We’ve put away our pink blazers and waved goodbye to Barbiecore, retired our dreams of spending the warm months in Italy living a tomato girl summer, and hung up our oversized linen and roomy white slipcovers of grandmacore – at least for now.So then, what is the next big “-core” of summer 2024? With trends flying by as quickly as the talk of TikTok getting banned, it’s anyone’s guess. But the editors at Martha Stewart magazine asked designers for their predictions, and here is a big interior design trend to watch for….
Don’t Be Afraid of Going Bold with Colorcore
Color has been making a comeback for a few years now, and it’s headed in several directions this summer. “We’re going to see a break from the neutral overload of years past,” says Aimee Meisgeier, principal and lead designer of AM Interior Design.
But this break isn’t just dipping a toe in vibrant hues—it’s throwing the paintbrush in and going full saturation. Brilliant cotton candy sunsets are going to be a huge design trend this summer, according to Vani Sayeed, principal of Vani Sayeed Studios. “We’re going to see bursts of radiant colors in a happy transition of hot pinks, sky blues, and yellow golds with a mix of shapes and patterns,” says Sayeed.
Meanwhile, Meisgeier expects to see color drenching go bigger and bolder. “Vivid color drenching brings visual excitement to an area, and we’ll see more play with finishes and sheens of materials and paint, which adds depth and dimension to the trend,” she says.
These colors will also include deep, saturated colors like turquoise, magenta, and even royal purple. “Experiment with these gem tones to create a dynamic atmosphere. This is an opportunity to mix and match different hues to add character to a space,” says Victoria Holly, Interior Designer with Victoria Holly Interiors.
The bottom line here? Start having fun with color again, and don’t be afraid to go bold!
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