Start planning your Thanksgiving meal, taking stock of your holiday decorations, and making your naughty and nice lists: it’s officially the holiday season. Despite this time of year’s reputation as being extremely busy, it’s also, in our opinion, the coziest.
Read more6 Design Details Your Guests Will Never Forget
As we barrel towards the holiday season, we naturally start assessing whether our home is ready for entertaining, whether for family-friendly Halloween get-togethers or adults-only New Years Eve soirees. While we love a good total reno and the chance to transform a home into a drastically different gathering space for friends and family, sometimes such a big change isn’t in the cards (or the budget).
Over the years, we have also identified the power of making smaller changes, swaps, and upgrades to create an inviting, appealing atmosphere. Here are six design details from past Sara Hillery Interior Design projects that will make an unforgettable impression on your guests and will hopefully give you a happiness buzz whenever you walk in that space as well.
Showstopping Foyer
Make a big impact on your guests from the moment they walk in with a fresh, tidy, and intentional foyer. This space incorporates both bright and soft whites and adds greenery to ease the indoor/outdoor transition. A playful blue and white striped wallpaper plays well with the lighter, peaceful blue shades of lighting fixture and side table.
Entryways often get clogged with shoes, coats, and bags, but making the effort to create a curated foyer translates to more space in the home to truly express your style and will set the stage to showcase your home to guests. Another plus side: you’ll enter your home after a long day and feel instantly refreshed and welcome.
Custom Architectural Details
One of our favorite ways to bring texture into a space without drastically altering it structurally is to add architectural details. Incorporating moldings instantly makes a room feel intriguing and elegant, and we love the diversity of options and that they can be added from floor to ceiling depending on which area you’d like to highlight.
To add depth to this room with a largely monochromatic color palette, we incorporated panel wainscotting and fluted pilasters around the fireplace, crown and baseboard molding at the ceiling and floor, and casing around the door.
Unique Powder Room
Powder rooms are among the most fun to play with since we like to be daring in small spaces! They are often the perfect room to try dramatic paint colors or wallpapers, but putting some thought into smaller details goes a long way here in general.
Little touches such as a whimsical mirror, funky light fixtures, an interesting faucet, a small bouquet of flowers, even a decadent smelling hand soap can have maximum impact and will have your guests stealing these ideas for their own powder room.
Bar Niche
For consummate entertainers and wannabe mixologists, a stocked bar is a necessity. Why not make every celebration feel just a little more festive with a splashy bar niche like this one? The vibrant color, abundant gold details, crisp marble countertop, wallpapered ceiling, and glam beaded light fixture will make every martini feel like a party! Multiple cabinets contain bottles, glasses, and other bar accessories for when the party is (at least temporarily) over and keep the space looking clean and organized.
Pops of Wallpaper
Wallpaper can get dismissed from design plans because of its past reputation for being fussy and costly to install. There are now easier-to-apply options available, and we’d also argue that the visual impact is worth a little struggle: wallpaper can make guests feel like they are inhabiting a work of art!
Wallpapers come in myriad patterns (we especially love floral and botanicals) and textures. Depending on the size and color of the print, patterns can really bring a “wow” factor, or they can create a soothing, repetitive visual. If wallpapering a whole room feels intimidating, we recommend using it for an accent wall or two.
Curated Art Collection
Many of our clients have spent years if not decades amassing a collection of artwork. Because these collections grow over time, the pieces are often added to an open wall or squeezed into a cabinet. For maximum visual impact, we recommend curating art that is connected by style or form into a specific area or space for display. When entertaining guests who might not know others (or even your family) very well, these collections create an immediate entrypoint for conversation and connection. Who knows? They may even have a unique collection of their own!
Want more design tips? Download our FREE Seasonal Guest-Ready Checklist below to get our curated tips and tricks to prep your home for guests this holiday season. Happy entertaining!
Reflecting on Rooms with a View
Rooms With a View, New England’s premier annual design event founded by design legend Albert Hadley, is about to celebrate 30 years! Each November, this annual design event invites a select group of designers to create vignettes in the library and great hall of the historic stone Gothic Revival style Southport Congregational Church. Proceeds from ticket sales go towards supporting a bevy of local charities.
