In an age where climate breakdown, resource depletion, and waste crises intersect, the conversation around materials is no longer niche. It is urgent, consequential, and central to the evolution of industries—from architecture and interiors to manufacturing and design. This is not about trivia; it is about survival. We’ve spent the last decade pursuing sustainability—minimizing damage, […]
Prints in Play: A Resurgence of Bold and Unapologetic Patterns
In the late 1800s, Vincent van Gogh managed to sell just one piece—out of the thousands he created. In his time, Van Gogh was considered odd. While others embraced soft bristles and muted tones, he immersed himself in bold brushstrokes and thick, impassioned layers of paint. Today, his works are valued as much as a lifetime. He stood firm in his principles, his emotions, his artistry—and now, there is no one like him, nor will there ever be.
As we approach a new decade in this 21st century, we’re seeing a resurgence of pattern and print. The era of commercial shapes, generic textures, and forgettable hues is fading. From walls to upholstery—even down to appliances—design is becoming daring, even ostentatious. And while this might feel new, it’s far from it. Decorative wall art traces all the way back to 3500 BCE Egypt, with the fresco—paint applied directly onto freshly plastered walls. Then, centuries later came the Renaissance: the Raphaelite imagery, the intricate chinoiserie, coveted by aristocrats. Fast forward again, and we have wallpaper— transforming spaces with character, setting them apart from the conventional.
Still, there’s a lingering hesitation: that these choices might be fleeting—trendy, even disposable. But don’t worry. For those who seek individuality like Van Gogh, 2025 is the time to be unapologetically different.
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Where to Add Prints in Your Home
Kitchen
We eat every day. Whether it’s home-cooked or takeout, every meal begins in the kitchen. And what could be more appetizing than a beautifully designed culinary space? Designs that echo your favorite Mediterranean delicacies or those Japanese desserts that you’ve always been craving—whether on your walls, countertops, or appliances—can inspire creativity in your table setting and make inviting loved ones over feel all the more special.
There are many areas in your home that you can decorate. It should reflect your unique tastes and personality. The purpose, your prints should make you feel joyous, proud, relieved; and not to impress anyone. That way, decorating your home would be worth the sweat, and will be more of a therapy.
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When it comes to color trends, Pantone’s annual color predictions are anticipated eagerly by design enthusiasts and professionals alike. These forecasts set the tone for the year ahead, infusing a sense of fresh beginnings, clean energy, and excitement of a new era. And for 2025, Pantone crowned its champion. Mocha Mousse is a rich, creamy […]
Before 2024 ended, color technology company Pantone declared Mocha Mouse as their color of the year for 2025. Channeling the luscious quality of chocolate and coffee, it’s the first shade of brown to earn the Color of the Year title since 1999. Various fields of the design industry, like fashion and media, found stylish and artistic […]
Bows, by convention, are a classic fashion accessory and gift accent. They are the chic cherry on top that makes any outfit or present look more polished and put-together. But did you know that they could also be the star of your holiday home? These graceful frills are stepping out of the gift-wrapping and wardrobe […]
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