What other trends will we see in commercial and residential interior design in the coming year? From easy-to-clean surfaces to colorful patterns, we expect designers will bring bold creative ideas to the forefront to meet the challenging new demands of our current environment.
Easy-to-Clean Surfaces
COVID-19 put cleanliness as top of mind. As designers and homeowners work to curb the spread of germs, easy-to-clean surfaces are going to dominate specifications. Porcelain tile is inherently low maintenance and Crossville’s vast selection of porcelain tile collections provides designers with endless color, style and size combinations.
Additionally, Crossville porcelain tiles are:
- Antibacterial as the surface is inhospitable to the growth of bacteria.
- Hypoallergenic because the tile surface is impenetrable by allergens in the environment such as dirt, dust, and pollen.
- Water resistant because Crossville porcelain tiles are impervious to moisture.
- Stain and scratch resistant so dirt and other germs can’t accumulate in the small crevices caused by damages to non-porcelain materials.
Natural and Sustainable Materials
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Across the board from furniture to flooring, there has been a resurgence of the use of natural materials. From organic fibers to wood, natural materials will continue to dominate designs. In addition to porcelain tile’s natural material base, Crossville offers numerous collections that reflect wood tones. Capturing the graining of wood species in a durable porcelain body, Crossville’s Nest and Jazz Age collections come in multiple hues and a range of sizes suitable for wet and dry area installations.
In addition to natural materials, designers will be focusing on sustainability throughout 2021. Crossville was founded on a commitment to the environment, and we offer full transparency regarding our products’ impact on habitat and water use, as well as their support of human health and safety. Learn how we continue to go the extra mile with Green Squared Certifications, Declare Labels, LEED V4, and more at Sustainability.
Dramatic Use of Design
After staying home and looking at the same furniture for months, designers will be incorporating dramatic design in both residential and commercial spaces. Stone slabs (like Crossville Porcelain Countertops) will be dominating backsplashes from countertop to ceiling, will be cascading to the floor in waterfall edges, and wrapping around islands.
Check out a few unique installations where designers went big with dramatic choices.
- Uptown Utopia Atlanta – gauged porcelain tile panels
- Denver Residence – porcelain countertops
- Prince Law Group – porcelain countertops
Bold Walls
Although some designers may claim the “accent wall” is boring, textured walls are definitely on style by adding a visual element to the space. Check out these Crossville collections that make a wall dynamic.
- Cursive
- Convergence
- Ebb and Flow
- Handwritten
- Simpatico
- Groove Glass
- Swatches
Outdoor Spaces and Kitchens
One interesting trend emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic is the increased demand for residential swimming pool installations and upgrades to outdoor spaces. With many sunny vacation areas out of reach due to travel restrictions and cancellations, families are opting to create new backyard oases instead. Designers are having to create backyard escapes that exude style and comfort while also transitioning beautifully from the home to the deck.
Crossville’s new Portugal collection is an excellent alternative that offers the style and performance required for pool decking. The collection is the first offered by Crossville with finishes for exterior and interior applications, making it a great solution for designs that need to visually flow from inside to outside while providing required performance characteristics for both areas. The Portugal Collection also works well in commercial spaces as companies add exterior areas for collaborative space and eating.
Nostalgic Aesthetics
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Designs of the past are being uniquely incorporated together. From Victorian-era to Art Deco and grandmillennial to cottagecore, people are searching for comfort through nostalgia. Gilded finishes and ornamental details are mixing with modern contemporary styles. Want to add some bling? Bring a brilliantly modern take on razzle-dazzle and a touch of art deco grandeur to your next design with Crossville’s Sideview Glass Collection.
