INTERIOR INSPIRATION
BY KATE KINGSTON
Kate Kingston, Managing Director of Kingston Shaw, an award winning
interior design company with offices on the Wirral, London and Dubai,
shares with us the latest trends for creating the perfect home.
THE FUTURE IS SO BRIGHT WE ARE ALL WEARING SHADES!!!
Happy New Year Darling Reader, here’s hoping your festive season
was stylish and fun? So it is that time of the year when we cast our
runes on the marble table of prophecy to see what the year will hold
true for interiors, this is what they said would be the trends for 2020!
1. VELVET
Velvet may not be everyone’s cup of
tea, but it’s going to be steaming hot
and trendy in 2020. It’s the perfect
blend of luxury and comfort. When
most people think of velvet, they
often think about the old red velvet
upholstery of yesteryear. This year
and into the next, we are taking a
deep dive into velvet design options,
particularly for upholstery. And, the
colour options are wider than ever.
We are talking vibrant blues, pinks,
burnt orange and shades of taupe.
The possibilities for velvet furniture
in 2020 are endless.
Consumers and designers alike have heeded the call and have
demanded that more recyclable woods are used for furniture.
Organic materials are sourced and generally more consideration
is given to the design of our homes and offices in terms of
sustainability. Combining this ethos with natural plants not only
contributes to your home’s organic aesthetic but still promotes
a clean, environmentally friendly home. High tech houses were
in, but 2020 is all about getting back and giving back to nature.
Bedrooms and bathrooms are transformed into ethereal spaces
created by using rich earthy elements including metals, wood, and
stone.
Orange Velvet Stool
www.cultfurniture.com
2. CANOPY BEDS
There is something regal, luxurious and comforting about a canopy
bed. We have noticed that the trends for 2020 have more than a whiff
of nostalgia about them so it is no surprise to see a classic bed coming
back. One of the marvellous things about a canopy bed is that it can
create a serene or a dramatic environment within your room. Your bed
becomes an oasis of style and comfort. Canopy beds are great in any
bedroom, but you have to consider the size and frame of the bed to
avoid the look becoming heavy-handed and bulky. For a tester canopy,
you can choose to layer fabrics or incorporate a light breathable fabric
that still turns your ordinary bed into a lavish sleeping experience.
4. FEMININE DESIGN
Gone are the harsh lines of masculine design, the greys and inky
blues and welcome in fluid, curvaceous and textures, all that is
good about feminine, design. Think pink in dusky hues, putty and
blush, embrace the feminine and you will be bang on trend for
2020.
Cocktail Sofa, www.dunelm.com
Moroccan Four Poster Bed, www.getlaidbeds.co.uk
3. BIOPHILIA DESIGN
Biophilia is a relatively new trend that incorporates human design and
natural elements in a way that seems organic not manufactured. As
we learn more about our environment and try to be more sustainable,
we want to retain our luxury whilst not hurting our precious planet.
66 wirrallife.com
5. EARTH TONES
Our final trend takes a look at earth tones. The colours and
textures mimic that of wood, metals, and foliage found in nature’s
most basic elements that are regularly used in the making of
furniture and home accessories. Earth tones like rich forest greens,
taupe, and clay colours create a natural look that creates a zen-like
environment made for meditation and unwinding after a long day.