Whiteness

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.