Modern style in the living room - trends of 2018

The current year is ending, and with it the previous trends in various areas of our lives go away. Soon there will be not only a change of seasons, weather conditions and the onset of long-awaited holidays, but also continuous metamorphoses that constantly replace each other in the field of design of residential interiors will become more obvious. Of course, designers do not incline us to a radical change in the appearance of their home, but for those who are planning to repair or even a small reconstruction of an apartment or house, it is better to be aware of the latest trends. After all, every owner wants to see his home not only convenient, comfortable, beautiful, but also fashionable, stylish, modern, designed using innovative materials and ways to create various interior items.

About what new trends in interior design appeared at the end of this season and will be relevant in the future, we suggest that you learn from examples of design projects of living rooms that we have assembled in different parts of the world. It is the living room that is considered the main room in the house or apartment, it is here where family gatherings take place and guests are welcome, here you can relax and unwind, gain strength for new achievements. The living room in the new season is a cozy room with the maximum level of personal comfort, harmonious, but at the same time incredibly functional.

At all recent exhibitions on interior design, one could see the clear primacy of the well-being motive, which can be translated as “well-being”. It is not surprising that in the era of total Internet, innovation, the incredible influence of various media resources, virtual communication, we increasingly need to create the most cozy, comfortable and warm interior in all respects. The living room of 2018 is designed to become just such a quiet refuge for minds full of information and tired of the constant flickering of advertising eyes. But in pursuit of the latest innovations in the design of residential spaces, it is important not to lose your own flair, to maintain individuality and emphasize personal preferences, and not to blindly follow the algorithm for creating the interior of a modern living room.

The concept of comfort for everyone individually. To relax, it is enough for someone to immerse themselves in a quiet atmosphere with a neutral decoration, for others, emphasis is necessary - both in the interior and in the atmosphere of the surrounding space. But the designers tried to create a trend that many people will like, to one degree or another, will satisfy their needs and reflect stylistic preferences in a compiled design project. The motive of "well-being" in their understanding is associated with a return to the roots, sources. That is why in the latest living room projects so much attention is paid to creating a truly warm atmosphere through the use of simple and concise solutions, in some cases with a rustic touch.

Natural materials, a family hearth, the warmth of home coziness and comfort, soft and fluffy fabrics, pleasant and natural color schemes - all these motifs of a modern style are literally created for the design of living rooms. If in order to create a warm atmosphere in a modern room you need to install an old chest of drawers or put covers with handmade lace on sofa cushions, then in the new season you can do this without hesitation. Recent trends in the design of residential spaces allow active decoration, which has long been denied by the minimalist moods of modern styling.

If we talk about the most popular color option for wall decoration in the living room of the coming season, there will be no surprises - all shades of white are still the perfect backdrop for any furniture and decor. Light walls help not only visually increase the volume of the room, but also create a light, laid-back image of space. In addition, in a room with snow-white walls, it is easiest to use a design technique for emphasizing - painting one of the surfaces in a bright color.

The combination of a snow-white tone with wooden surfaces is still relevant. Opposite materials in terms of color temperature will create a harmonious union due to the fact that the white tone blends perfectly with any color and textured version of the planes. The natural pattern of wood will help to bring warmth to a fairly cool snow-white image.

Contrasting combinations (in which white predominates) are still relevant for creating a modern living room design. Not only black and white combinations can decorate your interior and make it more dynamic. You can combine the white tone with dark gray (graphite), the color of dark chocolate, a very dark, deep burgundy shade. The interior is always clear, constructive, concise and structured.

Gray color and its many shades do not cease to be mainstream in the design of residential spaces. The living room of 2018 is no exception. The practicality, versatility and incredible harmony of this color allows you to use it in a variety of combinations, combining with white, dark tones and bright spots of accents. Gray color will be relevant for the execution of both furniture solutions and materials for decoration.

If we talk about the organic combination of the popular color palette with a soft pleasant glow, then elements from copper, brass and even gilding will help to ensure it. If you like the silver look, but give preference to matte variations of the interior, rather than chrome (shiny). Brass and copper are attractive with its light, slightly reddish glow that brings notes of mystery and magic to any interior. These alloys are easy to imagine in a company with a variety of wood species. A touch of luxury amid a modern setting will be ensured.

