Recently, we spoke about how post-modern design was a response to modernism. As such, what we see today is the re-imagining of individual preferences. A contemporary understanding of design styles is preferable, but only if it works for you and what you want. We look at five unique design styles and add insight into how our Innovus collection enhances your home.
Transitional Interior Design Style
Since we live in an age of limitless choice, transitional styles remain one of the most popular options in today’s design world. Defined as the “happy medium” of interior design, transitional style, as the name suggests, utilises a combination of traditional elegance and contemporary lines and textures. Think of combining classic elegance with modern. Simple yet practical.
The transitional style also focuses on minimalism, where accessories are kept sparse and applied deliberately. A natural flow of the layout and the use of colour is also essential here. Accessorise, but be sure to think methodically. Take advantage of area rugs and use flow pillows practically. Utilise clean colours to form the backdrop. Transitional styles work best in hallways, landings and entrance ways.
Our unicolour selection enhances this style—especially when combining clean whites and creams with darker hues.
Rustic Interior Design Style
When you think rustic, you think rugged, woody, and earthy. A style that invites a sense of natural beauty. The rustic design highlights organic elements from wooden sculptures and tables to stone floors and plant life. The appeal places less emphasis on clean lines and clinical structures but one that allows the rustic elements of your accessories to stand out.
Whether it’s an imperfection in a wooden table or a subtle build-up of rust in metalwork, the idea is to celebrate the character of your pieces first and foremost. You will need to incorporate elements that are enhanced by natural light, the glow of a warm fire, or those that blend well with organic plant life.
When considering our Innovus collection, our Woodgrain category truly excels. From warm and subtle décors such as Aurora to Kingswood’s rich and enticing textures, Innovus’ Woodgrains exude rustic charm.
Industrial Interior Design Style
The industrial design style is trendy by modern standards, yet no novice. It has been around since the inception of urban spaces, particularly in big cities and developed areas. One can track its beginning as far back as the close of the second industrial revolution when many factories shut down and left empty buildings in their wake. As the population grew, city planners converted many of these spaces into residential properties, which soon became neighbourhoods.
The essence of industrial style is the love of all things. Well, industrial. It contrasts the intimacy of rustic design and exudes a sense of solid and masculine textures. Expect exposed piping, eye-catching overhead beams, and metal ventilation ducts. Raw and unfinished furnishings with rigid exteriors make for perfect accessories.
Undoubtedly, the Innovus’ Fantasies category is designed with an industrial style direction. From Foundry’s relaxed yet foreboding style to the lacquered appeal of Urban Steel, this category defines a sense of architectural development.
Eclectic Interior Design Style
The word “eclectic” in interior design is defined as combining a broad and diverse range of materials and sources. It is a more meticulous approach to design than one might think and incorporates a collection of carefully curated pieces which enhance a rich and cultural home interior. However, there are a few key features which identify this design direction.
While some may confuse eclectic style as a haphazard collection of “anything goes”, there is a fine line between layered or collected and busy or distracting. Be careful and methodical if you consider incorporating this style into your design. Stick to neutral colour palettes and be sparing with accented colours. Balance colour and texture while inviting a worldly appeal into your home interior with accessories.
Undoubtedly, Innovus’ Unicolour selection provides the perfect backdrop to your eclectic style.
Minimalist Interior Design Style
When you think minimalism, frequently, innovation may direct you to a more contemporary approach to interior design. Inspired by Japanese design trends, minimalism has one core philosophy – Less is more. The idea is to be as simplistic as possible, avoiding complicated lines, utilising pure forms, and applying clean, stand-out finishes.
Minimalism employs neutral colour schemes and a few accented colours of primary origin. Feel free to match yellow or red with shades of grey. Make sure to communicate with patterns and focus more on texture. Incorporate the philosophy of less is more into your furniture and purchase practical and functional pieces. Pieces that double as storage solutions are golden; the more space you clear up, the easier it is to achieve this style. If you’re not a fan of empty spaces, this design style isn’t for you.
The versatility of our Unicolour range combined with our Fantasies is the perfect starting point for any minimalist interior design.
Think timeless; choose practically
Styles change, and trends come and go, but defining what works and switching up a combination of different styles requires understanding derivatives. All styles, in one way or another, are a derivative of what came before. Some may enhance, while others purposefully contrast.
From industrial to modern and rustic, whatever your preference, we have the design style and décor to enhance, uplift, and breathe new life into your home interior.
Take a look at our various distributors and affiliates:
The Building Centre, The Kitchen Specialist association, The Green Building Council, and The African Institute of Interior Design Professions.
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