There’s an exciting new design
feeling for Spring of 2016. This concept seems to be the trend for my clients
needs. The “old design concept” was filling a room with a lot of accessories
and too much over-scaled furniture. Now it’s simple, friendly and serene. The new
designer fabric choices are more durable and user-friendly. That’s not to say
that it sacrifices look, by any means. More linens, chenille’s, and crushed
velvet blends have taken a forefront.
Window treatments have a strong
emphasis on straight panels with more of a tailored edge. Roman shades have
been the number one choice for my current projects. When it comes to the
wallcovering, deep tones such as grays and blues, incorporating the use of grass
cloth or a very high-end vinyl texture from England and Italy were favored. This
concept allows my clients to utilize their personal elements such as their area
rugs in the design plan. The spring colors for 2016 have been neutrals paired
with jewel tones, such as grays and milky blues with purples, lilacs and
corals.
Each of the interior design
projects that I’ve been involved with recently have one important design philosophy;
the rooms are functional, lived-in and represent my clients’ personal taste. More
of the emphasis is placed on the comfort and enjoyment of the owners of the
home, their family and the welcoming of their guests. In conclusion, a room
should feel well-designed but not be afraid to be used, and it is my belief
that the overall look should appear that the interior of the home reflect my
clients personality and not my own. There
is a right and wrong within a client’s taste, that has been my design
standard for over thirty years. As I always say folks, “Don’t be afraid to decorate!”
Best always,
Robin
