6 Interior Design Secrets for Your 2016 Home
Tuesday, February 16th, 2016
As the years pass, home design evolves and trends come and go with very little predictability. What was hot in 2015 may be tacky today, like the one featured in this article. For this reason, it’s important to consult a professional interior designer when building a new home or renovating an older one to make sure you’re putting money toward a look that will last.
As the Director of Design and Estimating at McCamy Construction, I’ve designed exterior and interior finishes for both new construction and residential renovations, in addition to a number of commercial build-outs. Keeping up with the latest in home design is not only my job, but a passion of mine. Before we said goodbye to 2015, I thoroughly researched up and coming trends and collaborated with like-minded designers to prepare for a new year of grand design. Keep scrolling for a list of six you should consider for your 2016 home.
1. Indoor-Outdoor Fabric
Many fabrics meant solely for the outdoors have now transitioned to indoor-outdoor fabrics. Unlike conventional fabric, indoor-outdoor fabric is made of synthetic fibers, which makes the material is quite durable and perfect for dining rooms, living rooms, and other high-traffic areas. Indoor-outdoor fabric is incredibly versatile and comes in a wide array of colors, patterns, and textures and can be used for cushion covers, pillows, drapery panels, and furniture upholstery to name a few. Discover more benefits of indoor-outdoor fabric here.
2. Statement Mirrors
Hanging a statement mirror is a simple way to add depth, a focal point, or a unique twist to any room. This trend is becoming quite popular, especially in bathrooms where one usually finds a medicine cabinet. Take a look at this collection of intriguing statement mirrors and find one that will give your home a finishing touch.
3. Tech-Free Living Rooms
From the moment we wake up to the time we drift off to sleep, we are surrounded by technology. For this reason, many homeowners are requesting a “technology-free” living room where the only screen present is the one for their fireplace. Here, one can chat with friends, read a book, or sip a cup of tea in peace without digital distraction.
4. Sunrooms
A sunroom or patio conversion is a widely coveted addition that can turn a mediocre living space into the home of your dreams. With heated floors, comfy furniture, walls of windows, and casual decor, you can customize your outdoor living space to your heart’s content. Click here to view a gallery of some of our best outdoor living space additions.
5. Dramatic Wall Coverings
Sometimes a can of paint can only get you so far and when that happens, it’s time to get creative! Using custom graphics, bold prints, and textured materials like quilted lacquered wallpaper, you can transform an entire room in the span of 24 hours. Whether your preference is to blend or to shock, a dramatic wall covering can set the tone of a room and make it what you want.
6. Farmhouse Entryways
The entryway or mudroom, whatever you prefer, is experiencing a revolution. Gone are the days of decorating for decor’s sake. Rather, homeowners are focusing on function, stripping the area down to the nitty gritty, emphasizing a style where storage and durability are of greatest importance. With nooks for jackets and crannies for shoes, and perhaps a bench, the modern entryway is all about what’s practical.
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