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  • Hi I'm architect Banu Altay from Sia Moore. Welcome back!

  • Decorating your home may seem easy, but it's not as simple as it looks.

  • There're plenty of things you need to be mindful about while getting new furniture, wallpaper or even plants.

  • And finally our top 5 of 2020 interior design trends are here!

  • So here's a guide of some up and coming interior design trends of 2020!

  • Rich and organic textural expressions will be the theme of 2020 designs

  • For your furniture and finishes you can always go for velvet upholstery, linen curtains

  • stucco walls and jute carpet.

  • These materials will give your home a rich and organic texture. And speaking of furniture;

  • Classic style will make a massive comeback with a little bit of a retro touch

  • Inspired by science, technology and nature "Neo-mint" is the colour of 2020!

  • A gender-neutral colour with a fresh tone, the neo-mint aspires to connect futuristic developments to nature.

  • It's the perfect tone and provides warmth and relaxation to your interiors.

  • You can use neo-mint in a sofa, accent chair, rug or any other furniture.

  • It's relatively easier to match with various shades of colour. You can combine it with other coastal colours as;

  • coral, sand, wood and sky blue.

  • Soft and faintly retro shades of peach, pale pink and pistachio will give

  • a fantastic backup for the organic materials. Also the deep ochre yellow is becoming something of a tonal peace maker.

  • Geometric patterns have been around for a long time

  • but now, they're going to have a dramatic presence. By incorporating

  • geometric patterns in furniture, wallpaper or tiles you can easily make a bold statement that will impress everyone!

  • Even your grumpy neighboors!

  • Sustainable and environment friendly approach to design and architecture continues to rise in 2020.

  • And that is great news having in mind that the construction industry has one of the largest carbon footprints in the world.

  • The eco friendly interior design, may actually bring a more refined look to your house. To incorporate

  • sustainable, eco friendly design you can always go for more plants, let more sunlight in and don't forget to use natural materials!

  • Timeless metal accent sparkle is still on the design scene. But adding a hint of glamour and luxury

  • by introducing bronze, gold, and chrome metallic elements will give your interior spaces a much more nuanced modern finish.

  • And you can always combine this metallic look with the good old velvet.

  • Velvet is a trend

  • we are carrying over with us from 2018, and it still stays strong.

  • Don't hesitate to use velvet in rounded, cornered and egg-shaped furniture.

  • We've come to the end of our list of interior design trends of 2020.

  • But don't forget that this list was just a guide for you,

  • every person has their own style. When decorating your house remember that it's your space and yours only

  • If you like the look of something don't just discard it because it's not on our list!

  • When it comes to personal style there is no wrong or right.

  • Keep in mind that, to be happy in your home you have to meet your likings.

  • So, which of the trends was your favorite? Let me know in the comments below and if you are interested in architecture

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Hi I'm architect Banu Altay from Sia Moore. Welcome back!

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