Style File Forecast

10 Trends For Home Design

"Style File," a top 10 trend report was released today by World Market Center (WMC)and Sphere Trending. Along with the list, they also released a video hosted by Tym Desanto from HGTV's "Design Star." The trends were featured at the Las Vegas Market, the largest home design event, which is "flourishing as a vibrant, fashion-forward marketplace where manufacturers are launching their newest products and collections," WMC's VP of marketing and PR said, adding, “There were a number of trend-worthy introductions that took place during our summer market, and we wanted to put these styles into a useful context for retailers and designers who desire to stay ahead of the curve,” she said.

Here are the Top 10 Home Design Trends:

* Sweet Natured, with whitewashed finishes, weathered touches, sweet florals, cut and etched glass and limed oak.
* Space Race, with geometric angles, curves with motion, cheeky planetary-inspired designs, and futuristic finishes and fabrics.
* Florentine Formal, with rich, glowing woods, intricate scrollwork patterns, subtle damask prints, and warm finishes for metals.
* Function Added, featuring integrated features, functions that are hidden until needed, and elements that surprise and delight.
* Downsize Me! These innovative storage solutions have scaled-back sizing, sleek and tailored lines and uncluttered designs.
* Artisan, with complex and layered metal finishes, one-of-a-kind items, hand-crafted touches, authentic detailing.
* Authentically Green, as in sustainable woods, environmentally friendly fabrics, dyes and other materials, natural elements and organic products
* Modern Globalization, with influences coming from Asia, Africa, South America and, newest to the scene, Turkey.
* A Space of My Own. Sophisticated designs have touches of color and infusions of fun.
* Tradition with a Twist. Updated shapes retain traditional roots and mix fun with formality.
Trend Themes
1. Top 10 Home Design Trends - A list of home design trends including sustainable materials and hidden features creates opportunities for manufacturers, designers, and retailers to innovate and appeal to consumer preferences.
2. Function Added - The integration of hidden features and elements that surprise and delight in home design trends creates opportunities for technology companies to partner with furniture manufacturers.
3. Artisan - The popularity of one-of-a-kind items and complex metal finishes in home design trends creates opportunities for artisanal and boutique furniture manufacturers.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor and Furniture - The home decor and furniture industry in general will be influenced by these home design trends, as retailers and manufacturers strive to stay ahead of the curve and meet consumer demand.
2. Technology - The integration of hidden features and smart technology with home furniture creates opportunities for technology companies to get involved in the home decor and furniture industry.
3. Artisanal and Boutique Manufacturing - The rise in demand for one-of-a-kind and hand-crafted furniture items creates opportunities for small-scale artisanal and boutique manufacturers to enter the home decor and furniture market.

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