March 18, 2024
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I once read the book “Steal Like an Artist” (which I highly recommend checking out if you haven’t already!), and every time I am stuck in a design funk, this section comes to mind: Diversify Your Circle. Although the author is talking about diversity in social circles (i.e. garnering inspiration from individuals not in your own line of work), this also applies to diversity in sources of design inspiration. Design inspiration is everywhere. Today, I want to look at a creative field that mirrors that of graphic design — namely, interior design in homes and commercial spaces.
Interior design trends for this year run the gamut. While some call for calming minimalistic design, others are going the complete opposite direction with over-the-top maximalism. Similarly, our clients have drastically varying design styles, and our goal is to match their needs with exactitude. I’m going to break this down into two categories: Earthly & Soft and Bold & Colorful.
Let’s get into it!
1. CURVES
Say goodbye to angular, geometric shapes!
There are a lot of curves playing out in interior design right now. Curved sofas with rounded corners. Waterfall corners on desks. Scalloped edges on rugs and coffee tables.
Translated Into Design
Soft Edges | Bold Rounded Patterns
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2. EARTHY TEXTURE & LANDSCAPE PALETTES
Lime wash, plaster, or clay textured walls. All finishes derived from nature. These colors emanate calm and peace.
Translated Into Design
Soothing Colors | Organic Feel
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3. GREEN SHADES
Pantone might have chosen “Very Peri” for their color of the year, but Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Willams, PPG and Behr all chose green as their 2022 color of the year. Warm muted tones of green: olive, sage, and eucalyptus.
Translated Into Design
Pretty straightforward! Try incorporating these shades of green into your design.
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4. BIOPHILIC DESIGN
The top trend in the 2022 Pinterest Report was biophilic design. Biophilic design can be described as when nature is built into your house.
Translated Into Design
Outdoors Is Now Indoors | Invigorating Reaction
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5. NEWSTALGIA
Think retro furnishings meet contemporary accents. A look that is driven by the need to have the pieces in your home have character and a story to tell.
Translated Into Design
Mix & Match Styles | Pull from the Nostalgic
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6. VAPORWAVE
Vaporwave is the mixing of 1980s and 1990s in electronic music but also used in describing this arcade-game type of interior design. In design, it is a combination of retro elements and bright colors.
Translated Into Design
Bold Blocks of Color | Geometric Grids
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7. MAXIMALIST
This style is a combination of ALL the styles. Maximalism combines pop, historical elements, and bright colors. Also, a mix and matching of accessories from different time periods.
Translated Into Design
Bright Colors | Mix & Matched Textures & Patterns
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8. OVERSIZED EVERYTHING
Everything from overstuffed furniture to enlarged everyday items, like a giant paperclip on the wall or an oversized wall calendar. This interior design style instantly makes a space feel like a trendy art gallery.
Translated Into Design
Large Bold Text | Solid Bold Color Combinations
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9. 3D
Three-dimensional wall art pieces can add a unique and unexpected design pop.
Translated Into Design
3D Typographic | 3D & 2D Mashups
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10. QUIRKY
Support local artists! Interior design is using more and more unique art pieces and furniture from small artists and up-and-coming companies.
Translated Into Design
Source Unique Fonts | Use Animation
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Creative Director at Xponent21
Nikki brings 12 years in graphic design, marketing, and branding. She is passionate about aligning her creativity with client goals and providing consistent, clean visuals that stand out. Her method starts with careful listening, to learn and understand the client vision prior to artistic ideation. She connects art direction to target demographics and marketing strategy. Nikki is a bona-fide “cat person” with a Maine Coon that she and her husband have completely spoiled. In her free time she enjoys working on home improvement DIYs, gardening, and kayaking.
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