Home Interior: Just

Just Stop

SAY GOODBYE TO THESE OUTDATED HOME INTERIOR TRENDS

By Lisa J. Gotto

Dated, drab, done. Nothing good lasts forever, they say, and that goes for stale and uninspiring tenets and elements of interior design. While it is economically and sustainably prudent not to do a complete interior makeover every year, some design trends and décor items could be weighing down your home’s style profile.

Scripted Goods 

Make a statement without saying a word, literally. Kitschy décor items embellished with one-word zingers or short phrases stating the obvious has reached its market saturation point. Instead of pillows that read “cozy home living,” bring the cozy to the pillow itself with supple textures or subtle patterns. And if you really want something to read, try accessorizing with some vintage books. Fine literature never goes out of style and will always be a shelf staple.

Photo by posterstore.com  Go-Away “Griege”

Too much of a monochromic or play-it-safe neutral scheme can come off as cold and lifeless. While the “griege” (gray plus beige) hue remains highly popular as a foundation to build on, the concept of layering on the grays is so over. The most popular choice overall for hues in homes right now is a mossy green. Try layering in some accent pieces, such as eucalyptus, artwork, or pillows with this color before going all-out on this trend and see if you can be swayed from the “griege.”

 We’re Down on the Farm

So, design experts are saying that the all-encompassing trend of modern farmhouse with its repurposed barn doors and updated Edison bulbs is on the backside of the curve when it comes to design vibes. While it may be starting to trend down, we can expect to see iterations of this look in homes for some time to come. In fact, the Country Chic aesthetic is said to be the close cousin of modern farmhouse, and is marked by the use of furnishings that stand out for their intense color.

Photo by mercurymosiacs

Subway Tiles 

Say it ain’t so! Okay, so subway tiles are a classic and not so totally over, yet some experts convey their predictability (all white tiles stacked horizontally) will be their undoing. To keep it fresh and fun, these classic tiles are going vertical, glossy, getting new grout treatments, and taking on some pretty intense hues. And combining two or more of these elements is a sure-fire way to prevent predictability.

 Faux Ferns

While there are some really great fakes out there when it comes to indoor greenery, some experts say for authenticity, only living, breathing plants should be infused into your interior environments. This is especially true if you are not a fastidious housekeeper with the Swifter, as these flourishes look flat not fab when they have a modicum of dust on their fronds. Don’t have a green thumb, you say? Try artwork with a natural theme instead.