What's Hot? BIDA predicts up and coming trends for 2008
Published on:05/12/2007
As 2007 draws to a close, the British Interior Design Association (BIDA) takes a moment look ahead to see what’s predicted for 2008.
After a year where grey has been the colour en vogue, 2008 is predicted to be filled with bolder brighter shades such as lime greens and aubergine. Big bold damask patterns will remain popular in monochrome and in colour for added drama.
The eco-storm of 2007 shows no signs of abiding; trends for sustainable products and carbon neutral installations will be strong themes in 2008. Watch out for more inventive and innovative use of recycled and reformed materials such as linoleum, concrete and bamboo often in the least expected places.
George Bond, Regional Director of the BIDA comments: “Create an eco-friendly living space by investing in recycled home furnishings which will have a minimal impact on the environment.”
Susan Llewellyn of Susan Llewellyn Associates agrees: “Ecologically friendly materials are continuing to be in great demand. The beauty in natural materials lies in their imperfections and the result is ideally suited to family homes.”
On the opposite end of the spectrum, comes the continued love of bling. Metallic and crystal will be strong themes, and it will no longer be considered extrovert to appear shiny, luxurious and new. Sophistication will be personified by an extravagant use of luxury materials, counteracted with charcoal grey and black to create balance.
From the bold, to the sumptuous decadence of the burlesque, the rise in the popularity of cabaret in 2007 has evoked a strong trend towards the draped effect and oversized furniture reminiscent of the twenties. Fabrics and upholstery are luxurious depicting the opulence of the time.
“There will be a feeling of the twenties in 2008, with fashion cabaret and burlesque styles being reflected in interior design,” states Susan Llewellyn. “I also predict that 2008 promises to be a very exciting year; one which I feel will interior design will be able to push the creative boundaries.”
The BIDA promotes high standards throughout the interior design profession, encouraging and fostering proven design ability. The BIDA website is widely used as a search engine and database tool to find the interior designers of the highest calibre.
British Interior Design Association (BIDA), Tel: 020 7349 0800, www.bida.org
For further information, please contact:
Baba Hobart, Sarah Sutton or Helen Edwards
Parker Hobart Associates
Tel: 020 7584 1744
E: baba@parkerhobart.com; sarah@parkerhobart.com; helen@parkerhobart.com
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