With every new year comes the promise of fresh new trends for interior and architectural design. As recent years have shown a gradual rise in minimalistic, modular and eco-friendly approaches, 2018 will be the year in which these commercial trends become staples in design.
Let’s take a look at how these concepts are shaping the industry:
The Luxury of Minimalism:
Over the past few years, we have seen commercial design trends manifest in various creative forms, with recent aesthetics including the industrial and/or bohemian-inspired decorative eras.
As more retail stores, public facilities and corporate offices continue to update and modernize their functional space, it is easy to recognize an evident transition towards minimalistic design.
Motivated by the desire for order and luxury, minimalistic architecture and design trends aim to achieve a highly sought-after experience of fresh, modern cleanliness within a high-end, boutique-style environment. Incorporating a variety of natural materials (such as raw surfaces, exposed wood, bronze, concrete and marble) will continue to dominate commercial spaces this year as the clean, polished, rustic and inviting textures do an excellent job in showcasing the elegant qualities of minimalist luxury.
Modular Flexibility:
With the popularity of pop-up shops on the horizon for 2018, retail spaces have been faced with a brand-new style of business that must be taken into careful consideration. Commonly referred to as “pop-up retail” or “flash retailing”, this modern trend of exclusive, short-term shopping opportunities has inspired commercial designers to re-imagine their approach in order to keep up with the demands of the current market. That being said, modular flexibility has become the primary element of design that will give rise to innovation, flexibility and prestige. Commercial designers have combined necessity with creativity to establish convertible, multi-purpose spaces that will allow for adaptable change while still satisfying the aesthetic of minimalistic design.
Food and Drink related vendors have also taken to this interesting trend by opening shop within other retail or commercial spaces. Having the flexibility to invite other vendors may also do well in attracting visitors as the exclusive novelty will be sure to catch interest.
Nature-Inspired Décor:
Although minimalism and modular flexibility seem to clear out all the clutter, this does not mean that commercial spaces must suffer an empty or cold atmosphere! Recovered metals, woods and textures that give a nod to Mother Nature will conjure up warm and inviting environments that encourage people to relax and stick around. The use of nature-inspired décor such as plants, rocks, waterfalls and trees also provide a beautiful experience of bringing the outdoors, in.
Although trends will continue to change and evolve, 2018 offers a fresh reminder to slow down and appreciate the world we live in.
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References:
2018 Design Trends: Commercial Architecture:
https://de-production media.s3.amazonaws.com/loft/2464/2018_Commercial_Trends.pdf
Commercial Interior Design Trends to Look Out for in 2018:
https://www.warnercontractfurniture.co.uk/2018-commercial-interior-trends/
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