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On-Trend Fall Refresh in 5 Simple Steps
Labor Day has come and gone, mornings are growing chilly, and thoughts are naturally turning back to our indoor spaces. Before you hibernate this fall, there are a few quick and simple tricks that will make your home instantly cozy and inviting. This is especially important if you’re planning to sell your home this fall. Try these 5 ideas that embrace the latest trends…
1. Add a Few Warm Accents
Incorporating some earth-tone pillows and a chunky knit throw into your existing color scheme can instantly make it feel more fall-like. Warm neutrals are still on trend, while tonal palettes are gaining in popularity. You can capture the tonal look by choosing a limited range of 1-3 colors (often tints or shades of the same color tone) and repeating them across a wide variety of textures and materials to create interest. Going warmer and/or darker with tones will add that fall feeling. For those who like a little contrast, consider pops of black or deep navy paired with warm neutrals.
Tip: Buying new covers for your existing pillows and then swapping them out each season cuts down on expense and storage needs (and makes cleaning that much easier).
2. Layer On Some Texture
Adding in a variety of textures can instantly add stylish warmth and a sense of coziness, especially in fall. Woven elements have been hot for a few years and are still trending—try a seagrass tray, woven basket, or jute rug to capture the look. In line with the Quiet Luxury trend, textured fabrics in quality cashmere, wool, boucle, or linen lend a feel of inviting elegance. Drape a woven wool throw blanket at the foot of your bed. Textured vases and natural wood, stone, earthenware, or leather accents are another easy way to transform your space.
Tip: Want to bring seasonal warmth and texture to a grey kitchen? Try woven bar stools, a wooden fruit bowl, decorative cutting board, or even just a simple jar of wooden spoons.
3. Bring a Touch of Nostalgia
The trend of incorporating vintage statement pieces into otherwise modern spaces continues…and provides great opportunities for fall. Consider an accent table or picture frame in warm, reclaimed wood; a vintage autumn print; or an antique-style rug. Heirloom quilts are also trending for fall, whether on your bed or draped over an easy chair. Vintage-style lamps and light fixtures are another fun trend to try, especially as the days grow darker.
Tip: Traditional Turkish, Asian, and Persian style rugs/runners are an easy way to add vintage charm to any room…and they’re available in many sizes, colors, and price points. Earth tones are ideal for fall, while warm neutrals go with almost any furniture or season.
4. Consider Curve Appeal
Curvy furniture, accents, and architectural details are all still popular as we head into fall. You might add a rounded stool, arched mirror, or curvy lighting fixture for a modern feel. If it’s time to replace your coffee table or dining chairs, consider going with a round option.
Tip: If you’re on the fence about curves, try small and affordable pieces like round pillows, baskets, picture frames, and wall art.
5. Finish With Seasonal Botanicals
Natural, organic elements are a surefire way to get that on-trend fall look. Keep it easy—an oversized bunch of pampas grass in a vase, some branches and flowers you found in a nearby field, or dried flowers and stems. Artificial arrangements are a good way to go if you can splurge on something with realistic quality (we won’t tell a soul). Pumpkins and gourds are another fun addition and can be found in a variety of interesting colors and textures.
Tip: White pumpkins are available at the grocery store and go with almost any decor. Put them in a wooden bowl for an easy centerpiece, line them up on the mantel, or arrange them next to a vase of foraged branches. Boom…fall.
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2021 Home Trends
Ready for a fresh start in 2021? With home still the place to be, refreshing your indoor and outdoor living spaces can make a big difference in your everyday life. The stresses and challenges of 2020 have influenced the trends of 2021 with a turn toward comfort, nostalgia and independent spaces to work and play…
Sick of working at your dining room table? Desperate for a peaceful spot to exercise? You’re not alone! That’s why home offices and other clearly delineated, private spaces have become more important than ever. Even if you’re short on space, creative solutions such as turning your closet into a “cloffice” or installing folding room dividers can help you carve out space to study, Zoom or keep fit in peace.
While the houseplant trend predates the pandemic, quarantine has intensified its popularity as people yearn to bring the outdoors in. You can try out your green thumb—and improve your air quality—by using real plants as decor (try Bloomscape’s predicted winner, Ficus altissima). Just make sure you pick the right specimens for your level of natural light. Some folks are even installing special lighting for their own indoor herb or veggie gardens.
Looking for something low-maintenance? Convincing faux versions are widely available, offer more flexibility and still add a fresh look.
Dovetailing off the houseplant trend, natural materials are one of the years biggest trends—from wood-grain kitchen cabinets and countertops to rattan furniture and lighting fixtures. Natural wood-grain shelving and paneling are also increasing in prominence.
In the wake of 2020’s frightening new unknowns, people are seeking comfort with familiar throw-backs from simpler times. The funky mauve, emerald green and burnt orange of decades past are making a comeback along with paneled walls, ’80s curvy furniture and ’90s traditionalism. Retro art and accent pieces continue to be popular.
As winter contributes to our year-long cabin fever, more households are dreaming of bigger and better outdoor spaces. Park-like playgrounds, zip lines and DIY climbing walls are making an appearance in backyards. Safer al fresco entertaining spaces are also in demand with outdoor kitchens, dining areas and fire pits all on the rise.
Need an easy refresh? Try adding throw pillows, blankets or artwork in hues from Pantone’s Spring/Summer 2021 color palette.
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2020 Home Trends
With 2020 now in full swing, we’re seeing some clear shifts in how homes are being designed and decorated. Most notable for our area is the Modern Farmhouse trend with its juxtapositions of old & new, light & dark, and clean & rustic. Softer grey and lagom neutrals are here to stay, but are now being contrasted with deep hues and warm metals. Organic materials such as natural wood and potted plants are also gaining prominence. Here are some key trends to consider as you refresh or renovate…
Deep blue is the “it” color in home decor, with Pantone’s “Classic Blue” and Sherwin-Williams’ “Naval” each taking color of the year honors. Navy accent walls are gaining popularity in smaller spaces such as foyers, dining rooms and powder rooms. Black is also back as an accent set against white in kitchens, living rooms and bathrooms. High-contrast graphics are making an appearance on wallpaper and bathroom tile.
Whether it’s antique artwork, floral wallpaper or vintage tile, old world charm is making a comeback…with a twist. This time around we’re seeing vintage framed art, patterns, woods and statement pieces being incorporated into modern spaces with clean lines. The Modern Farmhouse epitomizes this trend with its fresh new take on the old.
The all-white kitchen is making room for grey and painted cabinets to take the stage. For the daring, “color pop” cabinets in deep blue, black or even red have been cropping up in the modern kitchen. Kitchens that do have white cabinets are being spiced up with decorative tile floors and backsplashes, along with darker wood shelving and contrasting light fixtures.
Soft shearling, rustic leathers and fluffy textured mohairs are gradually replacing the luxe velvet we saw in years past. High performance outdoor-style fabrics have also gotten an upgrade and are appearing indoors on upholstered dining room chairs and couches. Cushy wing-backed dining benches and chairs are another notable trend, part of an emphasis on making dining rooms less formal and more comfortable. Another fun trend? Curved sofas for the dining room and kitchen.
Matte brass continues its popularity in fixtures and frames, often mixed with silver metals. We’re seeing an infusion of aged wood accents, patina, rustic leathers and earthenware softening the clean lines of today’s minimalism. Potted plants are also popping up on shelves and in windows with olive trees usurping fig trees as a favorite statement piece.
Need an instant home update? Try adding throw pillows, blankets or artwork in hues from Pantone’s Spring/Summer 2020 color palette.
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