IN or OUT
The latest in design trends BY JENNY GOLDSBERRY
People are spending more time than ever in their homes. The emergence and popularity of remote work is keeping some at home for even their working hours. When schools close temporarily, the home becomes the classroom for children. More and more people are opting to order in rather than eat out, turning their own dining rooms into personal restaurants. That’s why home design is more important than ever: people are greatly influenced by an environment. The colors of the wall can influence moods, furniture can give the appearance of a more spacious room, and lights can bring warmth and welcome. Often, one can’t appreciate good design until they suffer living in badly designed homes. Instead of experiencing the positive influences, they only know the flip side of the coin.
Goodbye white! Bold colors are in!
Here’s a list of trends that are in and out:
Design Trends In:
k Sculptural architecture, sculptural lighting, sculptural furniture: all of it is on trend. This is your chance to display unique shapes all throughout your home. In fact, worldwide travel begins opening again; take this opportunity to display some of your finds from international vacations. Display Roman sculptured candle holders from Italy, a Buddhist lantern from Japan, or any number of international sculptures. You’ll be trending while also sparking conversations about your recent travels. k Along those same lines, Italian plaster is also in. Today, it is possible to paint your home with the same stucco-like texture that is present all over ancient Italian architecture. This look can come in all sorts of colors, so if you’d like to stick to white walls over a loud color, you’ll still be on trend. Vintage pieces are being used more. 26 northogdenconnection.com | May 2022
k Don’t throw out your antiques either because they’re in too. “The ‘new style’ is called ‘grand millennial,’” interior designer Rachel Driggs explains. “Classic interiors with unique pieces you could only find in your grandma’s house. It’s amazing!” Finally, a sustainable practice of reusing vintage furniture is popular again.
