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Updating your home’s interior with retro decor items such as vintage furniture pieces and accessories in bold, vibrant colors is one of many top design trends for 2015.
INTERIOR STATEMENTS
6 design trends to boost your home’s style in 2015
The start of a new year is the premier time to refresh and refocus on certain aspects of your life, and the home is no exception. Say goodbye to lackluster interiors, as renowned interior designer and DIY television personality Taniya Nayak has forecast the top trends for 2015 that will be sure to enhance and revive any home.
Deep, rich hues
Be bold with shadowy and opulent tones; there are many ways to infuse a rich color scheme into your space. “Don’t be intimidated by dark hues,” Nayak said. “The concept of a ‘pop’ of color is blown up in 2015. We’re see- ing deep, rich hues adorning walls, lavishly upholstered furniture pieces, window treatments and area rugs. This
year, we like to say ‘go bold or go home.’”
Cheri Pruitt, certified interior decorator and owner of
Stroud’s Home Furnishings in Morrilton, commented on the trend.
“If you decorate with a really rich color, then you defi- nitely do not want there to be just one pop of super-deep color in a room. Place the deep colors several places in the room. I never want to walk into a room and have your eyes drawn to one super-bright or deep-colored item.”
Gallery walls
Create a room that’s uniquely yours by making a gallery wall with items of your choice. Display an array of mirrors, framed family photos, sketches or even postcards — the key is to be creative, and be yourself!
“2015 is all about you,” Nayak said. “Hanging a variety of frames or objects in a well-thought-out cluster on the wall provides the perfect place to showcase pieces that are important and meaningful. When people walk into your home, they’ll know exactly what you love.”
When doing a cluster of pictures, frames or mirrors, Pruitt said, “lay them out on a table or the floor first, and work with them. Make it look good to you, and remember — if there are some pieces that are questionable, don’t space them too far apart where you could not cover any mistake holes if you choose to move a few pieces.”
Bold patterns in neutral colors
Although neutrals provide a calm palette, it’s possible to infuse bold statements into these rooms, as well, with the use of patterns. Revitalize your room with a geometric rug in an earth tone, and also add window treatments with a daring floral design in a complementary, yet understated, color. When mixing prints, pair structured, linear patterns with organic ones for a look that’s polished and not too “matchy.”
“This is a beautiful way to add drama and what appears to be ‘texture’ to a space,” Nayak said.
“One of the best ways to use a pattern to accentuate your style is by using it on accent pillows and on accent chairs,” said Brittani VanWinkle, a sales associate at Cajun Brothers Furniture and Mattress in Conway. “We also see customers use patterns on benches and ottomans in place of a coffee table to add extra seating when needed.”
’60s mod
The retro panache of midcentury modern decor will perk up rooms with its soft sculptural lines, woven uphol- stery, and bright accessories in geometric shapes. Search for vintage furniture pieces such as rounded chairs and button-cushion couches with short tapered legs to add a sense of authenticity.
“We are going retro mod — way back to the ’60s, when design was about curvy forms, vibrant colors and eccentric patterns,” Nayak said. “Be prepared to leave your design fears at the door, and go full throttle with the bright and loud elements found in the mod movement.”
Organic elements
This year, mount antlers above your mantel, or create centerpieces with shells, metallic leaves or branches for a rustic vibe. With these earthy components juxtaposed against woodsy furniture and ivory tones, you’ll create an impressive, outdoorsy aesthetic.
“Organic elements have been very popular for the last few years. Linen fabrics on sofas are still very popular with neutral-toned pillows. In dining, we are also seeing a trend to woven chairs and bar stools,” VanWinkle said. “We are even seeing lamps with burlap shades and some of our art work with burlap accents.”
“It’s easy to bring nature and organic structures into your home,” Nayak said. “Leave linear styles out of the equation. Instead, think of free-flowing shapes, colors found in nature and the peaceful serenity associated with the outdoors. The goal is to evoke the same emotional responses throughout your home.”
Copper
“Each year we see a particular metal rise to the top of every designer’s list, and this year, it’s all about copper,” Nayak said.
Copper is a captivating metallic that adds a modern edge to even the simplest scheme. Small pieces make a big statement, so subtly pepper in copper pieces to your decor, such as light fixtures, planters or table settings. Display copper cookware in your kitchen — it’s a great way to add a touch of glamour without being gaudy.
2015 is full of impressive design trends. Use Nayak’s expertise and advice from local professionals this year, and your home will serve as a canvas for self-expression, creativity and style.
“When decorating your home,” Pruitt said, remember just that — it is your home, and make it reflect things you like and things that are associated with fond memories or things you aspire to achieve.”
— Courtesy of Brandpoint, with contributions by Jennifer Ellis, special sections writer