Furniture and Home Accent Trends for 2011
Predictions for furniture and home furnishings trends
for 2011 seem to center around much the same elements as we saw in
2010, but with enough changes that they end up looking different.
It would be interesting to see later on in the year which trends develop and become the leading looks and which ones fade away.
It would be interesting to see later on in the year which trends develop and become the leading looks and which ones fade away.
1. Retro Remains Strong
Retro
remains strong, and it seems like we will keep on feeling nostalgic for
the looks from the later half of the last century. Fashion runways
featured plenty of looks from the days of not so very long ago.
Furniture is sure to follow suit.
There is a resurgence big bold patterns and colors like avocado green, so if you missed it the first time around, you will have plenty of opportunity to play with them.
There is a resurgence big bold patterns and colors like avocado green, so if you missed it the first time around, you will have plenty of opportunity to play with them.
2. Patterns Galore
Patterns make a comeback in a big way, showing an increase in surface interest.
Patterns can be found in woven textures, beadwork or fretwork. They are painted, embroidered, carved, beaded and show all kinds of interesting influences from all different corners of the world.
The influences can be anywhere from folk art, Mexican patterns or tribal Africa. They can be based on shapes found in nature, or be influenced by chinoiserie. Honeycombs and apples are some shapes you will see.
Patterns can be found in woven textures, beadwork or fretwork. They are painted, embroidered, carved, beaded and show all kinds of interesting influences from all different corners of the world.
The influences can be anywhere from folk art, Mexican patterns or tribal Africa. They can be based on shapes found in nature, or be influenced by chinoiserie. Honeycombs and apples are some shapes you will see.
3. Science Fiction Meets Victorian
Steampunk
has finally made it to furniture. This style is inspired by Victorian
style brassy metals that have a rusty, hand-beaten look. Industrial
metals and elements such as gears, pulleys, and decorative brackets, and
hinges are used alongside with crystals and velvet.
Think about the science fiction of Jules Verne and H.G. Wells combined with refined Victorian tastes.
Think about the science fiction of Jules Verne and H.G. Wells combined with refined Victorian tastes.
4. Color
While
it seems likely that turquoise will still stick around, it seems the
1970s will also play a major role in determining color choices. Greens
ranging from different of avocado to olive seem to be big, but then, so
is teal. Remember teal? Purples that have been grayed, or are paired
with grays seem to be popular.
Melon also sounds like a color you will see frequently. According to Pantone the color for 2011 is Honeysuckle. Pantone's prediction for 2010 with turquoise did come true.
Melon also sounds like a color you will see frequently. According to Pantone the color for 2011 is Honeysuckle. Pantone's prediction for 2010 with turquoise did come true.
5. French Influences
The
Old World romance of vintage French pieces from the 1930s and 1940s
seems to be gaining in appeal. Not that it ever went out of style. But
french motifs such as fleur de lys and quatrefoils seem to be popping
up.
6. The Look of Art
While
paintings and wall art have always been a part of decorating a home,
you are seeing more and more art directly on furniture. The work of
Paule Marrot has found a whole generation of new admirers. You may have
seen how Rowe used it on upholstery for great effect. But that is not
all, as you see works that evoke Dutch and Italian artists. Modern Art
makes its appearance, too. You can say this is part of the interest in
surface decoration that you find with the increasing presence of
patterns.
7. Glass
Glass
can be found in all its different manifestations from antique and
vintage looks to modern or retro. Jewel tones, soft earth tones, or
mercury glass, you name it and it is there. It can be highly polished,
or look simple and hand-crafted. Glass can be found in lamp bases,
accessories, or wall art.
8. Metallic Finishes and Accents
Metallic finishes have been popular for a few years. Gold and copper along with silver are not just used on casegoods, but also in textiles as well as rugs.Metal lends an air of luxury, and both shiny and subdued metal looks have been predicted for this year. Pictured here is ACG Green’s Milano bedding with metallic accents.
By Abe Abbas, About.com Guide
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