Joanna James
Planning on buying an apartment or giving your existing one a makeover? There are many things you can do to add a sense of style and "personality" to your living space that will make it truly stand out. Here are some of the hottest interior design trends that you can look to incorporate.
Even when living in luxury apartments full of sophistication and style, adding elements of classic traditionalism makes an ideal choice. This combination of contemporary design and timeless elegance will often elevate a space and bring a sense of harmony. To add that touch of classic traditionalism is not hard to do either though the décor should match the overall look of the apartment. Examples include the addition of antiques and classic art, while the colour scheme that works best tends to be mid-range tones, though you can opt for very light or dark colours too.
This interior design trend is one that is in sharp contrast to typical Victorian-style which generally featured heavy, machine-created ornamentation that came with the industrial revolution. Craftmanship is given high prominence in this style with décor and furnishings tending to be handmade. Apartments that feature timber finishes are well-suited for the arts & crafts style with additions of handmade items be it from wood, copper, brass or bronze; additionally, the colour and shade themes lean towards more earthy and green hues.
This interior design trend adds a more global feel to one's abode with wildlife and nature being amongst its key influences. Striking pictures or artwork of wildlife, plants that add touches of greenery, items that have been woven and furniture and décor made from rattan or wood are amongst the key elements. Much like the arts & crafts style, earthy colours work well with this trend creating an urban sanctuary. For example, in Colombo, apartments offered by the likes of the up and coming Cinnamon Life feature luxury living spaces with stone and timber finishes ideal for incorporating this interior design style.
The desire for tropical escapes to distance shores or island hideaways are the inspiration for this design trend which is bound to be popular in 2021; after all, many long for a getaway after being stuck indoors due to lockdowns and travel restrictions! To create such a style in your apartment you can add greenery by way of tropical florals and plants. Bright tropical colours or prints are ideal and can liven up a room, while it can be balanced with subtle monotones that help create a sense of calm.
Adding a nostalgic feel to a living space, cottagecore is another interior design trend that will dominate as people yearn for simpler times and comfort in a world hit by a pandemic. This trend focuses on providing a more rustic feel in harmony with nature which can work well even with luxury living spaces. A soft pastel palette is often best for such interiors along with vintage motifs and prints, furniture full of "character" as well as fabrics with a checked design. Ideal additions to this would be gilded cutlery and vintage barware.
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