Design in White

Design in White

Thursday, January 27, 2011

The White Aesthetic Of 2011


In the coming year, white will become the focal point rather than backdrop. This trend embodies a move away from exuberance and excess, and toward more simple and honest appearances. The result: clarity, grace and a sense of serenity in tumultuous times.

We’ll see more monochromatic, semi-plain decors with clean lines, no clutter and minimal structural effects.
Technology and hand-tooling will be used to add dimension and texture, generating depth and visual interest.
Homage will be paid to strong and classic interpretations of architecture, and not overly masculine or feminine.
Woods, if used, will be pale or dark, grainy and textured.

We’ll see a resurgence of classic white marble in the kitchen and bathroom, often featuring the European prefence for thicker, solid edges.
Stone will be present in various textures and face finishes for a tone-on-tone dimensional effect.
Classic polished stone materials will be tumbled for a new look.

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