“Nancy Goes Barefoot in Southport”
Sara was invited to participate in the 2024 Rooms with a View, where she had the opportunity to transform a room into her grand vision. Each designer is provided a petite space (6’x8’x8’) to transform in under a week, which is no small feat. Sara took on the challenge last year and designed an elegant and sunny room with a nod to design legend Nancy Lancaster.
Design Inspiration
Sara’s vignette, aptly named “Nancy goes Barefoot in Southport”, took color cues from the famous yellow room that Nancy Lancaster designed with John Fowler in London (if going viral was a thing in the 1950s, this room would have done it!). In lieu of the“buttah yellah” used in the original, Sara selected a more demure shade, incorporating warm yellow elements including gingham curtains, a panel of bird-patterned wallpaper by Brunchswig & Fils, a traditional pendant light by Vaughan Lighting, and a bevy of naturalist inspired decorative elements to create an inviting room with a sense of casual elegance, perfect for curling up with a book or cozying up for a nap.
And It Was All Yellow
Sara’s signature practice of enlivening a space by bringing in natural elements was on display as she sprinkled plants and flowers throughout the vignette.
There’s no doubt that Lancaster, who, like Sara, has Virginia roots, would have approved of this casually sophisticated, inspired, and unique homage!
Thank you to all of our sponsors, and Rooms with a View, for helping bring this vignette to life, including: Jennifer Manners Design, Vaughan Lighting, Hickory Chair Furniture Co, Samuel & Sons, Brunschwig & Fils, and Little Greene Paint.
To learn more about the history of Rooms with a View, and see this year’s vignettes, visit www.roomswithaview.org
You can attend this year’s showhouse in person from November 7-9th in Southport, CT.
Renovation Regret Is Real - But It’s Entirely Avoidable
We love a good renovation–it’s an opportunity to transform a space that no longer serves its original purpose, make changes that support a homeowner’s evolving family situation (such as becoming empty nesters or having additional children), or give an intentional glow up after a long period of residence.
Renovations aren’t to be taken lightly or quickly, however. While we understand the excitement and anticipation surrounding the renovation process, this excitement can often lead to skipping the planning phase, or considering your emotional needs around the space. But here’s the truth we’ve learned over 20 years of design: renovation regret is real, and it’s almost always avoidable.
The Trouble Begins When Planning Ends Too Soon
Excitement is natural. It’s tempting to dive in, pick paint colors, and start knocking down walls. But skipping the planning phase—or overlooking the emotional needs tied to your space—can lead to costly detours. We’ve seen it happen: electrical lines laid right where a future pool was dreamed. Oversized loft-sized sectionals purchased for cozy cottages. Sentimental elements removed without a second thought. These aren’t just logistical missteps, they’re missed opportunities to make your home feel like you.
Designing With Intention Means Designing With Longevity
A thoughtful renovation starts with a master plan. One that considers not just square footage and finishes, but how you live, how you gather, and what you cherish. It’s about preserving heirlooms, honoring memories, and making space for new ones.
This is where an experienced designer becomes invaluable. We help you fine-tune your goals, anticipate roadblocks, and create a roadmap that reflects your lifestyle—not just your Pinterest board. We’re your sounding board, your advocate, and your guide through the process.
Avoid the “It Looked Good Online” Trap
Furniture regret is one of the most common post-renovation woes. That dreamy oversized sofa? It might overwhelm your living room. A furniture plan and accurate dimensions aren’t just helpful—they’re essential. They save you time, money, and the heartbreak of realizing something doesn’t fit (literally or emotionally).
When done right, a renovation enhances your home’s value, supports your lifestyle, and brings joy for years to come. It’s not just about what’s new—it’s about what’s functional and true to you.
If you’re considering a renovation—or already knee-deep in one—we’ve created a free Renovation Readiness Checklist to help you start with clarity and confidence. Download the checklist below and then give us a call!
Through the Designer’s Lens: Highlights from Recent Design Events
As we begin to usher in the Summer season, we wanted to take time to reflect on some of the events and fundraisers we were fortunate to take part in this spring.
