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Posted: Thursday, November 17, 2016 10:30 pm Associated Press |
From wall colors to accessories, what design trends dominate decorating, and which decorating ideas are passing fads?
CHELSEA STRAIN
Painting walls gray and white open up various options for accent colors throughout the home. (Photo by Chelsea Strain)
Interior designers Jeanette Turk of Decorating Den Interiors in Baton Rouge, La., and Marisa Moore, owner of Interior Style in Chantilly, weigh in on what’s in — and what’s out — in home décor. WHITE AND GRAY WALLS: TRENDY
Gray and white walls remain the go-to neutral wall colors over beiges and tans, Turk said. “Everything is light, airy and bright. If you’re seeing dark colors, they’re navy blue on accent walls or in pops on textiles.”
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FORMAL LIVING ROOMS: NOT TRENDY More homeowners are opting to replace formal sitting areas with multipurpose rooms or home ol�ce spaces, according to Turk and Moore. “As more people work from home, they’re willing to spend more money on a dedicated home ol�ce rather than just a small chair and lap desk,” Turk said.
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Fresh and simple remain the ideal aesthetic as midcentury modern and transitional decorating ideas continue to gain popularity, Moore said. Get the look by combining
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