Design Trend 2015: Navy

Navy utilized as a neutral is right on trend in the design world. It is a rich, saturated hue that makes a statement in any space and can be incorporated in many different ways, from furniture to accent walls and even cabinetry. 

Thinking out of the box, try a bold navy shade on your ceiling for added drama. Navy base cabinets in your kitchen give a cottage, nautical feeling and soften the space.  Accent your room with yellow and gold shades to compliment your bold shades of navy.

2015 Design Trend: Rustic Tables with Mod Seating

We have seen rustic design styles grow in popularity within the last few years but 2015 brings a new design trend that will create a more dynmatic overall look for your dining room! Mix your rustic, reclaimed wood dining table with modern, contemporary dining chairs to give a rich, luxe design.

 

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Unique Outdoor Cooking

Simply stunning! A fully enclosed outdoor cooking space, showcases architectural detail in this unique privacy screen. Naturally stained cedar planks laid horizontally, give the perfect modern accent to the classic geometric pattern. 

pattern, pattern, pattern

There is nothing better than adding a pop to any room with a striking pattern. Here are a few easy ways to add pattern to your space!

Wallpaper

Wallpaper is one of my favorite ways to add a beautiful pattern! Choose a bold pattern that will create a statement in your room.

Tile

To make a subtle statement, select a plain tile and lay it in a unique way, such as the herringbone subway tile!

Accessories & Fabrics


Add pattern with accessories, rugs, pillows and curtains to add a pop that can easily be changed out! Don't be afraid of layering patterns! The more patterns, the more interest.

Masculine vs. Feminine

Tiled Showers

Wood grain tile creates a striking, contemporary texture in this very masculine shower. With its dark colour tones and simplistic design, this glass shower screams masculine retreat.

Light and bright marble subway tiles are the perfect compliment to the basket weave classic floor tile. Hints of traditional elegance makes this shower a perfect pair for any woman.

Pretty In Pink!

 

Talk about a pop of colour! This stunning contemporary design, by a Chicago designer, chose a striking shade of pink to stand out against the neutral background. 

Mix and match: Lamps

There is nothing that I love more then having symmetry in a design but the idea of having two different lamps in one space is very unique and exciting to the eye. To achieve this look, choose two lamps with similar style and shade colour and this is the key in creating a uniform design. 

The many uses for Barnboard

Barnboard has grown in popularity in the last few years due to its rough natural appearance and its versatility to make a statement in any application and not to mention it is a green, recycled material! Paired with high gloss cabinetry or chrome finishes to create the perfect juxtaposition of modern and rustic. 

Here are just some of the many ways to incorporate barnboard into your interior...

Clad your kitchen island

Using barnboard in a kitchen setting may be a challenge if the wood is not sealed properly. By cladding the back of an island not only is there no worry of food messes but it creates a beautiful statement and focal point, especially laying the planks in a horizontal pattern as Sarah Richardson has done in this stunning kitchen.

Clad a feature wall

One of the main reasons barnboard is so highly sought after is because of its unique quality and by cladding a wall in your space, whether being behind a fireplace or the wall behind you bed, it is bound to create a wow factor and draw your eye in that direction.

Rustic barnboard furniture

Rustic reclaimed mantles to barnboard tables, using rustic furniture pieces incorporated into interiors gives a natural, earthy feel. By using the recycled barnboard not only are you creating beautiful furniture pieces but also saving yourself money by reusing this old wood!

Reclaimed beams and cladded ceilings 

Rustic reclaimed beams broken up by planks of barnboard is just another method to create a rustic retreat. Adding reclaimed beams to a modern design gives interest to an otherwise plain aspect of the room and utilizes natural materials.

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Decorating with yellow!

Adding a pop of vibrant citrus yellow to any space is one of my favorite designer musts! Yellow accessories featured in a backdrop of neutral tones, especially gray tones, create a perfect contrast.

Here is how you can create this look...

Essentials for a Traditional Ensuite

A traditional master bath will always have a classic design style that will withstand the test of time. Classic lines with updated finishes such as a basket weave marble floor tile, a free standing tulip tub and a rounded custom vanity gives the traditional ensuite a designer flair. 

Barn to Sleek Modern Home

This gorgeous 7,000 square foot English home has been converted from a barn to this stunning artsy space. The integrity of the structure has been kept intact and by adding the interior walls to slightly section off the spaces make this stunning home extremely unique. 

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Add Shine and Sparkle!

Every room needs some interest and by adding some eye catching glitz and glam pieces to your space it gives a dynamic design.

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Mirrors

Not only do mirrors add reflective surfaces and give the illusion of a larger space, they can also be a statement art piece. A perfect way to add sparkle with this great Casalife starburst mirror!

Casalife, Sierra Star wall mirror

Furniture

A mirrored side table or console table is not only a functional piece of furniture, but a very pretty reflective statement piece. Furniture with glass, mirror or metallic finishes all add glam to your room.

 

Urban Barn, Reflection Console Table

Lighting

Lighting can make a huge statement in any space. A chandelier with glass and crystal is a perfect way to add sparkle and shine. This Restoration Hardware light fixture would look great over an island or dining table.

Restoration Hardware, 1920's Odeon Glass Fringe