2012 is expected to be a year of change. And for modern furniture and interior design, change can be a good thing especially when it means you get to play with new colors and styles designed especially for 2012. We decided to go surfing the blogs to see what key trends were popping up for 2012.
We would be remiss if we didn't start off with the Pantone color of the year which sets the trends for many styles, both in interior design and in modern furniture as well as fashion and beauty.
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According to one of our favorite sites, Apartment Therapy, this year's color is "tangerine tango" which is a vivacious color full of hope for 2012. According to Apartment Therapy, which sourced Pantone, the "deep red-orange color is intended to give us all a big energy boost; a refresh and a recharge" this year. Other recent colors were honeysuckle, turquoise, mimosa and blue Iris.
According to one blogger, "when it comes to creativity and high spirits, let your home speak for itself with daring colors. Use orange if you are slightly conservative, blue if you are a calm person, red if you are highly active, energetic and impulsive and pink if you are affectionate, playful and spontaneous. Whatever color you choose to apply, be sure it fully represents your personality, delivering the desired atmosphere." (Source: A Designer Spot).
But expect to see this vibrant shade of orange popping up in designs all over the place. From full wall paintings to splashes in a pillow to outdoor décor, it's time to tango with tangerine.
Merging with that natural earthy color is a desire for natural looking furniture. Both Zen inspired and organically designed, a modern furniture trend for 2012.
This blog post highlights some of these trends - both organic and tangerine as well as grays and linens and even a bit of industrial. Mixing in with these styles is a modern minimalist flair that has an emphasis on simple clean design based around core pieces such as a modern sofa.
Beasley & Henley, Florida-based interior designers agreed, christening their own design style called "Paris Flea Market meets Driftwood Salvage," that captures "a natural and rustic feel that blend different eras for a modern feel. From antiques making a comeback to reclaimed wood furniture and finishes that range from wire-brushed to bleached oak and grey washes. Industrial-feel elements like chrome fittings and repurposed occasional tables or side carts paired with modern pieces will create character for 2012."
According to one Los Angeles area interior designer, most of this year's trends are "cost-conscious and budget-friendly with a focus on the basics as well as a few emerging products that can create the "wow" factor."
What about patterns this year? Are we going for solids or is there a bit of an emerging trend in patterns and screen images as well as accent pieces such as shadow boxes. As noted by Jennifer Brouwer in her blog, there is a variety of design trends happening, many of which are girlie and glam and Baroque inspired, but many can also appeal to the broad masses.
If you check the trend inspirations by BelleAboutTown.com, patterns and colors, even gold, are inspiring this year's modern furniture designs, whether it is indoor or outdoor furniture.
Industrial is definitely a trend merging with the feel for gray and tangerine. One blogger (CentsationalGirl.com) didn't particularly like the style but stated it's grown on her and that is adds "a masculine touch and are a great way to add something unexpected to a space."
Regardless of how you mix and match this year's modern furniture and interior design trends, 2012 is sure to amazing new designs to your home. Inspiration can be found anywhere, especially at your modern furniture stores, so don't' be afraid for a little change in 2012.
Modern Furniture and Interior Design Trends for 2012
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