Trends....2013
I have been asked to do a piece on trends for the home...2013 version. You asked for it, so here it goes!
Each year the color consulting company Pantone promotes a "color of the year". Last year it was tangerine. This year.... drum roll please....Emerald Green! I must confess I have never been a huge green fan, even back in the 80"s when Hunter Green walls where all the rage. Emerald does have more "ump" and life, as it is a true jewel tone. This color is best used in small doses, as are most of the colors that Pantone promotes. I am seeing this used with all shade of gray to great effect, and of course with a touch of my beloved leopard! Miles Redd does a super job with color, as illustrated below.
Speaking of the 80's, I am seeing a return to chintzes (a printed cotton or linen) for drapery, furniture, and bedding. Famous old school fabric houses such as Brunschwig and Scalamandre are recoloring old patterns for a new generation. Granny chic? Not really. Just chic. Both of these fabric houses have new owners and new design directors that are doing a fabulous job! The ones shown below are from Brunschwig, and two of my personal favorites. I have Le Lac in my own home and have used it in many clients home over the years in it's original colorway.
The white kitchen (not the plastic 80's version) is back...and strong! I am seeing this everywhere from new high end construction to quality renovations. This trend certainly extends to the bath. I just put in a cream on white marble master bath myself and could not be happier with the results. It is my opinion that this trend will stand the test of time, and we will not be pulling these beautiful rooms apart in 10 years to catch the latest trend. For more white kitchens visit my Pinterest board....http://pinterest.com/DTandCO/kitchens-and-such/
Brass....good brass. Do not think of the crummy lacquered brass of the 80's and 90's. This is the real thing. It develops a patina. It has staying power. It has history on it's side and will be around forever. What do you think is under that fake oil rubbed bronze finish....brass. Good brass fittings in a home say quality, and just like good wallpaper it will never go out of favor with those in the know.
With the real estate market getting back on track, we are seeing alot of new buyers, move up/down buyers and sellers, and certainly we have investors coming out of the woodowork. With the Fed giving away money (low rates), if you have a job, credit, and any savings now is the time to jump in. The bottom has passed. Trend here? Homes prices are expected to rise 7% to 9% this calendar year. This is providing you have the three key elements of real estate...location, condition, and the correct price. If these elements are in place you are ready to jump in!
These are the most relevant trends I am seeing emerge as the new year begins. Feel free to add your thoughts and insights!
xx/DT
Each year the color consulting company Pantone promotes a "color of the year". Last year it was tangerine. This year.... drum roll please....Emerald Green! I must confess I have never been a huge green fan, even back in the 80"s when Hunter Green walls where all the rage. Emerald does have more "ump" and life, as it is a true jewel tone. This color is best used in small doses, as are most of the colors that Pantone promotes. I am seeing this used with all shade of gray to great effect, and of course with a touch of my beloved leopard! Miles Redd does a super job with color, as illustrated below.
Speaking of the 80's, I am seeing a return to chintzes (a printed cotton or linen) for drapery, furniture, and bedding. Famous old school fabric houses such as Brunschwig and Scalamandre are recoloring old patterns for a new generation. Granny chic? Not really. Just chic. Both of these fabric houses have new owners and new design directors that are doing a fabulous job! The ones shown below are from Brunschwig, and two of my personal favorites. I have Le Lac in my own home and have used it in many clients home over the years in it's original colorway.
The white kitchen (not the plastic 80's version) is back...and strong! I am seeing this everywhere from new high end construction to quality renovations. This trend certainly extends to the bath. I just put in a cream on white marble master bath myself and could not be happier with the results. It is my opinion that this trend will stand the test of time, and we will not be pulling these beautiful rooms apart in 10 years to catch the latest trend. For more white kitchens visit my Pinterest board....http://pinterest.com/DTandCO/kitchens-and-such/
Brass....good brass. Do not think of the crummy lacquered brass of the 80's and 90's. This is the real thing. It develops a patina. It has staying power. It has history on it's side and will be around forever. What do you think is under that fake oil rubbed bronze finish....brass. Good brass fittings in a home say quality, and just like good wallpaper it will never go out of favor with those in the know.
With the real estate market getting back on track, we are seeing alot of new buyers, move up/down buyers and sellers, and certainly we have investors coming out of the woodowork. With the Fed giving away money (low rates), if you have a job, credit, and any savings now is the time to jump in. The bottom has passed. Trend here? Homes prices are expected to rise 7% to 9% this calendar year. This is providing you have the three key elements of real estate...location, condition, and the correct price. If these elements are in place you are ready to jump in!
These are the most relevant trends I am seeing emerge as the new year begins. Feel free to add your thoughts and insights!
xx/DT
Good post Danny. I think Emerald Green emerged about a year ago and Pantone choosing it will extend its life. Chintz will take hold only if it is not your grandmothers chintz or if it is used in non traditional ways. I am all for the white kitchen, white walls is also a trend, white not off white. I am loving the idea of brass and also mixing metals. I think the most relevant trend that will be ongoing for a long time is eclecticism, it allows people to be open minded and personal about their decor.
ReplyDeleteAgreed....Pantone has always been a year behind in my opinio,n as are "trends" in general. By the time we have already done it the press picks it up as a trend. In or out of fashion, some things are just always tasty! xx.DT
DeleteHmm. I must have be ahead of the trend because I painted the dinning room Hunter Green years ago!
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Arthur...give it an update with a brighter shade of green! Hunter cab sometimes feel a bit "hunt country" whereas the newer shades have a bit more life. Think more jewel tone. xx.DT
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