Most of us recognise design trends are cyclical. Each season highlights different colour tones and styles to create an aesthetic that can be modern and/or classic “with a twist” that meets the demands of industry.
Colour on the interior and exterior of your home will be incorporated into the overall design to meet your dream home goals. The wonderful thing about building today is your personal style is not limited to current trends. You can explore the trends across time and identify the varying elements that speak to you. Sourcing items may present a little challenge but colours can be mixed to your exact specifications today. A colour specialist will help you get just the right tone for your home.
When considering colour each design season includes neutrals and colours in the palette. The colours generally consist of rich and bold statement colours and light colours that blend or contrast with the the bolder colours. It’s helpful to know how colour impacts you. For instances, blue based neutral tones are calming and yellows invigorating. If you desire a space that’s calm and relaxing, like the bedroom, go soft. If you’re full of energy and want your home to reflect that go yellow, bold or have a mix of colour. There’s no right or wrong here. It’s your home so design your home to meet your needs and reflect your personality.
Design trends aren’t limited to the colour palette. They impact every element of home design; hardware choices, tile and flooring options, along with exterior home and architectural features. Every part of your current home is a result of the design elements of the time it was built or renovated. As you look around your current home identify the features you like and what you don’t like. This can help you identify what “feels like home” to you.
One of the benefits of custom home design is you can take design elements from any era and incorporate your choices into your new home build. For example, the exterior of your home may be mid century modern with clean lines and a low maintenance garden. Inside you may decide to at a more neutral palette with timber accents and cosy furniture or have brassy lighting features and bold colours with sleek furniture. If you have heirloom pieces but want a modern home with the right palette and styling your home may radiate a cosy eclectic feel!
Current trends, when utilised effectively, can add to your home aesthetic rather than detract from it. Your custom home builder will take the time to listen to your needs and work with the design time to create a home that is a reflection of you. Beginning with the end in mind will help the design team curate spaces that enable you to feel at home from the moment you walk in the door. Don’t let trends stop you from making your house the dream home you’ve always wanted.
TIP: 2025 trends are starting to surface. Once again we see a trend towards incorporating environmentally friendly designs with bold colours, natural timbers and mixed metals. Colours reflecting the natural world like green and wine will be featured.
