5 Interior Design Trends You Might Want To Stay Away From

Written by Jaymi Naciri Posted On Sunday, 03 April 2016 13:50

We all want our homes to be updated and inclusive of the latest trends. But not all of them are right for everyone. We cautioned last year against open shelving in the kitchen and a few other trends that might not be right for everyone. We've added a few more this year.

Glass pendants

They're lovely and shiny and glassy and…delicate. Is nobody else worried about an errant snack (or a ball, because, seriously, it happens) flying through the kitchen and smashing those pretty pendants all over the countertop? Perhaps they're a better choice for when the kids are older - if they're still in style by then.

Vanity with no storage

The hottest look in bathrooms right now is the pedestal sink with an industrial metal base. The look is upscale, hotel spa-like, simple. But the function leaves a little to be desired. If you need more storage than the ZERO shelves, drawers, and cabinets this bathroom vanity provides, this might not be the look for you.

Marble countertops

For us, few things are as alluring as an all-marble kitchen. A huge countertop sheathed in Carrara or Calacatta is better than…well, lots of things. But there goes that function issue again. Marble requires diligence. If you're not meticulously clean and constantly attentive to things like your kid's juice cup or your wine glass, you could end up wishing you'd gone with quartz.

"How do you live? Are you the type of homeowner who picks up after yourself after each use in the kitchen? Or are you a busy on-the-go homeowner, where a kitchen counter wouldn't get wiped down until the next morning?," asked Houzz. "Acid from substances such as red wine, marinara sauce, blueberries and even lemons can tarnish the look of the marble if left to sit overnight."


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Busy, graphic wallpaper

It's beautiful, it's bold, and it's bound to be out of style and/or irritating the heck out of you (and/or causing seizures, depending on the strobing effect of the geometric pattern you chose) in short order. Yes, we love a good graphic pattern. On the walls even, if done right. But a choice that's so bold can end up haunting you. Unlike paint, wallpaper isn't a quick fix that can be changed in a couple of hours. If you've never spent days tearing away little pieces of paper from a wall that doesn't want to let it go, just trust us: It's. No. Fun.


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Brass fixtures

Are brass fixtures chic and new (again) after years of chrome domination? Yes. Does that mean they will be embraced by the greater public and dominate the fixture market again? Who knows. If you're looking to add a little sparkle to your kitchen or bathroom and don't mind spending a little money on something that may only be a permanent change, go for it! If your goal is to make smart updates so you can list your home for sale, this might not be the place to spend the money- especially if you're in a more conservative or traditional real estate market.


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