First up was a Virginia Garden Week luncheon. Our friend and PR expert Austin Mill assembled a “Romp Around the Old Dominion” tour of houses, bringing together architects and designers. Following a tour of the historic abode, which was shipped over from England and reassembled in Richmond, we hosted a delicious and scenic get together on the terrace overlooking the gardens. With a spring palette of citrusy yellows and oranges and pinks and beautiful blooms, our tablescapes also included a floral Christopher Farr Cloth Richmond print that had been pulled from the archives and was originally used for the royal family’s home.
Next, we were thrilled to participate in the annual Little Hands fundraiser, held at Tredegar Iron Works. With a children’s storybook theme as inspiration, we selected perennial favorite “The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein, a fitting choice since Little Hands shines a light on the importance of giving. The book also provides a natural match for Sara’s love of nature, which was abundantly on display: a batik green printed tablecloth, bamboo cutlery, woven baskets of apples in each guest’s seat, and Mottahedeh Apple Lace dinnerware featuring butterflies all added to the sensation of bringing the outdoors inside. At the table’s center, was an apple tree in a white planter, loaned by Capital Garden Products. China loaned by Fraiche.
And just a few weeks ago, we participated in a Design Leadership Network panel celebrating the Network’s impressive and wide-traveling first book, The Living Room.
Moderated by DLN Director of Editorial and Community Engagement Hadley Keller, the panel covered the evolution of living room design, touching on the influence of Nancy Lancaster as well as Richmond’s own Wilton House among other trends throughout time.
After the panel, which featured Sara, architect Dan Ensminger, and Bond Millen Gallery Director Ashley Millen, participants enjoyed a guided tour of Maymont’s Japanese and Italian gardens.
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Spring Into Style: 5 Interior Designer Approved Home Decor Tips
Warmer weather, finally! As we open the windows to let in the fresh spring air and take pleasure in swapping out our winter wardrobes, we often find ourselves also wanting to refresh our home decor. These updates don’t need to be dramatic but they do wonders for our mood and take advantage of the natural, seasonal cycles taking place outside.
As interior designers, here are some of our favorite easy decor tips you can use today to get your home Spring ready:
1. In bloom
Go beyond the dining room or kitchen floral “centerpiece” by adding fresh, seasonal floral arrangements all around the house.
Stick a bloom or two into a bud vase and pop it on the bathroom vanity and delight houseguests with a mini bedside bouquet from your backyard. Scented or not, these flowers instantly give off fresh spring vibes!
2. Curated layers
Refresh and rearrange coffee table decor, and any other surfaces. In addition to incorporating floral arrangements or plants, you could select a beautiful tray, unique antique pieces, and bring in a candle with a refreshing scent (such as citrus or jasmine).
Adding coffee table books that depict themes of gardens, warm weather escapes, or spring fashion will also add seasonal flair.
3. Pastel palette
Add decorative or spring themed artwork to each room. While there’s no need to redo a room entirely, think in terms of spring colors and bring in decor to reflect this palette. Topiaries and ferns add whimsical spring flair to a room, and swapping out darker paintings or photographs for more vibrant hued artworks will do wonders to enliven a space.
4. Textile touches
Make seasonal accessories swaps. Put away the cozy, heavy blankets, make space for lighter throws or quilts, and don’t underestimate the power of simply trading out decorative pillows.
Selecting pastel colors and spring prints for these accessories will add another layer to the overall spring effect.
5. Tablescapes
Let the “lightness” of spring guide you around the table. Bring out your cheery, patterned place settings, add a floral table runner, and incorporate more fanciful and decorative glassware. We also love using flatware with bamboo or colorful handles.
Even if lingering cool weather means you can’t dine outside just yet, you could get into the picnic mindset with a checkered tablecloth. This season brings out our more playful side, and, after a long winter, we happily embrace that in as many aspects of our daily lives as possible!
Looking for more design tips, or have an interior design project in mind? We are here to help, contact us today!
