An overarching trend that should always be in and is one that we are all becoming increasingly aware of when it comes to choosing products to fill our homes is the importance of taking an environmentally conscious approach to interior design and to recognise that beauty is not the only consideration.
In today’s world, design choices must align with our personal values and reflect a commitment to sustainability. Gone are the days of fast furniture and the concept of ‘buy once buy well’ is more relevant than ever as we seek to design spaces that will stand the test of time.
However, just as the seasons change, so do the trends we see in products and interiors. Retailers need to be able to adapt and change and to adjust to the changing markets, while still remaining true to their brand.
Tara Solberg, co-owner of Few and Far and Indigo Love, shares her top five trends to consider this winter.
1 Earth tones―this winter, we’ll be seeing more nature-inspired hues with the use of creamier, warmer whites and earth tones of taupe and all shades of brown. To complement this, there will be hints of mauve, peach and coral. For the colour lovers out there, this does not mean things need to get dull. Consider using browns or creams as a base and highlighting with pops of pink, peach or mauve.
2 Paper and fabric lighting―softer, more organic shapes and materials offer a more ambient glow and diffused light with handmade finishes and beautiful imperfections, adding true personality and warmth to a space.
3 Organic brutalism―this time with less focus on a cold industrial look and more on the incorporation of natural elements like wood, stone, greenery and plants, and sustainable materials resulting in a warm and more welcoming aesthetic. We will see raw, bold chunky, geometric shapes but in warm and inviting materials.
4 Natural stone―the sculptural, imperfect and tactile aesthetics of natural stone forces us to pause, reset and replenish. Neutral tones represent sustainability and balance and their use within interiors creates a soft and calm ambience.
5 Statement glass―another natural material handcrafted with sophistication into shapes inspired by sculptural lines and organic forms.
You can read the whole article in our latest winter magazine plus heaps more.
