We can never know what the future will hold. However, I feel confident in saying…2014 will bring great design.
I am so excited and joyful about the clients I am currently working with. There are fabulous updates & remodels happening right in the Norfolk area!
Now is the time (in stores & at home), where we just packed away our Christmas decorations, and we’re ready for something new. From a refresh, to a rearrange, to an all-out remodel – now is a great time! It’s like “Christmas”, after Christmas in stores right now! Have you walked through Target or Hobby Lobby lately? So many new things on the shelves! I get so excited to see new decor (especially locally) – I am always inspired by a fresh display.
Right now is also a great time to do some online shopping. Many stores have a great selection of clearance to make way for the fabulous, new collections they are rolling out. Some of my favorites: West Elm, Pottery Barn, Ballard Designs, & Anthropologie.
Anyway, I’m getting off topic here. 2014: great design. I thought it would be fun to make a few predictions for 2014. Here are some trends I think we will be sure to see in 2014. Maybe even a few tidbits you would love to incorporate into your home for a fresh look this year!
1. Animals
Yep, it’s not just owls anymore. Stores are rolling out with wonderful animal-like accessories. I’m a fan. I’ve been saying for several months that I thought the next animal trend would be either foxes or rabbits. I’m seeing deer, foxes, rhinos, rabbits, birds, dogs… animals are in! And who doesn’t love animals? I love the whimsy of animal accents!
{Anthropologie - Cholet Hollow Vase}
{West Elm - Rhino Object}2. White
Target just introduced a new line called “White & Natural”. Rooms adorned with whites & neutrals have been hot for a while – and it doesn’t appear that the trend will cool off anytime soon. Think: white, wood grain, rope, linen, jute, cotton – gorgeous layers of milky & woodsy textures.
{Anthropologie - Arbor Curtain in Taupe}
{Target - White & Natural Collection}3. Geometric Patterns
In 2013, we saw chevron and ikat everywhere.
I predict 2014 will continue with bold, geometric patterns. Will the trend be tribal, mod, floral, lattice? My hope: all things bold… all of them!
{Pottery Barn - Shelby Rug}
4. Beautiful Organization
Let’s admit it. We have stuff. Lots of stuff. Too much stuff. I know I’m guilty. 2014 is the year to get organized, and do it beautifully! Pottery Barn has always been a leader in beautiful organization systems, and I think we’ll continue to see fabulous solutions to keep our things in order. We’re all more relaxed, productive, & happy in clean, organized spaces. From wonderful wall organizers to beautiful baskets, 2014 is the year for gorgeous order.
{Pottery Barn - Daily System Components in White}
{Pottery Barn - Kellan Cubby with Double Hook}Looking forward to a bold, bright, beautiful year!
-Rachel
