PROPERTY
2017 ’ s
TOP INTERIORS TRENDS
STRONG PROPERTY PRICES MEANS THAT A GROWING NUMBER OF BRITISH HOMEOWNERS ARE NOW MORE INTERESTED IN RENOVATING AND UPDATING THAN MOVING . DONE RIGHT , SMALL TWEAKS CAN ADD VALUE TO YOUR HOME AND THE KEY TO A SUCCESSFUL REVAMP IS SIMPLE : KEEP IT TASTEFUL AND KEEP IT CURRENT . WE ' VE LISTED SOME OF 2017 ' S MOST POPULAR INTERIOR DECORATING TRENDS TO INSPIRE YOU .
MID-CENTURY MODERN
Remember the surfboard-style coffee tables and stylish Eames recliners of the early 1960s ? Decades after mid-century modern decorating first caught the attention of the public in the late 1950s and early 1960s , it ' s making a comeback . Of course , you ' ll need a hefty budget to outfit your home with real Herman Miller furniture , but more affordable replicas from brands like Ikea and Muji make this a surprisingly wallet-friendly trend to latch onto .
SMART APPLIANCES
Smart appliances have transformed from a far-fetched technological fantasy into a reality over surprisingly little time . From clever thermostats to Wi-Fi-connected fridges , a home isn ’ t modern without a bit of top tech . The June ‘ Intelligent Oven ’ uses a built-in computer for optimal cooking allowing your oven to know what you ’ re cooking and how to cook it best , and the Nest smoke detector - which is as dependable as a normal smoke and carbon monoxide indicator - can alert you to problems through your phone , too .
‘ WARM ’ METALS
Stainless steel may look sleek and stylish , but it lacks personality and can come across as a bit ‘ cold ’. This year , warmer metals like bronze , copper and gold are making a big comeback – in countertops and kitchen appliances , as well as in painting and wallpaper .
STATEMENT MIRRORS
Hot on the heels of Scandi-style minimalism , the humble household mirror has made a massive interiors comeback this year ; from eye-catching modern mirrors to the old fashioned or avant-garde , they ’ re a great shout for adding some unique style to rooms with light , minimalistic decorating and limited natural light . We love this Loopie Mirror ( above ), £ 225 from www . in-spaces . com .
‘ GLAMILY ’ ROOMS
‘ What on earth is a glamily room ?’, we hear you cry . Well , traditionally , family rooms have been viewed as anything but glamorous . ‘ Glamily ’ rooms , therefore , combine the function and cosiness of a family room with a touch of glamour – think beautiful but hard-wearing materials and wipe-clean designer fabrics . Find brands that offer contemporary furniture in performance fabrics then mix and match quirky accessories such as mirrors , lamps and tables with splashes of luxury in the form of cushions and throws .
MOSAIC TILES
While mosaic tiles have never fallen out of fashion , they ' ve increased in popularity over the past year and are now a staple in the bathroom , kitchen and even in the living room . Versatile , eye-catching and affordable , tiles are also easy to install , making them a great home DIY project . As well as popular materials such as marble , ceramic and glass , today ' s mosaic tiles come in a variety of exciting materials and polished concrete is one of 2017 ' s hottest choices .
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