Trends that Aren’t Really New at All

1.  Mid-century modern - middle of the 20th century (roughly 1933 to 1965)



This is a style that was very much about functionality, accessibility and modern simplicity but in a sculptural yet organic form. Defined by curved yet clean lines, rounded shapes, bright colours and open spaces. Walls are often painted neutral to emphasize colours and shapes, and textured/patterns. Mid-century is all about going natural and unstained wood furniture in mostly teak but also oak, rosewood, or walnut, is a huge part of the design.

Spaces are meant to look light and airy, where furniture is often sleek and tapered legs give the impression that the furniture is floating.

Textures and patterns are often graphic and geometric and used to accentuate with sudden bursts of colour. We use earth tones and combine them with primary colours to make bold statements whilst balancing all of this with a neutral backdrop. Accessorize with spiky mirrors and round metallic accessories. Another great combination is the use of a dark and white walls to modernize that vintage and traditional look.

2.   Modern Farmhouse Design



“Farmhouse decorating is warm, cozy, relaxing, and full of charm and character. It eschews modern sensibilities and goes back to a simpler time. That said, farmhouse style is surprisingly savvy. To keep a farmhouse from looking too "country kitsch" there needs to be a balance of old and new. It should be clean, stylish and warmhearted. And most importantly it needs to be in tune with nature — but not full of dried flowers and rooster paraphernalia. 

Here are some tips and ideas for decorating in farmhouse style.”2

• Practicality is still an important factor
• Nothing should be too delicate or precious
• A home decorated in this style should consist of hand-me-downs and flea market finds combined with newer
• Matchy-matchy is a no-no
• Your furniture should not look like it could have all been bought at the same store
• Styles and materials can be all mixed up — that's part of the charm
• Use wicker, rattan, slipcovers, jars, weathered finishes, vintage furniture

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