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HEARTH & HOME
Faux Natural 
Nayak’s inspiration behind this trend is the subtle patterns created
by nature’s textures – think wood grain, geodes or ocean waves. One
way to do this is using earthy tones like browns, beiges and deep
blues combined with vibrant neon colors to generate the effect of the
Northern Lights around the home. Faux bois or wood grain are paint
treatments that can help you weave this trend into a room. Take a table
and apply a neon paint color with a faux wood rubber tool (found at
most craft stores), then tape off a cool design with painter’s tape to
bring the project to the next level.
Made with Love
What’s “in” in home design this year? Creating warm and cozy spaces
that are customized just for you. This is the true essence of DIY.
Painting an accent wall in a pastel color like lavender will set a relaxed
and comforting tone to the room. From there, “add a soft woven
blanket, a macramé wall hanging or ivory plates on a wall to transform
just any room to your room,” Nayak said. Small or hand-crafted personal
touches like these make this a livable and lovable trend that embraces
the imperfect perfectly.

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