If we talk about textiles, then the most popular material will be plush. Its varieties can literally fill the space with warmth and comfort. A pleasant touch, warmth and attractive aesthetics of velvet and velor will help to bring luxury and elegance to the interior of the living room. Almost all variations of plush have a subtle characteristic shine that will give gloss even to the most modest and concise room. Initially, only very wealthy people could afford the luxury of using velvet or velor in the decoration of the main room of the house (as a rule, for upholstery of upholstered furniture). Currently, plush looks great as an upholstery for modern models of sofas and armchairs, ottomans and pouffes, as a material for the backs of classic chairs.

The long pile and fluffy fabrics will also become integral companions of modern living room design projects. It is these elements that bring warmth and coziness to the decor of the common room, become favorite touch surfaces. Whether it is a carpet with a long pile or a cover for a chair - a comfortable and very homely atmosphere of the living room will be provided for you.

The leather upholstery of upholstered furniture does not go out of fashion. The material is too practical and versatile to be easily debited. Most often, leather (or its qualitative analogue) is used in warm, natural shades - from dark chocolate to light beige.

To integrate the elements of rural life in modern design projects, wicker things are increasingly found. It can be baskets for books, standing near a diva or armchairs, original poufs and rocking chairs.Decorative elements can also be made of vines or rattan. The main feature is the use of the natural color of the material. In extreme cases, you can whiten the texture of wicker interior items.

Clinker bricks or terracotta ceramic tiles are increasingly being used as material for accent finishes. The most commonly used option is “brickwork” in a matte version, sometimes with specially aged surfaces. Terracotta dies bring a touch of industrialism on the one hand, and on the other, bring the interior closer to simple, rustic life, where rough surfaces are often used. In addition, terracotta bricks can be used not only for partial decoration of the living room, but also for facing the fireplace and the space around it.

The theme of proximity to nature is not becoming the mainstream for the first time. Not surprisingly, among the noise and dust, urban residents miss the color of the trees, the brightness of the young grass, the luster of the water surface and the smoothness of the stones on the beach. In country houses, the owners want to create an authentic village life atmosphere with a pleasant look and a warm body. That is why wood is actively used as a finishing material - for walls, floors and even the ceiling. Whether such a design will be accent or basic depends on the size of the room, the level of natural light and personal preferences of the homeowners.

The contemporary style is multifaceted and eclectic. It can harmoniously combine motives from the styles:

• loft;
• minimalism;
• country;
• eclecticism;
• eco style;
• classical;
• Scandinavian.

If in previous seasons in the modern style there was a lot from minimalism and industrial stylistics, then current trends offer us a more “softer” approach with a bias towards restrained decoration. The modern living room is not so laconic and strict, additional elements appear in it, bringing more comfort and coziness. In the living room of 2018, there is much more light and color, contrasting combinations and bright spots. The almost completely disappeared print returns to the living room interior in the form of fabrics for upholstery of pouffes and ottomans, and sometimes - large armchairs, in the form of a pattern on carpet or curtains.

For all lovers of the Scandinavian style, modern trends in the design of residential spaces will be closer than ever. Freedom and light, spaciousness and laconicism, comfort and interchangeability of interior elements - all that designers and their customers so adore in the style of Northern Europe will be relevant in the upcoming season. The Scandinavian style is not so cold and straightforward as minimalist, it is simple, but at the same time comfortable and cozy. Scandinavian motifs in modern style are similar to Russians - our climatic conditions are similar (at least in most parts of our vast country), the desire to create a practical but cozy interior also makes us related.

This is not easy to believe, but in modern design projects there are a lot of elements from classic stylistic directions. The traditional style is present mainly in the performance of upholstered furniture. It can be either a large sofa, or a pair of compact chairs, an ottoman ottoman, which acts as a furniture island. Classical motifs in the design of furniture fit perfectly into a modern, neutral environment, becoming the focal points of the interior.

Another feature of using classic motifs in ultra-modern rooms is an extraordinary approach to decoration. For example, in a living room decorated in contemporary style (one of the variants of modern style) there can be perfect neutral walls, plain and without decor, parquet or floor board in a simple design and a luxurious ceiling with rich stucco molding.

We bring to your attention interesting design projects of living rooms, kindly provided to us by Mr.Doors.Convenient and functional, practical, but at the same time cozy, modern and in many ways universal - these living rooms can organically fit into the home of a modern person. Neutral colors, the high quality of furniture and decor, as well as the use of the latest innovations, made it possible to create truly balanced variations for the design of a modern living room.