It’s In With The Old In Interior Design

Whoever said it was out with the old and in with the new was terribly mistaken, at least in terms of the latest interior design trends.

The French laundry look, where everything appears distressed and weathered, is dominating the home furnishings market, according to Lisa Bizzell, who has been an interior decorator at Tassels for over 14 years.

Theres a lot of use of texture, she said, pointing to a beige Baker Heritage Furniture sofa with metallic gold geometric pattern. Tassels designers used an abundance of brightly colored teal, blue and green pillows to accent its neutral tone.

French laundry makes a statement by understating. Most furniture in this style tends to be a shade of white or brown. Bizzell said the color greige, which is a combination of gray and beige, has become fundamental to French laundry. But for those who arent fulfilled by the minimalism that characterizes this look, vibrant colors are an asset.

Shinier pops of color can balance neutral-based colors, said Bizzell. Oranges, fuchsias, hot pinks and turquoises are becoming very popular.

By keeping up with the latest clothing trends, one can, in essence, also remain well versed in the latest interior design trends. Chartreuse yellow is appearing in the form of dresses, blazers and blouses, but its also the color of an armchair by Lexington Furniture Company with a subtle white bird-and-branch pattern. In an otherwise neutral room, a chair like this can supply just the right amount of color.

At High Point Market, a trade show for the furniture industry, Bizzell learned that shades of purple are also making a comeback and that metallic accessories have the same effect as adding bright colors to French laundry furnishings.

Mercury glass is used to create home accessories that look silver. But the difference between mercury and actual silver is that mercury is translucent. A lamp by Cyan Design with a mercury-glass body and taupe shade was proof that metal really can spruce up objects seeming plain.

Though weathered woodwork may look old, its really the newest trend. And just like vivid colors can balance neutral ones, brightly-painted woodwork can maintain quaintness while remaining interesting.

A tangerine-colored secretary desk by Justin Camlin, a designer specializing in painted pieces, can provide the perfect amount of color to an office. But the desks versatility makes it usable in virtually any room, especially when accompanied by the tan, woven, long-backed chair Tassels had on display with it.

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It’s In With The Old In Interior Design