Whether your style is more industrial (opens in new tab), rustic (opens in new tab), glamorous (opens in new tab), Scandi (opens in new tab) or elegant (opens in new tab), there are some interior aspects we can apparently all agree on. From the latest trends to timeless staples that stand the test of time, these are the most sought-after design features in Britain.
NEON SIGNS
Your penchant for neon signs (opens in new tab) has made it's way into your favourite restaurant and cafe designs. Nowneon signs (opens in new tab)and even neon art (opens in new tab) have finally started popping up in the home too – with searches for neon signs on Pinterest up by 381% this year.
WES ANDERSON STYLE
Seeking inspiration from the director's scrupulously stylised film sets, from The Great Budapest Hotel's candy pink interiors (that inspired this Wes Anderson style bubblegum pink bar (opens in new tab)) to 1920's inspired patterns and posters, searches for Wes Anderson's style are up by 186% on Pinterest.
TERRAZZO
It's the stone that keeps on trending! The mixed material of the 70s is showing little sign of slowing down, with searches for Terrazzo (opens in new tab) on Pinterest up by 305%.
LINE ART
With searches for line art (opens in new tab) up by 120%, simple silhouettes are making up the minimalist's art wall – and the figurative art inspired illustrations and drawings are now also popping up on pretty plates, vases, rugs, cushions and even glassware (opens in new tab).
ULTRA VIOLET
Pantone's colour of the year Ultra Violet to lavender and mauve, interior ideas and styling is clearly going through a purple patch (opens in new tab) – with searches for the colour up by 2675%.
POSITIVE PADS
From colouring your bedroom happy to motivational workspaces, creating a space that boosts your mindset has moved up. From wallpaper manifestations and games to playful mini bars and prints, pins for positivity in home decor is up by 430%.
MAXIMALISM
More is more. Pinterest (opens in new tab) has seen a 121% increase in searches for maximalist interiors (opens in new tab). From kitsch to excessive colour, 2018 interiors are unapologetically over the top.
PERIOD FEATURES
Hardly a trend as such, but with 83% of us lusting after period properties, it seems that original period features are what's on everyone's wish list.
Original features and character have topped the list of property characteristics that Brits look for when buying a property, according to a survey published by DiscountFlooringDepot.co.uk. The topfive original features requested by home buyers are; original windows, feature fireplaces, real wood or tiled flooring, cornicing and ceiling roses, and original radiators.
-
-
10 of the best outdoor sofas that actually make it comfortable to spend time in your backyard
From plump sectionals to cozy loveseats, these 10 outdoor sofas pick up on the latest trends, while making your backyard more comfortable, too
-
IKEA's new heritage prints are an easy shortcut to make a room look expensive – at under $30
From bedding to curtains and everything in between, these floral fabrics nail the pattern trend
-
Black Friday furniture deals: these are the places we're most excited to shop at this year, at up to 80% off
Find the best places to shop for furniture deals this Black Friday, plus a curated pick of the Livingetc editors' favorite discount discoveries
-
Black Friday bedding deals you won't want to miss: up to 50% off luxury bedding
Upgrade your bedding and get ready to hit hibernation mode with our pick of the best Black Friday bedding sales, including discounts at Liberty, John Lewis, Amara, and more
-
The simple way to a more sustainable and stylish life with Fisher & Paykel
This incredible new tech saves time, energy and has become the washing machine you need to know about
-
Forget Cottagecore - Flora Fantasia by House of Hackney is Cottage hardcore
House of Hackney's Flora Fantasia collection blends the romanticised rural aesthetic with riotous punk elements
-
Bert & May's new hexagon tiles collection is tapping into one of this year's biggest micro trends
Tap into the microtrend for hexagon tiles and make myriad patterns with this new collection from Bert & May
-
Matthew Williamson’s tip for renovating a house on a budget is so simple, but incredibly effective
Renovating a house on a budget? See the savvy ways to control costs when managing an interior redesign
-
The fabulous new Matthew Williamson furniture collection is a cocktail of color and print
This decorative Matthew Williamson furniture is the beautiful result of collaboration with Roome London
-
Out & Out's new furniture collection is full of stylish storage solutions
This stylish storage will have your home organised in a jiffy - whatever its size
