5 Design Elements I’d Like to See More Of

I’ve been feeling very inspired from an interior point of view lately and wanted to share some things that have me really excited! Click through to read about 5 design elements I’d like to see more of in the coming year. There are some really fun ideas and inspiration packed into this short post…

#1 : WALLPAPERED CEILINGS

I did this in our color blocked hallway and I’ve been seeing some gorgeous spaces with wallpapered ceilings floating around Pinterest lately. I’ll definitely be installing more of this treatment to multiple spaces in our new house.

Too often, ceilings are ignored and it’s an opportunity and extra plane we should be paying more attention to. Whether you dress it up with paint (like my previous bathroom), pattern, or millwork (more on that later in the post), it can really elevate a room and make it more interesting.

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#2 : ACTUAL COLOR

I preached about this in the 2019 predicted paint colors post and I stand behind my previous statement… I am 100% over boring white spaces and all things neutral. Let’s play with actual color, friends! It’s bold, beautiful, and a thousand times more unique than the same neutral space we’ve seen floating around the internet and social media a million times.

Stepping outside your comfort zone when it comes to color can be challenging, but it’s usually always rewarding. I’m certainly planning to insert a LOT of color into our current home with each room we renovate.

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#3 : LARGE SCALE LIGHT FIXTURES

This has been something I’ve had my eye on for awhile now, but I’ve noticed a growing trend in ceiling mounted light fixtures growing larger and larger… and I really like it. In this case, bigger is better. It certainly makes a statement, adds balance to a room, and almost takes on a three dimensional piece of art centering a space.

I also say bonus points should be awarded if you pair it with a sophisticated ceiling medallion… check out this roundup for lots of classic options!

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#4 : TAILORED WINDOW TREATMENTS

In our previous home, the windows did NOT allow for drapery (curtain) panels and I was pretty bummed about it. Their scale, shape, and size made them ideal for roman shades, but in this house, I’m excited to have a mix of all different types of window treatments. Regardless of the window treatment style, I’m obsessed with tailored and structured window treatments. They’re timeless, elegant, and will never go out of style. A bold stripe on a roman shade (like above), a pinch pleat or euro pleat drapery application (like below), or a classic material perfectly installed instantly makes a room feel luxurious.

If you’re curious (or clueless) about making window treatment selections, this post shares a complete guide! Hopefully it makes the process less daunting.

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#5 : MILLWORK

You know how I feel about millwork. Lots of people think of millwork and trim as an afterthought when renovating and it should really be one of the first things you plan. It’s part of the architecture and I’ll be the first to tell you- I’d rather splurge on millwork than accessories or other “post renovation” decor. It’s 100% worth the investment. In this house, there’s going to be much more millwork, and I’ll be doing tons of posts and tutorials about it… I’m pretty pumped to shed more light on that sometimes confusing topic. Hopefully it proves to be helpful! Stay tuned.

For even more inspiration, you can follow along on Pinterest. It’s hands down my favorite social media outlet and I spend more time in that space than any other (more than Instagram, Facebook, etc)… it just feels more productive and beneficial. It’s such a great resource and I feel like looking at my Pinterest boards is like peeking into my brain. Haha! But really.

What do you guys think about these 5 design elements I’d like to see more of this year? I wouldn’t call them “trends” because they’re not definitely not fads. As we wrap up the bathroom, my brain is already spinning with ideas and design plans for other spaces in the house! I can’t wait to share the finished reveal with you next week.