{"id":7410,"date":"2018-03-19T22:54:34","date_gmt":"2018-03-20T04:54:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.virtuance.com\/?p=7410"},"modified":"2018-03-19T22:54:34","modified_gmt":"2018-03-20T04:54:34","slug":"9-hottest-interior-design-decor-trends-youll-see-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.virtuance.com\/member\/blog\/9-hottest-interior-design-decor-trends-youll-see-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"The 9 Hottest Interior Design and Decor Trends You’ll See in 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Holly Amaya | Source: Realtor.com<\/a><\/p>\n

When it comes to home design and decor, we’ll be the first to tell you to stick with what you love, no matter what the pros say. But if\u00a0you can’t escape that sinking feeling\u00a0each time you walk through your front door that your decor is looking a little\u00a0tired<\/em>, well, don’t despair. We’ve got you covered! We’ve already\u00a0talked about\u00a0the design trends you should ditch<\/a>\u00a0in\u00a0the coming year. Now let’s take a look at some of the hot new\u00a0designs you might want to\u00a0use for 2018 to give your home\u00a0a fresh lease on life.<\/p>\n

From splashy color palettes to bright yellow sofas and mixed metal everything, our stable of\u00a0designers and tastemakers have given us the ultimate insiders’ scoop on what’ll be hot in 2018. And trust us: It’ll be a gorgeous year. Here’s what to watch:<\/p>\n

1. Bold colors<\/h2>\n

Designers haven’t yet had their fill of spaces decked out in deep, bold shades; this decor trend is\u00a0appearing on our hot list for the second year in a row<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs much as I love an all-white interior, rich jewel tones are making their way onto our walls and moldings in a big way\u2014think \u2018English library,\u2019 but with peacock teal, black, or rich burnt orange colors,\u201d says Oregon-based interior designer\u00a0Arlene Lord<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The proof is in the paint:\u00a0Sherwin-Williams’ 2018 Color of the Year<\/a>(Oceanside SW 6496) is an intense shade of blue-green, while Pantone recently announced the rich and regal\u00a0Ultra Violet<\/a>\u00a0will reign supreme in the coming year.<\/p>\n

Lord\u00a0recommends pairing these jewel tones with bold, dustier shades to create a lush, layered look. (We like\u00a0PPG\u2019s Black Flame<\/a>, an indigo-hued black that\u2019s great for modern interiors;\u00a0Glidden\u2019s Deep Onyx<\/a>, a classic no-fuss shade; and\u00a0Olympic\u2019s Black Magic<\/a>.)<\/p>\n

“Dipping a room in a dramatic shade like midnight navy, eggplant, or charcoal is a fun way to embrace a deep, rich color, and the result is deliciously inviting,\u201d says\u00a0Elissa Morgante<\/strong>, co-principal of Morgante Wilson Architects in Illinois.<\/p>\n

Ready to really commit? Go all-in on this trend with dark or black trim.<\/p>\n

\u201cOutlining the room or windows in dark trim helps punctuate and call attention to unique features,\u201d\u00a0she says.<\/p>\n

2. Mixed metallics<\/h2>\n
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A few years back,\u00a0mixing metals<\/a>\u00a0was a total no-no. But experts now agree that today\u2019s homeowners want more than simple one or two copper or brass fixtures\u2014they like seeing the stuff throughout a room or house.<\/p>\n

\u201cBuyers really love to see modern, eclectic choices such as a hammered copper light fixture above the kitchen island paired with sleek chrome faucets and cabinet hardware,\u201d says\u00a0Ken Fixler<\/strong>\u00a0of Barnett Homes in Chicago.<\/p>\n

To warm up the industrial feel of some metals, pair them with a natural stone like marble or limestone, and look for unexpected finishes like matte black, satin brass, black nickel, and unlacquered brass. Amp up the visual interest another notch by layering your metals across a variety of locations, from faucets to hardware to lighting and furniture.<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0Gen Z yellow<\/h2>\n

As usual,\u00a0Beyonc\u00e9<\/strong>\u00a0was\u00a0way ahead of the curve<\/a>\u00a0on this one, smashing car windows and security cameras in an\u00a0unforgettable yellow Cavalli dress in her epic video for “Lemonade.” And as designers, fashionistas, and millennials will all tell you, the hue that’s being dubbed “Gen Z yellow” is the one to watch.<\/p>\n

Karen Wolf<\/strong>, of Karen B Wolf Interiors, calls it “positive, confident, vibrant, and enthusiastic.”<\/p>\n

“We have not seen this color emerge for quite some time,” Wolf adds. “It feels fresh, happy, and young.”<\/p>\n

