By ZOË ROSCOE
This allows you to display artwork, family heirlooms, and treasures from your travels, and these kind of ephemera are always relevant in a home.
Part of this timelessness certainly has something to do with the colorway—white is always a bright, clean backdrop for styling objects and art against.
Part of this timelessness certainly has something to do with the colorway—white is always a bright, clean backdrop for styling objects and art against.
Designer Max Humphrey loves wood wall paneling because it instantly makes a room feel special, cozy, and complete. You can always breathe new life into it later, if you tire of its color or finish.
“Keep your core items neutral—like your sofa, rug, and accent chairs—then layer in color and trends through blankets, accessories, and art,” says designer Becky Shea.
Plants instantly add life and color to a room, and that will never change.
“Think about it: If you find a great piece of vintage furniture or a rug from 50 to 100 years ago that made it this far, it’ll probably last longer than anything brand new you’ll buy from a big box store,” says designer Max Humphrey.
“Unlike more trendy metals like copper and rose gold, it’s near impossible for natural brass to look anything but elevated. It will always have a place in our design language,” says designer Liz Caan.
Woven and cane furniture is “stylistically versatile and full of texture and warmth,” says designer Roxy Te Owens, which makes it an easy design go-to today—and for tomorrow.
Don’t underestimate the staying power of a simple, straight-lined Parsons table. They’re design chameleons and can hang with pretty much whatever you put them with, especially in classic a finish like white or black.
“Wallpaper adds depth, warmth, and style to a room in a way that can’t compare to paint,” says designer Amy Kartheiser. “There is such an array of beautiful designs, textures, and prints available to us that can make a unique impact on a room. With the right design, you won’t have to worry about it going out of style.”
According to designers Christina Samatas and Renee DiSanto, white sofas work wonders for brightening a space. If you’re worried about fingerprints and spills, opt for a performance fabric or slipcover.
Keep an eye out for natural fabrics like linen, wool, and alpaca, to name a few. “They’re sustainable, healthy choices for home dwellers and easier to clean,” says designer Liz Caan.
“Tuxedo style sofas, made famous by the legendary Billy Baldwin, will always be a design staple,” says Te Owens. “They’re timeless but also modern.”