Last weekend’s Wall Street Journal (July 20-21) had an article about dated decor trends and, of course, I had to read that!
- Accent walls (Agree)
- Jetted tubs (Agree) But they replaced it with a shower only! Showers are, of course, the most used, but in luxury homes, the master also includes a tub. For those that love baths, this can even be the priority so locate it where you are comfortable for bathing Ensure the tub is not a hazard to enter! Showers? Make them large enough that no curbing is needed, just a glass panel.
- Vessel sinks (Disagree) They were always just a novelty! Undermount for minimalist and high use areas then mix it up with self-rimming sinks in the powder or guest areas.
- Tuscan yellow walls (Agree) But with 20’ ceilings all white is too boring. So mix it up with some variety!
- Yellow toned oak (Agree) Paint it out. It is so boring to have the kitchen cabinetry repeated anywhere else. Mix it up with compatible wood tones and paint.
- Trapezoidal islands (Agree) Anyone with design sense knows angles have no place in anything well done!
- Automation (Agree) If it doesn’t work most of the time, go back to off and on switches. You knew you were in trouble when you needed an installer for set up! If you can’t set it up yourself, you can’t keep it working.
- Shutters (Totally Disagree) Shutters afford you control of view, light, privacy. They last forever and insulate from heat. If you have a view, you can stack them on the sides, add draperies or drop-down shades of various sorts. But for many other situations, shutters are great!
- Stainless steel refrigerators (Agree) Blend that massive appliance in with the adjoining colors.
- Subway tile (Agree) Now that’s just boring!
Some good news!
- They have vintage rugs as the best option! We have been giving them away and I knew they would make a comeback. Hopefully you saved your favorites or picked up some additional rugs at great prices!
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