Think Pink! Interior Decorating with Pops of Color
Pink can be a polarizing color in interior design, but we find it to be incredibly versatile and powerful. Just a hint of a pale hue can lighten a room, while a dark accent can add drama. Pink has a longheld association with love so, with Valentine’s Day on the horizon, we are highlighting a few projects that show how to decorate using pink and its unexpected design prowess.
This North Side kitchen, created as part of a Design House, uses pink to strike the balance between playful and classic. The pink octagonal ceiling is certainly a conversation starter; it demonstrates our belief that design can and should be fun and whimsical!
Custom cabinet insets with matching pink interiors act as a vivid backdrop to white vases and platters, while the art that ascends the staircase includes a framed Hermes scarf featuring a masquerade ball and a piece by local artist Ron Johnson. White cabinetry and grey and white-patterned floors and backsplash keep the color from feeling overwhelming, giving an overall effect that is fresh, playful, effortlessly chic.
We wove a pink hued story throughout a beautiful family home by selecting this vibrant color for lampshades and bases and by incorporating pink and white patterned fabrics on pillows, wallpaper, and footboard benches.
Rosy drapes enliven the dining space while also drawing attention to the art that hangs between them as well as the carpet pattern. A bedroom, that at one time was their daughter’s nursery got a makeover, layers on pink’s cozy and comforting qualities by featuring wallpaper and fabric panels in the same pattern and white bedding with pink detailing. Using varying hues and pops of pink throughout ensures that the house feels elegant and unified but still dynamic–perfect for a growing family!
This home was designed for a young family that loves art and includes three children and dogs, so incorporating vibrant colors and textures was a natural component of the design process. From a lilac sofa sitting on a rug with pink tones that contrasts with the mostly cooler hues in a living room to a statement desk in an electric fuschia to a funky patterned pink and white wallpaper that feels like a largescale work of art, pink serves a surprising and multipurpose staple in spaces small and large.
Pantone 2025 Color of the Year - Interior Design Trends
PANTONE recently announced Mocha Mousse as the 2025 Color of the Year, and this rich, warm hue simultaneously brings to mind both luxury and comfort. Along with giving us a craving for real mocha mousse, the PANTONE announcement offers us a chance to reflect on how we incorporate this color scheme into our designs as well as how this shade fits into what we are forecasting trends for 2025.
We love bursts of color at SHID, yet we often find ourselves anchoring rooms with neutral tones. There is something classic and soothing about creating a neutral palette by blending elements such as wood floors, paneling, and furniture. In order to create rooms that are intriguing visually and texturally, we juxtapose these grounding (and natural) components with crisp whites or patterns incorporating an array of shades.
Neutral tones allow for versatility in interior design, as you can easily incorporate them in a variety of unique designs. We use neutrals often in our designs, such as this powder room, and the open concept kitchen, and study below. While they differ quite a bit in purpose and aesthetics, all use neutrals as a strong and timeless base. Adding detail, texture, and color allows us to craft distinct spaces that reflect the personalities and sensibilities of the room’s inhabitants.
Warm neutrals like the Mocha Mousse palette imbue spaces with a cozy yet indulgent vibe. Pairing them with cooler neutrals (such as tans and creams) make spaces feel elegant and calm. However, incorporating these hues within a palette that includes floral shades creates a contrast that feels vibrant and playful without being oversaturated or distracting.
The popularity of a color like Mocha Mousse confirms our forecast that more natural and earthy colors and textures will be in favor in the near future.
As we witnessed at High Point Market and trade shows as well as we have seen from our own clients’ wishes, designs that help create a warmer and more grounded feel are trending. People want to gather and connect with friends and loved ones in spaces that give off comfortable and comforting vibes, and incorporating warm, cozy neutrals like Mocha Mousse is just one versatile way to create a welcoming atmosphere.
As we head into 2025, we’re excited to see what other trends emerge (we’re placing our bets on a rediscovered love of sunshine-y yellow and re-imagined retro chic style from the 80s). In the meantime, we wish you and yours a warm and festive holiday season!
