Interior Design Trends

Interior design trends may seem to come and go like the wind but when you look closely, quite a few follow a pattern of emergence, development and then timeless appeal. It's been the case with feature walls, polished natural materials and black and white, but what's next?

Making the right modern choices with interior design should mean you don't have to play catch-up every other year to have a great looking interior. The right choice now should be one that stands the test of time, therefore in this article we will discuss a few major trends in interior design that are in the emerging and developing stages locally and abroad so that you can instil your property with timeless elegance.

Minimalism

In an age where material possessions are increasingly disposable and construction capabilities have never been so advanced, minimalism makes more sense than ever. The core principle of minimalism is to do more with less, and make the ordinary extraordinary. Minimalism is a large proponent of the idea of choosing quality over quantity when it comes to materials and furniture, with the result being sophisticated comfort or practised leisure.

Artisan Fittings

Artisan features are a trend that somewhat faded during the early 2000s but are making a major revival in 2018. Not that long ago it was fashionable to have your fittings and features imported from Europe or the Middle East but today we are seeing an offshoot of the think global, act local movement come to fruition in the interior design scene.

There is a rapid, almost exponential increase in demand for locally designed fittings and features with a focus on one-of-a-kind designs. This trend promotes recycling and upcycling of industrial and commercial waste materials while simultaneously empowering local artists to practice and develop their craft. More importantly it gives your property a healthy splash of individuality and connection to the local community.

Home Automation

While home automation products have been on the market for decades and widely seen in movies and luxury hotels, their uptake is fast becoming main stream as consumers look to install smart products and appliances in their home. Today, the sweet spot has been reached and home automation, including automated window coverings and lights are highly reliable, convenient and more affordable.

Automated features can bring your home into the 21st century with shock and awe. It will no longer take you ten minutes to open the house and let the light in and your windows will be free from the clutter of cords, cables and hooks. A simple press of the remote or a few taps on your smartphone are all it takes to open or close the windows of your home.

Somfy are leaders in innovation and provide long term warranties on products. We offer a wide range of motorised solutions as well as the ability to control them from a smartphone via Connexoon Window RTS. For a Somfy connected home of your own, find a Somfy Expert retailer near you.