For many of us a New Year means a fresh start, new
beginnings, and a good time to make changes. While January might symbolise a
time for new regimes and commitments, December is the month in which we can
prepare for them whether we are buying ingredients for a new diet, signing up
to a new class, or planning some redecorations.
When home decor has not been changed for a long time it is
amazing the difference that a fresh lick of paint can make, so the next
decision is: what colours should you choose? A New Year inevitably means new
trends, so what will be “trending” in the world of home decor in 2015? Here are
some examples to get you started…
Blues & greys
According to Lush Home, one of the key trends to look out
for next year is a surge in strong, dark blues and greys (as demonstrated in
this image from House to Home).
As you can see, deep blues and purples can create a
sophisticated, clean look which work particularly well if accessorised with
light grey lamps, pictures, vases, ornaments etc.
At Kent Blaxill you can find lots of diverse blue paints in
our Little Greene paint colours such as the LG
Paint Juniper Ash No.115 (below left), the Deep
Space Blue, or the lighter Blue Verditer (below right).
Caring for the
environment
The trend for caring for the environment will not stop in
2015 but will continue to be just as significant. Not only are businesses are
now legally required to incorporate a carbon emissions report into their annual
company reports, but increasingly companies and individuals are paying more
attention to their carbon footprint as a means of demonstrating good values
that consumers share.
Little Greene is devoted to creating paints in an
environmentally friendly way, using sustainable ingredients in the paints and
recyclable materials for the tins. Manufactured in the UK, Little Greene only
uses suppliers who share their eco-friendly policies.
Colour Blocking
Another important trend to look out for next year is colour
blocking: having large chunks of colour either on the walls or the furniture. E.g.
pale blue walls with large, vibrant, mustard-yellow or red sofas and chairs. Colour
blocking also works if one wall is painted in a vibrant colour while the others
are covered in a pale creamy tone.
If you’re looking for design inspiration for 2015, have a
look through our Little Greene paint range online. Please get in touch with any
queries.
