Meet the Experts
Lucy Smallis the owner of State and Season Home Design based in North Georgia.
Melanie Bryantis a designer serving clients in Mississippi and beyond.
Laetitia Laurentis the principal designer of Laure Nell Interiors in Boca Raton, Florida.
Credit:Photo: Followell Fotography; Design: Melanie Bryant Interiors
Sculptural lightingdraws attention upward and can make a major impact on a room as a whole.
“Its an easy way to introduce a curated, collected feel without overwhelming a room.”
Wallpapered Ceilings
While statement walls have fallen out of fashion,statement ceilingsare very much trending.
Photo: Marco Ricca; Design: Laure Nell Interiors.
We’ve already seen painted ceilings make a comeback, but designer Lucy Small says it’swallpaper’s turn.
“The louder the wallpaper, the nicer the wallpapered ceiling will be.”
Small says skirted ceilings can take on a different look or role depending on your home’s age.
Credit:Photo: Followell Fotography; Design: Melanie Bryant Interiors
“In an older home, it could be a classic way to make shorter ceilings look taller.”
“There is a special warmth and softness that exudes from incorporating this joyful color,” she says.
But this year, interior designers are finding new ways to incorporateblossom and vine printsinto their designs.
Credit:Brie Williams Styling: Jennifer Berno Decleene
“Think less structured patterns and more organic, hand-drawn interpretations.”
“These motifs bring a sense of movement and softness without feeling overly traditional,” she says.
“Its about reinterpreting nature in a way that feels fresh and effortless.”
Bold pops of bright colors are on the horizon, making interiors fun and personal," says Bryant.
But if you’ve got commitment issues, a set of colorful hand towels will also do the trick.
