Regardless of whether you follow trends or strive for a timeless look, it's worth keeping an eye on the current trends. Some of them continue to develop and remain popular for years. Like the Nordic living trend, for example, which has been with us for years and continues to surprise and delight. Every season new collections and catalogs come onto the market, influenced by new trends. Here are the key home trends for Fall/Winter 2018-2019 that we should pay attention to in the coming months. Read on and you will find that many of them offer an opportunity to complement the existing furnishings with suitable accessories and thus create a new, harmonious overall impression. This means that you don't have to redesign your entire home stylistically, but simply add well-thought-out accents. From trendy colors to interesting patterns and decorations - it's so easy to bring a breath of fresh air into your own four walls.
Living trends 2018: Everything about the forest
This autumn, intense berry, wood and blackberry tones dominate. This look perfectly captures the change of season as the colors of the landscape change.
Another key element is layering chunky knits. On Pinterest the search is in the section “Giant knitting” increased by 200 percent. This truly fall trend is all about hibernation and creating a happy home.
Colors:Rust brown, plum and wine red
Materials:Wool, chunky knits, country-style tablecloths and linens, and rough-hewn wood
Warm plum and cool blue tones are combined with delicate lilac and neutral gray tones to create a cozy winter ambience.
Everything about the forest conveys a special atmosphere. The trend also includes forest animals, in very different versions. The big hero is the pretty forest hare. From lighting to decorative bedding and tableware, bunnies are a popular motif for fall/winter 2018-2019.
It's also worth noting that dried flowers are also a rising trend on Pinterest.Dried flower arrangementsare a great way to bring a touch of nature into your home.
This trend has a big impact and looks very stylish and cozy. It is a modern development of the popular Scandi look. Different textures are combined together to add depth to the overall look and create an inviting space. What's new in the home trends for fall/winter 2018-2019 is the introduction of varied patterns and colors.
A soft, pastel color palette for accessories and furniture is the secret weapon against long, dark winter months. Light woods and soft textiles are particularly highlighted by dark colors.
Colors: Lavender, sage green, rose and creamy white
Materials: Leather, stone and ash wood/bleached wood
Nuances of lavender, rosé and sage green appear fresh and spring-like, but also dominate the cozy living trends in autumn and winter. With rose-colored glasses we can get through the winter in a relaxed manner.
From Moroccan leather poufs toIkat Fabrics,The Scandi look is enhanced this season by ethnic patterns. However, the most important colors remain the soft pastels that reinforce the Nordic mood. Tassels and pompoms decorate the accessories and convey a playful lightness.
Cozy trends with ethnic flair
Oriental, Mexican, African – the globally inspired ethnic patterns are finding their way into our homes. The look welcomes the fusion of decorative ikat, paisley and intricate Indian block prints. Rich tones and rough textures are typical of the authentic ethnic style, which brings a nomadic feel to the home.
This look is all about attention to detail. Think hand-dyed textiles in rich earthy colors, handmade pottery, tassels, pompoms and macrame.
Colors: Ochre, umber brown, terracotta, turquoise
Materials: Earthenware, woven textiles, basketry and rope goods
The authentic, rich color palette that characterizes this trend makes the living space feel warm and inviting. Like a comforting hug that wraps us during the cold winter months. Natural earth pigments such as ocher and umber brown have been used by artists around the world for generations.
The glamor living style is celebrating a revival in 2018
Velvety seating, baroque cushions and chandeliers – the glamor living style thrives on fabrics and furniture that exude a touch of decadence. Here the living room becomes a salon where you can enjoy a cocktail hour. A modern serving trolley and elegant cocktail glasses are a must.
Lights with a minimalist design can be perfectly combined with furniture with decorative rounded shapes in the Art Deco style. Materials such as brass, marble and velvet appear noble and set elegant accents in the living area. This trend supports “maximalism,” where “more” is the ultimate goal.
Colors: old pink, ocher and old gold.
Materials: velvet, marble, brass and smoked glass
Traditional and modern craftsmanship
Experience the beauty of craftsmanship! Natural wood, coarse weaves, rattan and wicker are popular. This trend, based on the beauty of imperfect surfaces, brings natural materials and loving details to the fore.
In a world that strives for perfection, this trend is important to remind us that imperfections are beautiful and cannot be avoided. This trend will intensify in spring 2019.
Colors: Light gray, off-white, beige, anthracite, orange, berry red
Materials: earthenware, wool, jute and rattan
The color palette is neutral, the walls are designed in Mediterranean or rustic wall paneling with a plaster and stone look. This creates the perfect backdrop for natural materials such as rattan and wicker. Accessories and surfaces that feel pleasant increase coziness. Painterly brushstrokes on textiles, artwork and pottery are commonly seen.
This living trend conveys a touch of realism that is easy to live with. This is a good choice for modern family life, where everyday wear and tear simply enhances the authentic feel and natural beauty of this look.
