Top Interior Design Trends of 2017

 

As with many things in life, style doesn’t always last. What was once ‘in’ ten years ago may now look tacky and outdated. Unfortunately, interior design isn’t excluded from these waves of trends. However, there are some trends that stand the test of time. We’re going to take a closer look at some of the current top interior design trends, as well as looking at some classic trends that will still be relevant in the years to come.

Current Trends of 2017

 

House Plants

Houseplants have been one of the most popular decorative tools in many people’s homes for a long time now, and they’re not going anywhere in 2017. As dark green colours are becoming a new favoured trend, houseplants are the perfect decoration to add to your new colours. Scandinavian design is also very popular, and again houseplants are a big part of this trend.

House plants

Dark Colours

Dark greys, strong reds, and monochrome themes have been a big part of interior design trends in the last few years. Although dark greens and navy are gaining in popularity, dark greys are still a suitable option as there’s a lot of room to experiment and find your perfect homes perfect look.

Think of the Fifth Wall

Ceilings are often overlooked, but that is fast changing as more and more people are turning their attention upwards and looking for new ways to decorate their fifth wall. Whether it’s bold colours, textured wallpaper, or wooden beams, there are plenty of ways you can add texture to your ceiling.

Mix and Match on Furniture

Many interior designers are turning away from bland furniture and are looking for more unique pieces to add to their homes. Mix and matching on furniture, instead of buying complete sets, is also a popular option but can be hard to pull off well.

 

Classic Trends Here to Stay

 

White Walls

One of the safest trends to stick with is the use of white walls in your home. Both simple and classic, white walls may not be the most popular trend out there, however, they will always remain relevant and a safe option to choose. They’re also easy to style and look fantastic alongside matte black accessories, which are very trendy in 2017.

Fireplaces

The variety in the design of fireplaces makes them a permanent trend. Whether grand Victorian style or subtle modern style, fireplaces look great in the majority of settings and are a safe investment in any home.

Wooden Floors

Wooden floors have been used for as far back as interior design has been relevant, and it’s not set to change. However, make sure you use good quality wood to ensure that you get many years use out of it.

Plain Tiles

Although patterned and mosaic tiles are trendy right now, they will become quickly outdated. Therefore, sticking to simple and plain coloured tiles is a safe option for ensuring your home’s trends stay relevant.

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