Top Trends for 2021

Before & After HOME River Valley Issue 2

Getting to Know Designer Brian Ferguson

“As na've resident of Indiana, I am currently based in Evansville where I received my degree in Environmental/ Interior Design. I have adopted the philosophy of “Live Your Style Your Way” and subsequently focus my energy on defining crea've solu'ons to design that will result in comfortable, invi'ng spaces that will sa'sfy my clients’ needs. Having been born the eldest of iden'cal triplets, I have always placed a great deal of emphasis on individuality. With each project I pursue. I will strive to leave you smiling. My moKo is ‘Don’t just sa'sfy your customers - delight them.’ My design muse is Frank Lloyd Wright, a renowned architect, and I admire his ability to create numerous designs, one totally different from the other, but each a reflec'on of his versa'le talent.” Spending months at home avoiding the Coronavirus has made all of us more aware of our living space and looking forward to a change in your decor. At the latest trade show in January, designer Brian Ferguson of Y Factor Studio had the opportunity to see first-hand the upcoming trends in design for the year. Here are the top ones he sees making their mark! 1. Liveable luxury is the theme for the year with the pantone colors being Illumina'ng yellow and ul'mate gray. Blush will now be considered a neutral in trending spaces once used for white only. 2. We will see the shiplap walls and coverings falling out of fashion and other ways of bringing texture into our space are being introduced such as plaster, raKan, and plants. 3. The accent wall is fading and a return to monochroma'c walls that blend seamlessly with decor are emerging. Grey kitchen interiors are becoming less popular and shades of blue are being reintroduced. 4. Industrial style may be the next big trend for 2021. We are seeing an incorpora'on of elements such as exposed stone work, high ceilings with wood and metal elements, all in neutral colors trending. 5. Polyester, nylon and rayon may lose ground to neutral and recyclable tex'les. Organic coKon, and low impact linens will be the preferred choices for the year. Wicker and raKan furniture will likely be popular. We will see darker, modern rooms with accessories, artwork, modern ligh'ng, blending the old with the new. Where you work, live and play is not only a display of your personal style, but is also a reflec'on of who you are, what you enjoy and what makes you happy. Crea'ng a new space can be joyful and refresh your outlook in this 'me of much-needed renewal.