Well it’s that “day” of the year again #love, when we all overload on everything red, beautiful flowers and various types of chocolate surprises…but for those more interested in “one of a kind homes” check out my house spotting find in Wales last October…Sending a different kind of #love this year! Lots of color and creativity but no chaos!
Trending at retail, in restaurants and in many homes these days is a sensibility I call “Rustic Glam” It’s a mix between “glam and raw materials”. Best to think of this style as “the new industrial” something I have been talking about for the past two years!
Coming off of a two week trend and research trip both overseas as well as in the states…I really am enjoying this universal sensibility and style.
The first photo is a great example of using metallic accents as the “glam” against wallpaper that has a more rustic style…shown here from the KBIS Show last week in Las Vegas!
The next photo was taken in Germany at the Heimtextil Show which received 615 likes on my HGTVHOME Instagram!
The brick, mirror and light fixture are from a very groovy resturant that I visited while art directing our HGTV photo shoot for HSN IN Tampa…called “Oxford Exchange” located downtown at 420 West Kennedy Boulevard!
Yes, it’s in the mix and this season it’s refreshing to see different substrates
like wood, metal, sequins and texture working together in the home.
Enjoy the mix and “make it your own” by combining techniques and textures that are inspiring!
Happy Designing!!!
Self expression is in and by today’s standards we all have a lot more to say. With the rise of social media and DIY influences, text, type and textiles are a form of self expression!
Some might choose to have a massive blackboard (chalk paint is awesome) as an accent wall so each day personal notes or sayings are updated…while others are digitally printing fabric with personalized statements and using as dec pillows to update their design aesthetic!
Whatever the case may be we see a resurgence in self expression and type, text and textiles seem to be an update outlet for creativity!
Traveling to Paris this time of year is a bit ” chaotic” because of my schedule….my trip started in Germany for Heimtextil…then to Las Vegas for KBIS and now Paris for Maison&Objet.
I thought the chaotic part would be the aftermath of the Charlie Hebdo and Supermarket tragedy but the French are standing united and the streets of Paris are busier than ever!
The sadness is surrounded by love and support for France by many countries!
My trip was filled with passion from all aspects…people, products and productivity! Local conversation was upbeat and engaging, products at Maison & Objet were fresh and forward thinking and in the small amount of time I spent in Paris…I was able to accomplish everything I set out to do!
Feeling blessed traveling as much as I do for business and loving that I can share my finds with all of you! My next few posts will focus on my trend updates for HGTV and of course my design studio in NYC, Design Works International! Thanks for the follow:)
Finally, manufacturers that actually get it…today’s design is about tomorrow future!
Returning from an aspirational design show such as Maison Objet in Paris really makes one think about the future of design around the globe! Guess what all…it’s not about the size of your company anymore…it’s the “content that counts”!
Yep, you heard it here first….great to see the smaller manufacturers “killing it” at the show because their brand was “Trend Right” NOT trendy!
When a brand speaks to the consumer the way that Dasras did it allows people to buy exactly what they want without making it themselves…think DIY folks…how can your brand look a bit more “home made” at a retail level. The consumer today is looking for a connection to, for and with a product…
Off to Maison & Objet, the largest and most aspirational home product show in the world. Designers, as well as creative manufacturers gather to show their latest and greatest products for the home.
Most trade shows feel endless and overwhelming but I can promise there is No Chaos here…just color and creativity.
I will be posting on colorchaosand creativity all weekend with lots of updates from Paris AND you can follow me on Instagram @nancy_fire @hgtv @hgtvhome
Wow…what a week for covering trends at Heimtextil in Frankfurt Germany….KBIS in Las Vegas….where I presented Trends for HGTV….and now onto Paris to Maison & Objet!
For the latest trends in Paris over the next week follow me on Instagram @nancy_fire @hgtv @hgtvhome
Posting from KBIS in Las Vegas and I fell in love with these amazing tiles from Walker Zanger. The dimension and texture in each of these patterns is incredible!
So nice to see the resurgence in detail at The Kitchen and Bath Show (KBIS) in products like tile, flooring and in overall design aesthetic.
Wow…what a busy week at Heimtexil in Frankfurt Germany! I love when I find products that still have that connection to art and illustration…check out these children’s graphics on bedding. The color…LOVE…the technique…Love…the creativity…Love!
No chaos here, just refreshing product that looks updated and fresh!
More color and creativity to come as I am at KBIS in Las Vegas today and tomorrow and off to Maison&Objet in Paris for the weekend!
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