Home Decorating Trends for 2012

St. Louis Interior Design Company

 Whether you’re looking to redo your entire house or simply swap out a throw pillow or two, consider these hot home decor trends for 2012.

Great American Revival Some of the country’s coolest sources for interior décor are looking inward…at last. Americans want items that are made at home not just to boost our economy but also to revive our craft and artisan industries that are still alive and well. Companies such as  Room & Board have increased their selection of American-made products to 95% of its inventory and some smaller boutiques, such as Best Made, are working with almost-forgotten US manufacturers to bring back high-quality goods.

Material Remix Unexpected materials are giving classic lines a refreshingly modern twist. A dining room buffet wrapped in felt?  Felt, drop cloth, burned wood, moss, aluminum, plastic–are are unconventioal, but hot materials that will be popping up in home interiors in 2012.

Lighting for (Way) Less Overpriced lighting, you’re on notice. Some of the latest chandeliers, sconces, and lamps provide all the sculptural panache without the hefty tab. For example,  At CB2, the 5-lamp “Firefly” chandelier goes for $199.

Interior Diviners  The days of the full-service interior design service is changing. Americans are paring down and increasingly looking to do more  things digitally. Listening to their clients wishes, many interior designers are now offering virtual services–communicating via digital photos, Skype, and other online methods.