Living in Florida, you already know the “Sunshine State” is a spectacular place to live. The warm weather and gorgeous beaches are just a small part of what makes living in Florida so great—but they are also a tremendous inspiration for interior design!

Colors

Soft, sweet, and just a bit tart, peach and apricot are the dominant hues in the home trends color forecasts.  Pantone declared Peach Fuzz its color of the year, and Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute describes it as “a color radiant with warmth and modern elegance.” The color can be easily paired with neutrals and naturals and is suitable for textures and patterns.

 

Metals

That’s right – chrome, steel, and aluminum are suddenly emerging everywhere, providing a distinctly surrealist aesthetic: gleaming surfaces that resemble the shiny sinew of liquid mercury. Look out for bright aluminums and silver gaining popularity after years of gold and black dominating metal hardware and accessories. However, some may prefer the richness of a brushed chrome or nickel, as they give a more polished and sophisticated look

 

Romance

Romanticism isn’t just for the 19th century—or the 1980s. Romantic design is more than the clichéd embodiment of Valentine’s Day aesthetics. Botanical inspirations are creeping into all textiles. This design trend is a celebration of love, nostalgia, and savoring life’s simple pleasures. Shoppers will gravitate towards juicy-hued goods, from bedding and throw pillows to candlesticks to help add a romantic warmth to their homes.

 

Don’t miss this year’s Palm Beach Home Design and Remodeling Show to get inspiration and speak to the pros!

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