If you’re a home owner, interior decorating is a must. You don’t need to be an expert, just know the basics. It will transform your home. We have listed for you the top interior decorating trends of 2017 for New Zealand. Many are still relevant for 2018!
What Exactly is Interior Decorating?
We often hear the term ‘interior decorating’, which many confuse with interior design. Although closely associated with each other, they are different. The former is the furnishing or adorning of a space with beautiful or fashionable things. Interior design is the art and science of understanding our behaviour to create functional spaces within a building.
Going Retro – 70s Style
2017 saw a resurgence of 1970s designs for homes in New Zealand, which is still current. It’s a style that has stood the test of time and is making a comeback.
Many homeowners are mixing this retro look with the modern feel. We see items like brass, Lucite, clean finishes and textures. Also popular is wicker furniture, geometric shapes and lines, terracotta tiles and hardwood flooring. Flower prints and bright colours are not as popular, but are sometimes incorporated or mixed with the above.
The Plant Factor – Indoor Plants
There is a real movement to go back to nature and a place like New Zealand is no exception. Indoor plants are becoming popular as a way of bringing nature’s beauty into the home. They offer a lot of benefits too, like reduced stress levels and anxiety. Depending on the plant and the amount of sunlight needed, it can be placed on a window sill. It complements window furnishings beautifully.
Going Beyond White – Adding Colour
Although white still remains the most popular colour amongst New Zealand homeowners, there is experimentation with other colours. We see a diverse range from blacks and dark hues, to pink and blue tones. These colours are even being added to upholstery like cushions and rugs.
A Smooth Finish - Stone Finishes
This works well for both indoors and outdoors. They offer the right balance between the soft and hard, textual and smooth, and cold and warm tones.
Smooth stone finishes are all about going back to nature. Warmer hues like terracotta, shades of bronze and natural stones with yellow or brown tones were and still are popular. They embody the earth element.
2018 Interior Decorating trends
Apart from what has been listed, the experts are also predicting some of the following interior decorating trends for 2018:
· Lots of black including black walls, knobs and even tapware
· Natural fabrics in natural colours, like linen
· The retro look but will include other eras (50s & 60s)
· Colourful wallpaper
· Minimalist designs to conserve space
Book an Interior Design Service
We hope by now you feel inspired with your interior decorating. Consider booking an interior design service to further assist you. To book, simply contact us today.
