Though it may seem counterintuitive to their nature, trend forecasters at the recent High Point Market agreed that the era of major shifts in“What’s happening in trends is as opposed to a revolution, we’re not seeing any big sweeping changes,” said Patti Carpenter, global brand ambassador at Maison & Objet. “On the heels of the pandemic we certainly saw some things that were more big shifts coming down, but we’re seeing things settle down, and you’re seeing a lot more evolution.
“We want to cross-pollinate information from different fields together, promoting interdisciplinary thinking that marries science, technology and the arts together to create better experiences within the field of design,” said Suchi Reddy, founder, Reddymade Architecture and Design.The pandemic-inspired desire to cultivate a home that feels like a haven for wellness and health continues to dominate the design world, influencing everything from colors to materials and production practices.
“The blues are a big area in terms of color — we call it the blue wave,” Carpenter said. “Turquoise has gotten bluer, teals are going more blue — you’re seeing this blue infusion.”Neutrals get more complex, with casts of gray, blue, green and other hues adding a richness and versatility. Carpenter pointed to a shade she calls “frosted moss,” which is a gray-green color she sees as a neutral.
“We’re focusing on core groupings with neutrals sprinkled in,” she said. “Which is a very interesting conversation for North America since we’re so reliant on neutrals for design. It will be interesting to see how this color cycle is evolving and becoming a little more chromatic.”Drawing on the rise of sustainability and an increased interest in craftsmanship, metals have grown in importance for the home.