A Sense of Belonging
Black and Metal Ground All That Softness
A return of black in combination with aluminum or steel seems out of place in such sensory living, yet, it is explained by its anchoring effect, as well as the color of the material itself, which is honest and allows for a sense of control.
Perhaps the most striking takeaway from Milan was not the emergence of a single defining color, material, or form, but a collective shift in intention. Designers are increasingly creating spaces that respond to our emotional needs as much as our functional ones. In a world that continues to feel uncertain, our interiors are becoming anchors, spaces that help us slow down, reconnect with ourselves and others, and find moments of balance in everyday life. The future of design, it seems, is not about making the boldest statement, but about giving us a sense of belonging.
The Home Front: Make a statement with colour choices
Winter may have overstayed its welcome by a little bit. But spring is just around the corner. That’s the promise, anyway! Postmedia sat down with two design leaders to hear what colours we can look forward to seeing in our home interiors and decor in the next few months. Mary Burgers is creative director for Vancouver-based Burgers Architecture — the family firm behind some of the West Coast’s most feted builds — and Dutch-born, Milan-based Judith van Vliet, speaker, podcaster, consultant and creative force behind The Color Authority.