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1. Soft Minimal : Iona Cheval Mirror by Russell Pinch, PHOTO James Merrell -
1. Soft Minimal : Starbucks Espresso Journey pop-up shop by Nendo for Starbucks, PHOTO Daici Ano -
1. Soft Minimal : La Transhumance chalet by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance, PHOTO Vincent Leroux -
2. Revived Grandeur : Topman personal shopping suite by Lee Broom -
3. Industrial Luxe : Noma restaurant by Space Copenhagen -
4. Nature reinvented : Truffle holiday home by Ensamble Studio -
5. Cultural Remix : Interior design by Rodrigo Almeida -
5. Cultural Remix : Potluck Restaurant by Lola Lely, PHOTO Damian Griffiths -
5. Cultural Remix : Float sofa by Karim Rashid for Sancal -
5. Cultural Remix : Chandlo dressing table by Doshi Levien for BD Barcelona Design -
4. Nature reinvented : SeeJo So 1 bench by Ayala Serfaty, PHOTO Elad Sarig -
4. Nature reinvented : Craftica stool by Formafantasma for Vendi -
4. Nature reinvented : Rain Tables by Andere Monjo for Mint Shop -
3. Industrial Luxe : Espresso Solo espresso machine by Shmuel Linski -
3. Industrial Luxe : Shin-Marunouchi Building Aesop store by Torafu Architects -
3. Industrial Luxe : Kami pots by Ett La Benn -
2. Revived Grandeur : Decanter light by Lee Broom -
2. Revived Grandeur : CT09 Enoki side tables by Philipp Mainzer for E15 -
2. Revived Grandeur : Public House installation by Lee Broom -
1. Soft Minimal : Tablefields table by Frederik Roijé
WORDS Chantel Hans
Last week at Decorex Cape Town, we attended the Design and Trend Forecast by Caesarstone, including Dion Chang and a report back from Eurocucina in Milan. Here are five hot trends that FranklinTill Studios identified as influencing the interior world going forward.
1. Soft minimal
This approach is one of understated simplicity and emotional connections. It is feminine and unobtrusive, and follows a new design philosophy that “form follows emotion”. Touches of blonde wood, marble, soft pastels and bronze give the strong mid-century influence a contemporary twist, resulting in an interior that is both calm and inviting.
2. Revived grandeur
Here personal luxury and artisanal wares are celebrated and juxtaposed in the most unexpected ways. Drawing influences from the late 18th century, this trend celebrates tradition and heritage in a fun, tongue-in-cheek way. It brings to mind the old gentlemen’s clubs with Mahogany wood, antiques and rich colours, while student collaborations bring a playful, but lush element to the mix. The resulting interiors are a showcase of the past connecting with the future.
3. Industrial luxe
Austere and utilitarian in approach, this style is concerned with honest, functional, well-made products and designs. It is sophisticated and monochromatic with various shades of grey. There is a strong Japanese Zen influence and metallics add some warmth to the otherwise Neolithic interior.
4. Nature reinvented
Imperfection and authenticity are major influences in this interior trend. Here designers mimic and sometimes even harness the power of nature to create new organic shapes and patterns. Inspiration is drawn from the process and geology, rather than living organisms. This can be seen in the prevalence of multifaceted jewel-like colours and textures. Nature meets technology in the form of new processes and is as raw as it is contained.
5. Cultural remix
Best described as an eclectic mixing pot, this approach is the most exciting. It is an increasingly hybrid style in which anything goes as long as it is well made, however, balance must be maintained in order to avoid the interior looking like a magpie’s nest of mismatched chaos. Drawing influence from Memphis, ethnic prints and craft methods, it a collection of bold colour, sophisticated motifs and new ways in which to experience old methods.
