Want to know what colours, materials and styles you’ll be coveting over the next few seasons? Whether you’re planning on updating your living room, bedroom or outdoor area, or you are wondering whether green will still be as popular as everyone says it will – we have the answers!
Interiors trade network Eporta and leading trend forecasting website WGSN have created an Interiors Trend Report, summarising the trends to look out for over the coming months. The guide is intended to give customers an insight into the most important trend stories of the moment, rather than dictate which trends should be followed. We’re super happy to announce that two talented FEATHR artists are featured in the guide! Read on to find out who, and to discover which interior design trendsetters to keep an eye out for in 2017 and 2018.
The Natural World
Although the trend for nature has been around a while, we are now seeing the influence of the natural world going deeper than ever before, from the furthest reaches of space to the depths of geology, and intricate patterns in nature.
Design styles: botanical, cosmology and celestial
Material: dark marble
Feature: sustainability
Key piece: furniture in natural forms
Image: X-Ray Botanics 01 in Cream by Hugh Turvey for FEATHR
Blurred Boundaries
Where once interiors were defined strictly by rooms, living spaces now have become more transitional and comfortable. The growing trend for outdoor living areas reflects our desire to connect with nature, and home office spaces become more comfortable.
Design styles: Modular, versatile pieces
Material: Wood, durable fabrics for outdoors
Feature: Hanging plants and indoor greenery
Key piece: Benches
Back to Basics
Increasing costs facing first time buyers, the rise in popularity of ‘local’ activities and experiences among millennials and a well rooted older generation has seen rural populations growing. The trend for rustic, artisanal pieces counter balances the continuing advance of technology.
Style: Rustic, homemade, clean, natural
Material: Thick leather, wood
Feature: Light wood with various finishes – sandblasted, whitewashed
Bold Personality Driven Design
In contrast to the pared-back, country style, we are also seeing an increase in extremely bold interior designs. This is tied to an increasing demand over the last year for bespoke interiors that appeal to individual personalities. Colours are strong and bold, surfaces are the accent rather than individual pieces.
Style: Bold colours and all over patterns
Colours: Green – rich and dark, yellow – warm, honey tones
Feature: Bold wallpaper and surfaces that make a statement
Image: English Rose Wallpaper by Reeta Ek for FEATHR
The New Contemporary
A more glamorous and opulent contemporary style is emerging. Influenced by the Fashion world, the new contemporary has a masculine elegance and includes dark wood and artisanal leather accessories.
Style: Art deco, masculine elegance
Material: Gold & wood, leather
Feature: Artisanal leather pieces
Visceral experiences
Interiors become more immersive to reflect our ever-connected lives. Materials and products are multi-sensory and encourage people to get lost in the moment. Sculptural designs, tactile finishes and warm metals remain popular.
Material: Velvet
Colour: Warm metals – copper and brass
Key piece: Copper pendant lighting
Image: NYE Velvet Fabric in Sorbet by Anna Alanko for FEATHR
Balance
Furniture and lighting that seems as if it is poised mid-movement, reflects the current uncertain and shifting political and economic climate. Innovative designs that challenge gravity and equilibrium are becoming increasingly popular and an interior trend that shows no signs of slowing.
Style: Futuristic glamour
Material: Marble, Brass
Feature: Designs that make you take a second look
Key piece: Suspension lighting
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