2015 is coming to a close, and that means interior designers are already stocking next year’s big colours, fabrics, and hardware. If you’re planning a living room refresh in the near future, you’ll want to get ahead of the trends to ensure your décor is up to date – after all, today’s trends are tomorrow’s old news. With the interior design industry changing every year, there are all sorts of great options that you can use to refresh your home and give your living room a cool, modern look. So what are the three big design trends you’ll want to implement? Here’s what you need to know.
Gold Hardware Has Come Back Into Style – Big Time
In recent months, gold hardware has been gaining popularity – and that trend is only going to gather steam as we head into the New Year. In particular, gold bathroom faucets and gold furniture hardware are the major patterns you’ll want to start using. Gold has been used quite a bit with the Tuscan brown style, which is why if you want to use gold hardware for an upcoming living room design, you’ll want to refresh your living room with white walls and patterned throw pillows so that the gold doesn’t look dated.
Throw Pillows: An All-Purpose Refresher
The great strength of the throw pillow is its versatility. A good throw pillow can completely refresh an old living room, even if you change nothing else about the décor. Look for cream-coloured pillows if you want to go with solid colours, or opt for textured or floral patterned pillows for an extra dash of personality. A contemporary throw pillow can completely change the look of an old, dark fabric couch, giving your living room a brand new look and feel.
Big Colours to Look For: Blue and Pink Are In
2016 is going to bring us a lot of freedom with respect to colour. The general rule for the coming year? Go for something bold. The big colour story of 2015 was blue, with navy, indigo, and denim being top choices. Turquoise has been quite popular for several years, so bolder blues are a nice change. If you’re not a fan of blue, you may want to opt for pink or pink-beige accent colours. A soft pastel pink can work quite well if it’s combined with the right colours. One other big trend: blurred boundaries. It’s not uncommon to now see multiple colours on the same wall, chair, or décor piece. The transitions between the colours are becoming less obvious, creating a gentle, relaxing ambiance. Blue and green work well when using a blurred transition.
2016 is going to bring a number of big changes to the interior design market – especially where living rooms are concerned. If you want to keep your home up to date, you’ll want to start preparing now. Whether you add some gold-framed mirrors, cream throw pillows, or blue and pink paint, you’re sure to create a modern vibe that your guests will love.