Home Decor Trends 2011
 excerpts from Canada Florist Magazine

 

 BLUE - Blue is making waves in 2011 as the trend colour of the year with shades crossing the spectrum from turquoise, indigo and cobalt to the deepest navy. Any home can be infused with a sense of calm and depth that blue evokes.

ARCHITECTURAL - Sculptural pieces of furniture and accessories with clean lines and graphic shapes are a current design favorite. Contemporary pieces in white or even punchy red are the essentials of modern elegance.

FOLKLORIC - The new haute folk style is a reinterpretation of ethnic and global influences. Simple shapes come to life with embellishment, such as embroidery and other hand-sewn details. Flowers, birds, and fruit are the prominent motifs in this charming look.

NEW UTILITY - This industrial style, popularized by people living in reclaimed spaces, is all about utility chic. Exposed parts and simple materials like wood, and steel define the look. Pieces of artwork that reference vintage signs are an inexpensive way to add personality and a sense of history to a room.