Bold Pigment Choices

Maximalism is in this year, a way of owning your space in ways that reflect your color and texture preferences and allow you to shape your own sense of coziness. If you’re tired of the creams and beiges, this is a good time to curate a color scheme more suited to your palette. Consider earthy greens and ultraviolet; don’t be afraid to play around with some combos, whether it’s all in the paint or mixed up with some interesting furnishings. 

Colorful Appliances

The bold choices aren’t just about the paint scheme; get creative with your appliances as well. Consider a cobalt stove to stand out in your kitchen, or show off your laundry room with a fierce red washer/dryer pair. Chores are a necessity of home life- you might as well paint the picture pretty.  

Patterned Flooring

Textures, tiles, and geometric designs are stealing (and making) the stage in 2018. Having floors with an edge can add to the look and design of your space without adding clutter to the space. Want to get creative with the layout of your floor as well? We can help design a floor that’s worth being its own stage in whatever light it’s cast in.  

Artisan Fixtures

Moving away from the industrial look of previous years, there’s a growing trend towards having unique lighting fixtures in homes. Whether it’s crafted by a local artist or salvaged from an old building, add some charm to your home with atypical lighting. Consider looking for pieces that incorporate copper, another trend of 2018.  

Exposed Trusses and Beams

This one probably doesn’t come as a big surprise, especially looking at any of the popular coffee shops around Des Moines, but exposed trusses and beams remain a popular design choice for 2018. They give rooms a sense of openness and spaciousness while still leaving some versatility to style it in a modern or rustic look. Consider looking at salvaged pieces if you want to add some extra character.

Bifold Doors

A popular take on sliding doors, theses allow you open access to connect the indoors and outdoors. If you enjoy spending a lot of time outdoors, whether it’s working in the garden, relaxing on the veranda, or hosting an evening of drinks with your friends, these doors are a great way to open up your home and expand the good atmosphere.

Bucket Sinks

Spa themes are in for taking care of yourself at home. An easy way to work towards this look is with bucket sinks. They create a clean, simple appearance and paired with a waterfall faucet, you can have a look that's high end and relaxing all at once. 

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