are totally in the know.

5. Goodbye matchy-matchy
Armed with more availability and knowledge of design trends than ever before, 2014 consumers can take bigger risks. We all know that harmonious colours don’t have to match, and the same goes for pattern finishes. Don’t be afraid to bring different colours, textures and finishes into your space. You’ll be surprised at how far you can push the boundaries and still create a cohesive look.

6. Think outside the style box
The confidence to try bold trends and mix finishes means a broader interpretation of design styles. There is no longer a need to place styles in fixed categories like “traditional”, “rustic”, “industrial” or “country.” Homes in 2014 will represent an eclectic array of stylistic influences. Picking items that speak to you individually will keep you from conforming to a rigid or overdone look.

7. Meaningful accessories
Less is more when it comes to decorative objects around the house. 2014 will leave behind kitschy, purposeless accessories. Choose objects, artwork and photos with personal significance to keep your decorative collection from getting out of hand.

8. Sculptural artwork
Branch out beyond framed prints and make your 2014 art collection stand out. Sculptural pieces add dimensionality to your walls. A range of materials and textures like felt, horn, ceramic and even macramé create unique focal points and conversation topics.

9. Natural elements
Natural materials are incorporated not just into wall art, but fabrics and furnishings, too. Cowhide is making a big appearance in the textile realm in a variety of colors and applications.

10. Light-toned wood
For many years, dark tones like mahogany and cherry dominated the wood furniture market. This year caramel and honey tones will take the spotlight. The softer look blends with any design style and keeps furnishings from feeling heavy or fussy.

I think one of the key things I find interesting about these set of trends is that a great deal of the are based around the types of materials which are used such as types of wood and the use of design or pattern, not the styles or motifs of pattern. I would like to do more research in this part of the interior design market, to see if the patterns and use of colour are as changeable as the fashion industry.