There's something appealingly earthy about the 2017 design palette. Tawny hues against crisp cerulean and leafy green backgrounds, defined by milky white accents and natural textures, are big this year. Thus inspired, we decided to create a few mood boards that best illustrate the top design trends of the year. Dark Green

The Pantone colour of the year, 'Greenery' is a great hue to bring into any space, because it is so synonymous with nature. To begin, an easy way to incorporate this shade into your home is by introducing real plants, like cacti or fiddle leaf fig, which are easy to manage yet add a stylish, eco-friendly touch to the space. For those willing to go big or go home, paint a statement wall in this shade, or pick a velvet couch (another very trending fabric!) in this tone. If this seems like too much of a commitment, consider one piece of stand-out furniture (a console or side table, or even a chest of drawers) dipped in green.

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Tropical Prints

A hot trend in the world of interiors, and a top favorite with our interior designers at the Discern Design Studio, is tropical decor. This design style owes its origin to the Tropic of Cancer and Capricorn; because it covers a number of geographies, this style naturally imbibes diverse cultural influences. 'Tropical' can range from nature-inspired to preppy or chic, but all three sub-styles have a few features in common - an emphasis on nature and an easy-going approach to living are the two most significant characteristics of this decor style.



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Quirky Lighting

Lights that are fun and funky, unusual, interesting yet practical draw everyone's attention! If you're someone who does not like boring lighting designed to only be purely functional, then you're in luck this year. 2017 is all about quirky, industrial lighting designs that can be easily and effectively incorporated into your home.

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Muted Colours

This is another trend that is making waves this year. Colours that spell chic, minimal and neutral are all the rage, given their ability to seamlessly blend into an already-designed room, or to work in tandem with other colour palettes. Subdued shades are sophisticated without trying too hard, and can be surprisingly exciting in the way that they work to elevate a room. Think grown-up lavender, soft camel, blush pink and so many more!



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Geometric

From fashion to art to photography, there are so many ways to appropriate geometry into any design. Geometric designs have been trending all year and have entered the world of design and decor in a variety of ways - through prints and patterns for furnishings, walls, and flooring. This is a great way to bring a sense of liveliness into your home, without feeling like you've gone too far with bold designs.



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Upholstered Bedheads

Upholstered headboards are a hot commodity in the world of design. They add texture, colour and charm to a bedroom while acting as a beautiful and interesting focal point. You can be daring and choose a busy, lively pattern on your headboard, or keep things simple with a simple yet elegant neutral.

Artisan-Crafted Furniture

When a piece of furniture or home decor is individually handcrafted by an artisan, rather than mass produced through a factory chain, it instantly adds a distinct and personal touch to any interior space. Handmade products should be looked at, and valued as dearly as you would a piece of art. They require time, artistry and skill to create. Given that each piece is designed by hand, every item seems to be imbued with a sense of personal attention and devoted care by the artisan who has created it - something that can never be replicated in a mass-produced piece!

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Marble and Brass

Marble and brass is a classic combination, and is seen in everything from interior design to furniture and homeware, with good reason! Young Huh, who was named one of Vogue’s five young interior designers on the rise in 2015, promises that marble and brass will continue to dominate in 2017 - so far, this trend seems to be holding strong and going nowhere! The combination is immediately chic, while still being fun and young. The warmth of brass is balanced out by the coolness of marble, and both materials work well together to create a rich, sophisticated feel.





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