6 Cozy Spaces Perfect for Fall Gatherings
Each fall, we find ourselves looking forward to spending intentional time with friends and loved ones. After summer months spent traveling and embracing different (dare we say, less frenetic) schedules, there’s something about the cool weather that encourages us to gather together again, and our homes are a favorite spot for this type of entertaining.
At Sara Hillery Interior Design, we focus on making spaces that are usable and functional year round, and taking into consideration the social habits of the homeowners with whom we work is a critical part of the planning process. As a result, these spaces are naturally ready to host parties, small get-togethers, and family nights in.
With the holidays on the horizon, we are sharing 6 spaces and the design details that encourage gatherings and get-togethers with your favorite people.
1.
fireside glow
This room radiates coziness, and has a tech-free touch we love: there’s no television to be found! The entertainment is sitting across from one another and catching up with rich wood paneling, plush couches with oversized pillows, and a vintage rug all inviting conversation. Get a fire blazing and everyone will naturally tuck in for an afternoon or evening together.
2. take it outside
Outdoor spaces can be cozy too, and, as green-minded designers, we encourage being outside for as long as the weather allows it. Surrounded by nature yet protected from the elements, this screened-in porch offers the best of both worlds. Diffused lighting sources and outdoor entertainment keep gatherings going for hours so bring out some extra blankets and warm beverages and settle in.
4. A simple design trick
Not everyone loves a big get-together, but a simple design trick can help create more intimate spaces within any size setting. A small table with an activity such as cards or a mini chess board (or perhaps some coloring supplies for little ones) give smaller groups the opportunity to settle in and feel comfortable.
3. Create a cozy nook
Breakfast nooks are a great way to make the kitchen, already the landing spot for most people, into a real hotspot since they maximize available space. No matter what age people are, there’s something joyful about squeezing in around a big table with a variety of snacks to offer.
5. queue music
Need to take a social occasion to the next level? Simply add music. Nothing brings together a group quicker than playing the first few bars of a beloved classic tune–who can resist “Sweet Caroline”? If you’ve got a musician in your house, have him or her take a seat at the piano or ask for volunteers to turn your get together into a sing-a-long.
6. elbow room
This room’s open floor plan is perfect for get-togethers: hosts can prepare and offer food, serve drinks, and mingle all while their guests are within eyesight. We designed this space with unique architectural details such as the coffered ceiling, which adds a central point of interest. The living room design and layout allows for guests to easily flow from the kitchen with ample space to move around. The rooms neutral tones coupled with colorful soft furnishings creates a sense of warmth, encouraging guests to relax.
Does your home feel prepared for entertaining this holiday season? Considering a space refresh or complete design overhaul? We are here to help, contact us today!
Pantone Color of The Year 2022
PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri, Pantone’s color of the year (and a brand-new color creation), was selected to reflect our changed and changing world. It’s a bold and brand-new color creation that, according to the Pantone Color Institute, “ displays a spritely, joyous attitude and dynamic presence that encourages courageous creativity and imaginative expressions”.
We are all about courageous creativity and bringing a more joyous attitude into our lives and our homes, and colors in the periwinkle family are surprisingly versatile. Veri Peri, which brings together beloved, calming blue with an energizing violet red undertone, can be used throughout the home to give small doses of color therapy.
Between zoom fatigue, the uncertainty of the next few months, and the fact that most of us feel like we’ve been in our own personal Groundhog Day movie since March 2020, injecting a little zest and vibrancy into our lives sounds pretty appealing right now. Cheers to the new year and to new energy in our homes and in our lives!Between zoom fatigue, the uncertainty of the next few months, and the fact that most of us feel like we’ve been in our own personal Groundhog Day movie since March 2020, injecting a little zest and vibrancy into our lives sounds pretty appealing right now. Cheers to the new year and to new energy in our homes and in our lives!
Here are a few ideas for how to incorporate this hue:
This floral periwinkle pillow will add a modern touch and a color boost to a sofa or couch in a more neutral shade.
A periwinkle carpet, particularly with a soft, shag texture, is a feast for the eyes…and feels amazingly cozy on feet too.
In Sara Hillery Interior Design’s County Lines textile, the color of the year gets complimented and contrasted with other saturated shades for a playful pattern that subtly salutes Virginia geography.
