If your New Year’s Resolution is to finally start that decorating project you’ve been procrastinating about, here’s a look at some tips and the top trends we’ve seen. There were new and classic uses of color and furnishings along with two styles to become acquainted with, and ideas for doing good with design.
Sherwin Williams introduced four new color palettes for 2023, using existing SW colors. The story behind each new palette emphasizes how interior decorating affects mental health along with the important role colors play by moving us, setting a mood, and creating conversation. I’ll cover 2 of the color stories: Lore and Origin. These colors palettes are vibrant, and can be used to help you choose upholstery, art, and accent pieces, in addition to paint!
The palette “Lore” was inspired by “the call to create that is woven into the fiber of our being, present in the very air we breathe, binding us together in a community of makers that spans centuries and crosses cultures.” Lore’s colors are Wallflower, Studio Mauve, Carnelian, Toile Red, Serape, Dhurrie Beige, Pediment, Mineral Gray, Blue Peacock, and Nugget.
The Origin palette is about “mapping our inner world.” The SW color team suggests that “to chart a path through the wild and wonderful landscape of our lives, we begin within.” Origin’s colors are Fabulous Grape, Peppery, Goldfish, Chartreuse, Kale Green, Pure White, Skyline Steel, Homestead Brown, Black Magic, and Indigo.
A recap of some of our favorite 2023 blog topics: spoke of the art of designing with black for sophistication and elegance. Black can make for a dramatic accent in a room. Walking into a room with black used ‘just-right’ can create the same feeling as making an entrance in just the right elegant attire. Don’t forget the lamps and accessories in your design – they’re the jewelry!
We also introduced you to two popular up-and-coming design styles: Hellenistic and Hygge. If you are looking for a classical look for a room, drawing from the Hellenistic period might tickle your fancy. It incorporates ancient Greek elements into current décor to create a design that pays respect to this period of history. It incorporates classic elements and infuses them into an aesthetic that won’t leave your home looking dated. Go back in time while combining modern components that make the design seem warm and mythical. Statues and patterns create a bridge with heritage and give us an imaginative space that feels elegant. This trend combines the best of nostalgic design with Greek opulence.
If Hellenistic is about the visual, the Hygge design style is about the soul, the inner you. “Hygge” (pronounced hyoo-guh), is a Danish term that encapsulates a design philosophy rooted in fostering contentment and overall well-being through thoughtful space planning and decoration. Foundational elements are furnishings that make you feel at ease. Mood is set by layering your light to achieve the proper illumination, candles, and utilizing natural scents, greenery, plants, and other elements of nature to add a sense of tranquility and connection to the outdoors.
Contact Bohnne or Ciera at Decorating Den Interiors to help complete that New Year’s Decorating Resolution and let’s get started making something beautiful.
