Interior DesignTrends 2012

This picture exemplifies some of the design trends that I see developing for 2012: Handscraped, reclaimed, distressed, sunbleached hardwood floors; woodpanelling on ceilings and walls; lots of texture and visual interest; oiled bronze, circular shapes; personal imprints, handwriting; sleek, modern elements juxtaposed with those that are old and weathered.

Below are some interesting blogs that showcase a variety of design trends for 2012:

This one is out of the U.K. and points to Britishness, Nostalgia, Aztec and Tribal influences, and Typography as being the leading Interior Design Trends for 2012.

http://whoartnow.co.uk/interior-design-trends/253-interior-design-trends-for-2012

This blog talks about grey being the main neutral for 2012, with yellow as the main accent. Think industrial with antique, "Paris flea market meets driftwood salvage".

http://www.pr.com/press-release/369047

The idea of decorating a home for re-sale, in a generic, impersonal style, is becoming less popular. People are staying in their homes longer and are injecting their own personalities into their spaces. They're using more colour, more pattern, more unique art objects and furniture. This blog exemplifies these ideas:

http://www.adesignerspot.com/decorating-styles/2011-2012-trends-in-interior-design.html

This is a fascinating blog that categorizes and analyzes the following colour trends: Preservation, Heritage, Process, and Protection:

http://yourhomeonlybetter.com/color-trends-for-2012-balance-to-preservation/

This last blog is not about design trends, but about the top 10 lifestyle trends for 2012. Examples are community gardens, working from home, single-level houses and multi-generational homes.

http://ht.ly/7JVEp

OK I'm ready, now bring on the new year!

Photo credit: Contemporist.com. Loft Apartment by 2B Group.