Entryway periwinkle flowers
Not sure you want to commit long-term to periwinkle in your home? No problem: in this light-filled entryway, a vase of periwinkle flowers brings a natural, lively pop of color.
Happy Earth Day
Design Courtesy of Ni.acki
With many people spending most of their days indoors in front of a screen, it’s no wonder there’s
a pervasive sense of feeling disconnected from nature. It also isn’t a surprise that spending even
a little time regularly in nature does wonders for our health, outlook, and well-being. In honor of
Earth Day we wanted to explore and learn more about Biophillic Design.
“The Green Grid” Courtesy of Kulenturato Carpets
The term “biophilia” was developed by Eric Fromm in the 1960s to describe the human affinity
for the nature-based world. In design, this principle helps guide design decisions to include
elements of nature or pieces that evoke the shapes, textures, and feelings of the natural world.
In layperson’s terms this translates into using rugs made from materials such as sisal or jute,
integrating pieces of art that transport us to dense forests or peaceful beaches, creating spaces
that allow for the most natural light possible, even choosing antique furniture that display the effect of time.
Design Courtesy of Massive Design
Photo Courtesy of Interior Design
We can’t wait to continue exploring biophilic design and it’s power to enhance our connection with the spaces we live in, and creating chic, personal, and practical homes and offices that respond to our natural need for repeated engagement with nature.
Happy Earth Day!
We’ve Got a Whole New Look!
We have been hard at work over the past few months totally overhauling our website, adding more to the services we offer, introducing our online store, and even launching a brand new design platform.
The new and imporoved sarahillery.com
We are so excited to officially debut our new and improved website. We have been working hard upgrading not only the look of our website, but the services we offer. Now you can fill out a design request online, allowing us to get right to work making your house the home you always dreamed of. We have expanded our portfolio with some of our most recent projects. And you can pick from three design services that will suit your unique needs!
Sara Hillery Curated Collection
The Curated Collection is a carefully selected grouping of furniture, case goods, art, accessories, and lighting for sale online as well as the full line of Sara Hillery Home textiles. Our working relationships with vendors across the US and abroad ensures our customers have access to an extensive variety of new, antique and one-of-a-kind products.
Design Delivered by SH
We have launched an innovative design platform called Design Delivered by SH which brings the design process directly to homeowners who want to work at their own speed. The launch of this platform represents a new approach to home design projects and comes during a shift in the design industry as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic.
Completely contactless, Design Delivered is a web-based platform that gathers an individual’s home project information and design needs and produces a new design all within six weeks. Whether it’s a complete room re-design or a simple space refresh, Design Delivered produces a comprehensive package put together by Sara Hillery and her team of designers. The package comes with various pricing options, based on the size and scope of the project, and includes a floor plan, a color storyboard and proposals for window treatments, art work, lighting, fabrics, upholstery and paint plans. After a Zoom consultation and accessing a private design portal to upload inspiration images, a questionnaire and how-to measuring guides, the client then receives in the mail a final design box with a plan of paint colors, fabrics, wallpaper, draperies, furniture, accessories and of course a floorplan - all within six weeks.
While you’re here, you might be interested in Five Reasons to Hire an Interior Designer
Pantone Color of The Year
After a year like 2020, most of us could use some uplifting and some grounding. Pantone is ushering in the New Year with two colors that emanate emotions both calm and bright. While Ultimate Gray and Illuminating are not shades we frequently utilize, we’ve gathered some visual ways to make these colors (or similar hues) livable from our past projects.
Incorporating a shiny golden-hued ceiling is a little like living just a bit closer to the sun. We used warm shades of yellow throughout this room along with gold accents and creams (and even a honey-hued seagrass rug) to keep it light and bright.
Just a pop of this yellow is enough to transform a room. The bone-colored busts of composers, earned from participating in piano recitals and a nod to the family’s avid interest in music) pop, especially when situated within a contrasting black frame.
Sunny yellow and gold unite the furniture, artwork, and accessories in this sitting area, while the subtle differences in shades add texture and vibrancy. The two-toned sofa is a modern, refreshing choice.
