Design Trends for 2013

As the New Year rings in, people are always wondering what will change and what will remain the same in the world of design. Here are the top 5 trends and best ways to create a happy home in 2013…

Contemporary Living Room design by Minneapolis Interior Designer Martha O'Hara Interiors

TREND 1: SOFT MODERN

Uber traditional and stark contemporary spaces are a thing of the past. Today, it’s all about creating a warm and inviting home that isn’t bleak or cluttered and fussy. Clean lines, organic materials, soothing gray colors, and more traditional framed furniture (in modern patterns) all work together to create this soothing, timeless style.

Traditional Living Room design by Austin Interior Designer Heather Scott Home & Design

Modern Living Room design by Miami Interior Designer Jorge Castillo Design Inc.

Eclectic Family Room design by Atlanta Interior Designer Cristi Holcombe

Traditional Bedroom design by Denver Interior Designer Chalet

TREND 2: VIVID COLORS

Bright colors are here to stay, but please, make it your resolution to leave the neons back in 2012. More muted brights will take center stage in the new year. The top colors will be various shades of yellow, blue, and green. Try juxtaposing a bright color against deeper, darker colors for a rich look.

Eclectic Living Room design by New York Media And Blogs ABRAMS

Modern Living Room design by Boston Interior Designer Rachel Reider Interiors

Eclectic Living Room design by Other Metro Interior Designer Debbie Basnett, Vintage Scout Interiors

Contemporary Living Room design by Portland Interior Designer Garrison Hullinger Interior Design Inc.

TREND 3: BOLD PATTERNS

Geometric shapes and graphic patterns will come into their own in 2013. The focus won’t be on just one pattern in a space, but will be on mixing and matching different patterns to excite the senses. For example, mix a geometric or striped print with a floral pattern.

Eclectic Living Room design by New York Architect SchappacherWhite Ltd.

Contemporary Living Room design by New York Interior Designer MuseInteriors

Contemporary Living Room design by Melbourne Interior Designer Camilla Molders

Traditional Living Room design by Little Rock Interior Designer Tobi Fairley Interior Design

TREND 4: NATURAL APPEAL

Linens and reclaimed wood still have major staying power. The soothing colors of these pieces are important because every room needs balance and a place for the eyes to rest. Blending natural fabrics and woods with lively and stimulating color palettes will be all the rage in the next few years.

Traditional Family Room design by Dallas Design-build Ellen Grasso & Sons, LLC

Traditional Dining Room design by Charleston Interior Designer Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home

Contemporary Living Room design by New York Interior Designer MuseInteriors

Traditional Dining Room design by Los Angeles General Contractor LuAnn Development, Inc.

TREND 5: AMERICANA

Classic American looks are being recreated to craft a beautiful modern look. This vintage style is interesting, yet simple and sincere. From the roll of an arm, to casters, or the perfect stamp and distressing, attention to detail is crucial to making these spaces feel both timeless and modern. To get the look, combine old and new to create a comfortable, lived-in feel.