House Beautiful reveals the best of the latest decorating trends – and how they can inspire your home updates.
It’s the time of the year to reset goals and now is the perfect moment to plan a new decorating scheme. It’s also the time when new products are launched, and when designers keep their eyes on the trends to reinvigorate their creativity and spark fresh ideas.
It is always nice to get a little inspiration, so here are some of the ideas we have read about.
Unexpected red
Introducing a pop of bright red makes any colour scheme look better, and it can’t be denied that its vibrancy and drama adds a little edge to an otherwise underwhelming room. Be sure to use the colour with intention, though, as it does demand attention. A striking red rug, velvet armchair, for example, will instantly have a presence.
If you’re shy of going bold, consider a luxurious throw or a cosy cushion to add an update without overwhelming the space. Red pairs brilliantly with neutral shades from white to grey to taupe, but is especially great with an icy cool blue.
Fabulous florals
People are loving a bold print, and full-on florals are blooming everywhere right now. Whether on wallpaper, upholstery, curtains or rugs, classic florals instantly lift a space, making it feel fresh and dynamic but always elegant.
After decades of simple simplistic design, there’s a return to this classic style where more is more and pattern is to be embraced. For a statement, opt for an oversized floral wallpaper, which can instantly turn a room from average to amazing. This is a trend that begs you not to stop at just one pattern, so keep adding – floral upholstered armchairs or headboards, a faded floral rug and vases full of bountiful blooms are all part of building the country house look.
Citrus shades
Zesty yellows, fresh lime greens and tangy tangerines are making a vibrant splash, evoking sun-soaked groves in a Mediterranean paradise. These shades are guaranteed to lift the mood and energise a space. Citrus yellow is hard to handle as a wall colour, so keep it as the accent shade. The warm, rich undertones of tangerine, on the other hand, lend themselves to a cheerful and inviting atmosphere.
These hues are particularly effective in kitchen and dining areas where they are believed by some to help with appetite, digestion and conversation. Embrace these citrus shades in your home.
Palm Royale
Palm Royale is a trend that blends luxe mid-century modern with opulent 1960s glamour. The look draws heavily on Palm Beach style, in which the houses are layered in maximalist luxury and eccentric, often eclectic, finds. It’s pure escapism into a technicolour world – candy coloured, yet sleek, playful yet sophisticated; an aesthetic where swimming-pool turquoise meets ice cream-striped umbrellas.
To get this look, base your scheme in classic mid-century clean lines and add opulent materials from there, investing in plush velvet upholstery and wallpapers.
