There are some decor trends that might be popular but
have been done to death. Would you rather adopt a design for your home
that is popular but overdone or create your own style statement? The top
five interior decor trends that is either overhyped or outdated.
Greyscale, white furniture and bling are some of the elements that have
been repeatedly used and are better avoided.
Decor trends come and go only to come back
again, much like fashion trends. However, how do you know which trends
to choose for your home and which ones to let go of? While your home
should represent your personality, it is good to have some expert
guidance to ensure that you do not just follow the herd and end up with a
house that screams passé or outdated. Following are the five design
trends that experts believe your home can do without:
Bling
Most people have a
fascination for shiny objects, be it in furniture, colour of the walls
or fixtures. Some believe that shiny elements are associated with wealth
and glamour. However, more often than not, excessive use of shiny
objects in home decor can make your home look tacky. Today’s age is more
about subtle elegance and muted sophistication. You do not need shiny
artifacts to garner attention especially when they may take draw the
focus away from your tasteful decor elements. Avoid using bling as much
as possible in your interiors. If you really cannot resist glitter,
shimmer and shine, try keeping it restrained to accent pieces such as
cushion covers to avoid turning your home into a disco.
Bulky multi-purpose cabinets
Most Indians have at least one such piece in
their home. One furniture item that holds everything including TV, sound
system, crockery, trophies, books and photographs, this trend is still
common in India. However, in the age of minimalism, multi-purpose
cabinets seem very outdated. That these days sleek are the norm and less
is more. Such bulky units take up a lot of space and are hard to clean
regularly with all the things we keep stocked up in them. This is one
trend that is long past its age.
Shades of grey
Grey and its various tones have taken the design
world by storm. This is one trend design experts are seeing everywhere
and, in some homes, in everything. While this is a popular trend, warns
that too much of anything can turn even the most beautiful of trends
into a tacky fad. Too much of grey will make your home look boring and
lifeless. Use grey in moderation and try to break the monotony by using
different textures. Grey can be used as an accent colour or to balance
an eclectic home.
White furniture
This is one trend that highlights wealth, even more
than bling does. However, white furniture, especially white upholstered
furniture, looks good only in catalogues or in rich households with
staff dedicated to keeping it spotless in regular and normal homes,
white furniture is highly impractical as it will get stained in no time,
thanks to kids, pets, pollution and clumsy family members or guests. If
you really want to include white furniture, opt for those that are
painted white instead of those made with white fabric.
Table and sofa covers
Do you remember the plastic covers that we had on our
tables to protect them from spills? What about the frilly and lacy
covers on the back of the sofa and the armrests? They belonged to the
90s, and are best left there. Clean furniture is great but use of
plastic in home decor as a trend has died long ago. If you still have a
cover on your table or sofas, throw them right away. It might be
practical but it is outdated and creates a very cheap impression on your
guests. Showing off your fabulous furniture is the 'in thing right now.
If you want some coverage, go for colourful throws on your light
coloured sofas and place mats for the table.
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