Designer\u00a0Sarah Hullinger<\/strong>\u00a0agrees,\u00a0predicting the color will\u00a0continue to be huge well into 2018.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019ll certainly make an impression, whether a bright \u2018minion\u2019 color or a burnt shade resembling curry or turmeric,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

If you can’t quite warm up to the idea of, say, a bright yellow sectional, test the waters with an accent chair or painted side table.<\/p>\n

4. Quartz<\/h2>\n
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In the kitchen, sleek quartz is taking the place of the ubiquitous granite and hard-to-clean marble.<\/p>\n

\u201cQuartz products are appealing to the ease of living that we all crave, and the surfaces are much more modern, clean, and versatile,\u201d Lord says.<\/p>\n

5. Light, textured wood floors<\/h2>\n
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\u201cRed-toned woods are fading in popularity, along with tropical exotic species\u201d like Brazilian cherry or walnut, says Armstrong Flooring design manager\u00a0Sara Babinski<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Instead, flooring trends are\u00a0moving toward lighter color palettes in domestic American woods such as maple, pine, or hickory, she says.<\/p>\n

Why? Light-hued woods\u2014including natural tones and blond and whitewashed woods\u2014brighten interior spaces and hide imperfections more easily, making them a great choice for families and households with pets.\u00a0For extra credit, choose\u00a0a distressed or wire-brushed wood<\/a>, which offers vintage appeal with a less aggressive look than a scraped floor, and choose 5-inch-wide planks, which create a sense of openness and interior space.<\/p>\n

If you decide to stick with dark flooring, designers recommend that you pair\u00a0it with light walls and white trim for contrast.<\/p>\n

6.\u00a0Natural materials<\/h2>\n

\u201cIn interior design we’re seeing a strong push toward eco-consciousness\u2014looking toward items that are made of sustainable materials and have a natural feel to them,\u201d says\u00a0Ana Zuravliova<\/strong>, an interior designer at Roman Blinds Direct. \u201cPeople care about the production, the history, and the story of their furniture more than they ever have before.\u201d<\/p>\n

While the sustainability element is a plus, the visual airiness of the materials is indicative of a move toward more minimalist interiors, says designer\u00a0Erin Powell<\/strong>, virtual staging coordinator at 3-D rendering company roOmy.<\/p>\n

“The less-is-more approach will continue\u2014[think] lacy hammocks and daybeds and\u00a0wicker and rattan furniture<\/a>\u00a0with a more modern edge,” she says.<\/p>\n

7. Concrete in unexpected places<\/h2>\n

Tired of basic granite in your kitchen and bath? Ditch it in favor of cool concrete\u2014and then take your design up a notch by extending the material elsewhere in your house.<\/p>\n

\u201cFrom fireplaces to bath tubs, concrete is no longer the countertop alternative,\u201d says designer\u00a0Ana Cummings<\/strong>. \u201cI\u2019m seeing entire walls in concrete panels that look fantastic juxtaposed next to antiques or contemporary furnishings.\u201d<\/p>\n

8. Black fixtures<\/h2>\n

Black fixtures will take the place of brass as the new hot home hardware, predicts\u00a0Ryan Brown<\/strong>\u00a0of Brown Design Group in Southern California. The first reason is easy: Black pretty much goes with everything. The second? Black fixtures\u2014especially in matte finishes\u2014are much easier to clean (and don’t need to be cleaned as often) than lighter, polished metals.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey look great in modern applications as well as\u00a0transitional homes<\/a>,\u201d Brown says. \u201cAnd the best part is, no water spots to clean off.\u201d<\/p>\n

9. Larger tiles<\/h2>\n

For years, white subway tile has been the go-to choice in many a modern (or renovated) bathroom and kitchen. But designer\u00a0Karen Asprea<\/strong>\u00a0of Whitehall Interiors notes a recent shift toward larger-format tile (and even slab-size sheets of porcelain).<\/p>\n

“This shift is not only aesthetic but one of function, as larger tile has less grout and is both easier to install and maintain,” Asprea says.<\/p>\n

But if you’re not on board with big, don’t fret\u2014designers agree the subway tile trend has life left in it.<\/p>\n

\u201cClients want a really clean look for their homes and that doesn\u2019t appear to be a trend that\u2019s going away,\u201d says\u00a0Katie Jaydan<\/strong>, senior designer with White Crane Construction, a residential remodeling company in Minneapolis.<\/p>\n

To mix\u00a0things up a little and add visual\u00a0interest, consider\u00a0swapping out tired old cabinetry hardware with mixed metals (oh, hi, Tip No. 2) for a look that’s oh-so-2018. (In a good way.)<\/p>\n

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