Incorporating calming “greige” roman shades might seem like a minor style decision, but they offer just enough contrast to the white carpet and walls to help create a soothing transition for the eye.
We love all the earth and jewel tones in our client’s beautiful collection of pottery and vases. Selecting sunny yet subtle yellow chairs with matching chevron pillows helps to lift the space while also drawing attention to the variety of pieces on display.
Pantone describes the color duo as a “marriage conveying a message of strength and hopefulness that is both enduring and uplifting”, and we hope you begin 2021 harnessing that fortifying, uplifting energy in your homes and in your lives.
My Top Five Trends From High Point Market Fall 2020
We’re officially back from High Point Market (the largest home furnishings industry trade show in the world), and we’ve put together a list of the top trends we spotted in home décor for the rest of 2020 and 2021!
Extra Deep Sofas
One of the most interesting trends we saw all over market was extra deep sofas. With so many of us spending more time at home, working from home, binge watching television, and lounging about it makes sense that sofas are getting even more comfortable.
Imagine taking movie night to the nesx level of coziness with this chaise lounge!
2. Global and Travel Inspired Accessories and Materials
We saw a huge amount of global and travel inspired decorative accessories and materials this market. From rattan wrapped light fixtures to painted pottery, to worldly looking figurines and sculptures.
Our favorites were definitely the textural rattan lighting, each fixture is totally unique a will add interest to any space. Check out this chandelier from the Laura Kirar Collection
These rustic figures, masks, and pottery pieces are a perfect option to round out a space. They are great for accessorizing, filling in holes in bookcases, or standing alone as striking art.
Woven wall hangings have been popular for the past few years and the trend is still going strong. Often times, more affordable than paintings, wall hangings are a great alternative!
We are obsessed with these antique plaster molds repurposed as art pieces! Their well-worn wood has so much character and would add interest to any wall or bookshelf.
If you want to create an escape within your own home, look no further than this jungle themed wall mural. The colors and fine detail will definitely make you feel like you are on safari or in the tropics (without all those pesky mosquitoes)
3. Blonde aND wHITE wASHED fINISHES
Blonde and light wood finished are back in a big way! With the rise of boho chic and coastal cool aesthetic on the rise over the past several years, lighter wood finished have been in high demand. We love the way their tones can be easily mixed in with other materials, colors, and textures without overwhelming a space.
Blonde and lighter finishes are so versatile and buildable! Consider swapping out your dark dining table with a lighter option, the depth that can be created by layering textures and tones allows investment pieces, like a dining table to grow and change with your style for years to come!
Coffee tables and dining chairs are also absolutely stunning in light wood, allowing for the finer details of each piece to be highlighted in a way that feels fresh and new!
4. Rich Earth tones
We saw burnt orange, deep greens, and vibrant ochres everywhere!
We were so inspired by this burnt orange velvet sofa! It would look amazing in a room with light, airy walls or it could be right at home in a traditional study with rich, darker materials.
We swooned over these sienna colored leather pillows and poufs. The color is so versatile and could be used as a more dynamic neutral.
Shades of Persimmon offered a softer take on the burnt orange trend.
We found another swoon-worthy velvet sofa in this deep olive green hue. The classic silhouette pairs perfectly the the statement velvet for a cool, classic look. Green has been very popular the past few years, and we are so happy to see that it will continue to show up in home décor!
5. The Marble and Alabaster “Look”
We saw faux and genuine alabaster and marble all over market this season and couldn’t be more excited! With all the difficulties the world is facing during the pandemic, supply chains too have been impacted driving the price of materials through the roof. Faux alabaster and marble products hit market hard and we are so impressed with their quality!
This faux alabaster statement pendant is a show stopper for sure! These curves would cost a small fortune to create out of genuine alabaster, so this faux piece is a stunning alternative.
We found this natural marble occasional table and loved the idea of each piece being totally unique. This simple design is elevated by the use of natural marble and would look amazing in any space.
This planter has son much subtle dimension, it won’t take away from the beautiful plant it holds, but offers so much visual interest.
