Design trends are constantly going in and out of style, and what better time to change up your home design and decor to better match our current taste than with the change of a season? Whether you want more pastels and florals, less monochromatic color schemes, or just a springtime shake-up, now is the time to reassess your home’s look inside and out. We are always here to help our clients and followers get the most out of their homes, decor included.
Warmer Tones
Recently, we have seen the oversaturation of grays and whites but this springplan to warm it up with chocolate browns and lighter camel colors, the hues of nature, and bold colors, according to Southern Living. There is a big emphasis on both light and dark browns and the embracing of natural and stained wood as opposed to painted surfaces. Warm up your living spaces this spring by using these trends with pieces of furniture, both new and old!
Bring Nature and Organic Elements Inside
Organic is growing! People are gravitating towards plants, plant patterns, bold and earthy colors, and organic shapes - think rounded designs, floral patterns, curved accents, and softer lines compared to sharp, geometric edges. This can be achieved by using new accent pieces such as throw blankets & pillows, updated artwork and prints, kitchen towels, or other similar items.
Less is More With An Attention to Details
Thought to be a trend influenced by COVID-19, people have now, more than ever, leaned into function over fashion. Utilitarian spaces and functional items seem to be preferred, and making spaces feel both useful and homely are more desired than spaces dedicated to decor.
In slight contrast to function over fashion, people are paying more attention to details in their homes - those little things that make the home feel like them. Consumers are taking a more intentional approach and supporting a shift to sustainability and ethically made items. This has also helped to encourage the "less is more" but not quite “minimalist” trend and can be achieved by being deliberate with your purchases and buying what you truly like rather than what is simply in-style.
Older is Better
Thrifting and upcycling have taken precedence over the fast-paced "add to cart" mindset. The shift to sustainability has also produced a trend in using older furniture to add contrast to modern looks. We see this with vintage coffee tables accompanied by modern couches and vice versa. Real Homes encourages shopping antiques, second hand, and paying attention to and upcycling items you may already have. Consider beginning a project with that odd end table in storage which might make a neat bookshelf, bar cart, or plant holder.
As the seasons change, so do our home decor styles. Take this warm weather as an opportunity to shake up your typical home design elements. Use these ideas next time you’re browsing for new spring-focused decor.