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TOP TRENDS
On theWalls Gray walls lasted a lot longer than I expect- ed! What's in now? All white walls, which can be crisp and cool or warm and soft depending on the undertone. Two of my favorites - Sherwin Williams Extra White for a true crisp white and Sherwin William Alabaster for a softer feel. I also like SW Eider White for a little warmth on interior walls, but it does have a bit of warm gray or pale lavender hue depending on the light- ing. Be sure to test the paint color because depending on exposure to northern or southern daylight, it will look different. On-trend and opposite from white walls, are rich, deep paint colors on interior walls for some drama. Think bathrooms with black or dark inky blue walls or even black wall tile. Also, deep green tile options are popping up at home design stores.
New…Again Hardwood floors are going lighter again. As people want more open and airy spaces, lighter hardwood floors are pop- ping up more and more.
Wallpaper is back! But this isn't your grandmother's wallpaper. Geometric
shapes, textured papers, metallics, large prints and florals are some top choices. Thanks to Joanna Gaines, patterned cement tiles are in big time! We are seeing the pat- terned tiles with a nod to the past in terms of their de- signs but in fresh colors such as
Top Trends in Design DESIGNER TIPS INCLUDE NEW AND REVISITING TRENDS TO SPRUCE UP ANY SPACE.
black and white, green and white, muted earth tones, or all-out provincial tones. •
Use of Space Outdoor living spaces are where it's at espe- cially if your indoor space is a little tight. The possibilities are endless with outdoor fabrics, furniture, and lighting. Open floor plans are still the way to go. In all the new construction that I have seen, a major- ity of the main floor communal spaces are wide open. Open spaces make it easier to entertain and easier for families with young children.
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by Lorraine Beato
Lorraine Beato is passionate about real estate - from buying and selling with clients to analyzing deals, rehabbing and helping people create a real estate portfolio. Thinking outside the box and getting a transaction to the closing table is her specialty. With over 25 years in the industry including mortgaged-backed securities trading, appraiser, realtor and investor both nationwide and internationally - Lorraine knows how to navigate the sometimes complex and intricate waters of real estate.
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