Being stuck inside for nearing 2 years, with the end still a bit away, it is no wonder that we have seen a surge in home decor sales and renovations. People need their homes to provide comfort and protection more than ever and the predicted trends of 2021 reflect the need to make the best out of a bad situation. That’s why some of this year’s predicted trends focus around comforting colors, nostalgic decor, and the melding of technology and nature with a focus on sustainability.
2021 Color Trends
For 2021’s trending colors, I took nine different color predictions from eight of the most popular paint brands and separated them into groups.
Comfort Colors
The first trio of colors seem to be cut directly from nature. This includes Sap Green from Farrow & Ball, Aegean Teal from Benjamin Moore, and Blissful Blue from Valspar. These colors are reminiscent of bright skies, grassy fields, and calming waters. Perfect for a space meant to rejuvenate or soothe a tired soul.
Nuanced Neutrals
Next up are the neutral tones. This includes Ultimate Grey from Pantone, Urbane Bronze from Sherwin Williams, and Canyon Dusk from Behr. These three down-to-earth shades provide a grounding effect we all need in these tumultuous times.
Stimulating Shades
The last trio of colors are a bit harder to categorize. They are all highly saturated shades of red and yellow that evoke different emotions. The bright yellow of Illuminating from Pantone, as Marie Kondo might say, sparks joy. The saucy red of Satin Paprika from Rustoleum is festive and invigorating, making it a great contrasting finish for outdoor furnishings. Finally, the rich and mysterious plum color of Epoch from Graham & Browne will drape your room in the luxury that only jewel tones can provide.
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Try matching the colors above with these Helser Brothers Finishes:
For a subtle finish that lets the pattern on your drapes take center stage, consider our Coal (black) and Alabaster (white) finishes. They go with everything!
If you are interested in mixing metals, our Pewter and Monument Bronze are dead ringers for Ultimate Grey and Urbane Bronze respectively. They also are available on both iron and wood hardware.
Want a vintage, distressed, or rustic look? We offer a variety of finishes that fit the bill. Heirloom and Coronado Creme are great vintage finishes. Riviera and French Quarter have that ‘cozy cafe overlooking the river Seine’ aesthetic down pat. Lastly, for the rustic look, try the appropriately named Rustic for iron and Black Forest for wood, or Leather for both.
Source: Cozy Home
Nostalgia, Kitsch, & Whimsy
Nostalgia is a powerful thing and there are few things that reflect this fact better than fashion and interior design trends. It is considered common knowledge that select trends recycle every 20-30 years, which makes sense when you consider that the kids growing up in those eras are coming into their primes now. It is no wonder that the trends predicted for this new decade are firmly rooted in the 90’s, with additional holdovers from the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s. There is even some of the 20’s in there with the resurfacing popularity of Art Deco patterns.
Contrary to the previous years of minimalism and glam, it looks like this era is going for bold patterns, earthy colors, and maximalism. One such trend has been called ‘Grandma Chic’, an eclectic mix of textures, patterns, and materials that focus on color and personality to make the surroundings feel welcoming and friendly.
Some other trends include colorful kitchens, contrasting textiles in flower, animal, and graphic patterns, flowery wallpaper, kitsch art and accessories, and accents from across the globe. Also, anyone else remember the blow up furniture of the 90s? Well it has had a 2021 glow up!
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Another trend, specifically in terms of window treatments, is a resurgence of French Doors and cafe-style curtains. Our ⅜” Sash rod is perfect for cafe curtains and can be used with French Doors by placing a sash rod at the top and bottom of the window with the curtain stretched between them. You can then leave them as is or cinch the middle. Consider doing something like this clever custom tieback by Sheri at Finishing Touches that ties back the curtain in the middle rather than the sides.
Another treatment option to consider for your French Doors are our Swing Arms. These were made to go on french style doors and come in a variety of options. We can also custom make a rod for your particular needs! Just make sure to get an Arm At Top Bypass bracket and Wand with Welded Ring, so it can only swing when you want it to!
Hand-Made, Natural, & Sustainable
With Zoomers coming into the voting age, the environment is a red hot button issue . More and more emphasis is being put on making and purchasing sustainable and ethically sourced products. Consumers are not only looking for products that are able to be recycled but are made from recycled materials. Mixing natural accents into your decor goes hand in hand with the growing sustainable industry. Cane, rattan, jute, wool, wood, and mixed metals are popping up everywhere in interior design. It’s not just natural materials, but patterns and textures inspired by nature that are making a comeback as well. It goes without saying that living plants of all sorts are sprinkled throughout these rooms.
Reclaimed, hand-made, and upcycled furniture and decor, which are often made with natural materials, are back in fashion. Things like crochet blankets, rag rugs, framed cross-stitch, and macrame wall hangings are going gangbusters on sites like Etsy. Living edge coffee tables and antique furniture revitalized with fresh paint and fun patterns add a unique but sustainable touch. Annie Loveday, of Annie Loveday Furniture in the UK, upcycled this beautiful sideboard by adding bright mustard paint and patterned drawers. She also surrounded this upcycled piece with plants, woven baskets, woven rugs, as well as wall hangings and a swing chair made from macrame and cane.
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We want you to not just love your hardware but love it for generations. We want it to be a family heirloom. For this reason, we put a lot of emphasis on structural integrity and material quality. As for scrap and unused products, we recycle everything that can be recycled if we cannot repurpose it.
If you are tired of seeing nature just on the outside of your window, try adding Isabella wood hardware on the inside. These BBRs (big beautiful rods) come in larger sizes, smooth or fluted textures, and can be used as a fascia on a traverse or motorized track! If you want to mix it up a bit, try mixing in metal hardware from our Artigiani line. We offer end-caps and collars up to 2 3/4” so you can add one of our metal finials to the end of your Isabella rod. Many of our iron brackets fit the 2″ wood rods as standard, but we can make a custom 2 3/4” strap bracket if requested.
Other ways to add natural pieces to your decor include our range of iron and wood finials that have been inspired by plants and flowers. Such as the Chrysanthemum finial or the Calais wood finial. Pair them with a unique rod-like our ⅞” Hammered rod or any of our Twisted rods.
If you want a long-living and artisanal piece, look no farther than our Artéfice line. Seen to the far right above, our Artéfice hardware is solid steel and the backplates for the brackets are forged with one of 4 nature-inspired patterns. They look great in the buff (Literally. We buff and clear coat them as standard) but can also be painted in one of our hand-painted metal finishes.
Keep It Moving
Even though nostalgia is big, that doesn’t mean we want everything to be from past decades. Technological and AI advancements are still progressing, to the point that almost everything can be controlled by your smartphone, including your window treatments.
We have been working hard to increase our motorized options for this exact reason. We recently added a fourth motor option to our motorized rods, the battery-powered iOn motor, as well as expanded our hardware and finish options. Since Roman Blinds are such a classic treatment option, check out the motorized versions in our Obscura line.
If your client wants to have a motorized rod but the sleek minimalism of the decorative rods isn’t working with their decor, try adding an Isabella wood fascia and finial to a motorized FMS track. Give them old-world beauty with new-age operation.
Worried about sustainability and longevity? Well, our motors are called Eco-Shuttle for a reason. They use less voltage and are CE certified, and the battery-powered motors come with long-lasting lithium batteries. Best of all, every motor comes with a 10-year warranty!
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