Current Trends in Furniture Design
By Jennifer Akre
Of course, chasing every trend in the world isn't a smart idea, but the general direction furniture has been going recently offers some great tips for homeowners hungry to escape the "same ol' same ol".
Eco-friendly furnishings are here to stay. That means wood furniture that uses raw materials from sustainable forests. A fast growing grass, bamboo doesn't deplete forests and it can be used in everything from furniture and flooring to bath towels. It is by far one of the biggest trends in furniture today and if you're into saving the environment while having a lovely home you can't really go wrong if you choose wood furniture that comes from managed forests or plantations.
In contrast to past designs, which were often a bit gaudy, Asian influenced designs are much subtler this year.
Not so with color. Current trends in furniture design let you be as bold as you like in color, using neutral colored pillows and accents to tone down the room a bit instead of having endless seas of beige and tan furnishings. Furniture is all about comfort, too. Look for large, overstuffed pieces and ergonomic designs that welcome you to relax and recharge.
Modular furniture is still popular, since it allows those on a budget to mix and match furnishings. This style is especially popular in urban communities, which tend to also gravitate toward modern and contemporary furniture, which by the way never seems to go out of style.
Old furnishings are looking new again, adding features and new tricks of the trade to give them an updated look that is perfect for today's homes. Those into country music are decorating their homes in earthy colors and gravitating toward rustic and rustic country style furniture to match it, creating a country inspired home. Those into hard rock are integrating metallics into their homes, creating an edgier look that matches their taste in music.
Not only are furnishings getting a splash of color, but the walls are, too. After years of dulled hues and beige, walls are coming alive with colors. Some are even adopting an extremely bright palette to rid their home of the bland colors associated with bland economic times. Furniture is on the shopping list, once again. While people are still being careful with their money, they are shopping for new pieces that can become a signature piece down the road. As people shed the blues of a worldwide meltdown, look forward to more homes taking on the unique personality of its owners and shying away from more generalized interior design influences. Homes are no longer showplaces, but showcases for the resident's interests, personality and pursuits.
By Jennifer Akre
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Eco-friendly furnishings are here to stay. That means wood furniture that uses raw materials from sustainable forests. A fast growing grass, bamboo doesn't deplete forests and it can be used in everything from furniture and flooring to bath towels. It is by far one of the biggest trends in furniture today and if you're into saving the environment while having a lovely home you can't really go wrong if you choose wood furniture that comes from managed forests or plantations.
In contrast to past designs, which were often a bit gaudy, Asian influenced designs are much subtler this year.
Not so with color. Current trends in furniture design let you be as bold as you like in color, using neutral colored pillows and accents to tone down the room a bit instead of having endless seas of beige and tan furnishings. Furniture is all about comfort, too. Look for large, overstuffed pieces and ergonomic designs that welcome you to relax and recharge.
Modular furniture is still popular, since it allows those on a budget to mix and match furnishings. This style is especially popular in urban communities, which tend to also gravitate toward modern and contemporary furniture, which by the way never seems to go out of style.
Old furnishings are looking new again, adding features and new tricks of the trade to give them an updated look that is perfect for today's homes. Those into country music are decorating their homes in earthy colors and gravitating toward rustic and rustic country style furniture to match it, creating a country inspired home. Those into hard rock are integrating metallics into their homes, creating an edgier look that matches their taste in music.
Not only are furnishings getting a splash of color, but the walls are, too. After years of dulled hues and beige, walls are coming alive with colors. Some are even adopting an extremely bright palette to rid their home of the bland colors associated with bland economic times. Furniture is on the shopping list, once again. While people are still being careful with their money, they are shopping for new pieces that can become a signature piece down the road. As people shed the blues of a worldwide meltdown, look forward to more homes taking on the unique personality of its owners and shying away from more generalized interior design influences. Homes are no longer showplaces, but showcases for the resident's interests, personality and pursuits.
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