If you're an interior design aficionado that has to have all the latest trends in their home, or just someone who wants to bring their home up-to-date a bit, this guide will certainly help inspire you. From new colour trends to stylish interior design philosophies, everyone can find something that's a perfect fit for them and their home in 2018.
Vibrant colours
Even though neutral shades still rule the world of colour, they are slowly making space for bold and vibrant shades. You can use these saturated hues in your statement furniture, choose accessories in vibrant colours or simply paint a statement wall. If you're still not sure, getting colourful pillows, throws or small area rugs will gently ease you into the trend.
Flashy prints Just like a few years back, tropical print is still very much present in the interior design. However, the trend evolved a bit from super bright colour into more lush and fresh greens. For instance, one very popular motif is large scale leaf prints that will instantly bring life into your space. Other popular prints are cute insects, subtle safari and birds-of-paradise prints. If there's no way you can incorporate green into your interior, there are still ways you can be on board with this trend. There are tropical prints in other bold colours that will spare you all the greenery and still have the same feel to it.
Vintage accessories
Vintage accessories trend is what a large number of people has been waiting for. It allows you to create amazing focal points, completely personalise the space and bring something unique to your home. So, if you like a bit of vintage charm, don't miss out on this trend. Mixing new and old is very easy today with all the specialised vintage stores, antique shops and flea markets. Even Craigslist and eBay have a huge offer of these one-of-a-kind items.
Hardwood floors with a twist
If you really like rustic, vintage or even industrial aesthetics, you can turn to your floors and give wide planks a shot. They have a charming and historical vibe that is very hard to replicate with other architectural elements and decoration, especially if they are made of reclaimed wood. Even though they look quite neutral on a first glance, they have a subtle yet interesting decorative effect. You can arrange wide planks in a classic straight pattern or opt for a more intricate herringbone style.
Dark wood
Slowly, pale and bleached wood is being replaced by its counterpart from the dark side. Since 2018 is bringing back the boldness and elegance to the interior design, dark woods perfectly fit into such spaces and make them look even more glam. If dark wood furniture accented with metallic hardware or legs will make an interesting twist on modern luxe design. Dark walnut and gold, brass or black metal details go perfectly together.
Aspiration spaces
If you wish to shed all interior design limitations and stop following design "rules", this style is for you. The creation of "aspirational" spaces allows you to put additional emphasis on design that is unique, completely personal and suitable for your needs and desires. This sort of space will allow you to boost the atmosphere in the space that will inspire the feeling of mindfulness, vitality, inspiration or concentration. These spaces also have a relaxing, Zen-like vibe, which is perfect for bathrooms. So, make a comfortable freestanding bath the star of your bathroom, surround it with items that inspire and motivate you and every bubble bath will make you feel invigorated and ready for new challenges of the day.
Citizen-of-the-world decor
Many people embraced travelling as their lifestyle and they want to show it in their interior design. In 2018 feel free to show off your travel memorabilia and show the appreciation for distant places that had a great effect on your life. For instance, adorn your home with colours of the Middle East or tribal patterns of Amazonia and show that you're a true citizen of the world.
Each year brings something new to the interior design or revives something old and long forgotten. Before you know, you'll be seeing these trends everywhere you turn in 2018, so hurry to incorporate them into your fashionable home, otherwise you'll miss your chance.
