The fashion trends are no longer indicators of how we dress and decorate our homes. Eclecticism and contrasting styles govern the design of homes. More and more people develop a taste for mixing furniture opposing trends in home decor, combining contemporary furniture with exotic pieces and vintage things.
The uncertain economy, increased natural disasters, persistent war conflicts and terrorist threats have led to promote encapsulation isolation of people in their homes. This cocoon lifestyle gave the industry a burst of furniture and household items, as more and more people tend to seek entertainment and dinner in their homes instead of “going out”.
The “bud burst”, which originally started after the September 11, 2001, transformed the modern houses hiding in sanctuaries and family. Informal life remains the main issue in today’s furnishing, placing emphasis on home entertainment and casual dining.
Furniture and crockery
From modern furniture to the dishes, people look for objects that have a strong personal style. The trend towards informal life in modern furniture and contemporary furniture translates into mulch-purpose clear and neat designs, and the growth of seating furniture such as chairs and sofas extra long and curved.
Modern furniture today promoting family values, promote family entertainment, supports traditional values and generally helps people connect. Another notable trend in home decor is a return to the “formal” for special occasions. People tend to work hard in preparations for special occasions or dinner and spend more time selecting dinnerware, candles, photo albums, seasonal decorations and ways of tables. Another important modern furniture trend is sensuality which means luxurious fabrics, soft warm colors and simple shapes.
Many furniture point to the use of a particular group of single men. This means sleek, minimalist design, modern living room furniture and an emphasis on applications or multimedia applications. The flat screen TV entertainment centers accommodate high-tech and flat loudspeakers are incorporated into simple and spacious sofas, covered with dark cloth upholstery and design. This trend is reflected in unique furniture, including pieces that have functional uses. The extensive use of LED lighting technology can transform a coffee table in a futuristic object that changes color according to the situation.
Materials of current furniture
• Speaking of the materials used in modern furniture today, light woods still dominate. The oak, cherry and birch are the most popular woods, with rattan and bamboo ascent. Many woods are artificially stained to resemble exquisite tropical woods such as rosewood or mahogany. A painted face is often combined with a body plating. Stainless steel, polished or brushed aluminum, are used in combination with long satin glass and bold and colorful fiberglass.
• In upholstery, modern furniture designers prefer large refined and abstract patterns or sophisticated monochrome surfaces. Stripes and grids, such as flowers, are out of fashion. The most popular materials are wool, cotton and leather, while the wool felts are gaining popularity.
• The biggest feature of modern furniture is its understatement. Giorgio Armani, a clothing designer turned furniture designer says the subtle richness, not the most obvious beauty is most important is the design of contemporary furniture. Today’s furniture, like a beautiful woman, reveals itself over time.