for 2018 for 2018

Color

It appears that 2018 is escorting the soft grays, blues and greens out the door. Warm, creamy neutral paint colors are hot again.

“This year,” Zakovich shares, “You will see a resurgence of the neutral (brown, beige, and cream) palette in home decor.

Tone on tone or monochromatic interiors are also trending right now.”

But when it comes to your sofa, a bright pop of color is a popular choice. Home décor website Houzz shares that a bright sofa adds color and creates a focal point for the room, providing a warm burst of color against a neutral-toned wall.

Texture and pattern

When it comes to 2018 textiles, the bolder the better. “This year, textiles will showcase organic and abstract subject matters with lots of texture, geometrics and global influences,” Zakovich says. According to Houzz, bold graphic floral prints are also

Lighting as art

Have you ever thought of lighting as art? The right lighting adds a special touch that any interior designer worth her salt is trained to address. Sconces, lamps or fixtures can be modified to convey the perfect mood.

“Lighting is so important for every project and easily sets the mood of a room,” Zakovich shares. “With interest ing wall finishes such as a wall covering, I often add a lighting element for my cli ents. It can give visual interest and act as art for the entire wall.”

Website Houzz shares that vintage style light fixtures will be hot in 2018. Think pendant lighting, constructed from aged copper.

Accessories

Accessorizing your space is a way to display your personality and prefer ences to your guests. So, when it comes to accessorizing, you may want to skip the trends and stick with what speaks to your heart.

“Accessories,” Zakovich adds, “Are always the finishing jewels in a space. Whether it be art, sculpture or glass elements, it’s important to take the time to find pieces that mean something to you.”

Duluth

With all of these fresh new trends, what are customers in Duluth asking for? As it turns out, a little bit of everything!

“Duluth is a very eclectic community with a wide variety of architecture and design aesthetics,” Zakovich says. “Projects I’ve completed over the years have ranged from modern to traditional and everything in between.”

Where the pros find inspiration

Interior design professionals like Zakovich are always on the hunt for creative ideas. Some of her favorite go-to publications include Architectural Digest, Interior Design, Luxe Interiors + Design, and

Dwell.

But you certainly don’t have to look online to find what inspires you.

”Inspiration is everywhere,” she says. “Consider the local beauty of our region and the resources we have at our fingertips, such as artists and furniture makers. But mostly, when beginning a project I intently listen to the client’s vision. This is where the inspiration grows and builds from.”

Classics — Always in style

While it can be fun to experiment with home décor trends, you can never go wrong with the classics. And, above all, the best home decorating tip we can share is to stick to what works best for your family’s lifestyle.

“My design approach,” Zakovich says, “Is to find the best fit for my client and their home. This means putting emphasis on what is important to my client while maintaining a classic look that will endure the test of time.” 

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