Now that we have moved into the year of 2012 it is time to welcome the newest trends in the design world. There is a surge of excitement in anticipation of discovering new trends and advances. Entering the season of spring, we celebrate by dressing in the newest fashions or redecorating with the latest colors and styles.
It is necessary to look at the world around us when predicting the trends to come. 2012 embraces creativity, hopes, and dreams.
Hopes for a better economy and future, and good health; dreams for the perfect job, home, and family.
- “Green” is the new black, and it is here to stay.
repurposing items to dress the decor is in vogue, earth friendly, and economical; try hanging decorative metal trays as wall magnetic decor to post notes and messages
The world is no longer black or white. Eco-friendly design is the hottest décor trend. Decorating to stay in peace with the environment is the greatest confrontation and 2012 accepts and embraces the challenge. There will be more furnishings designed by recycling, repurposing, and reclaiming. More eco-friendly materials and products will be available for design and décor purposes.
- The décor now reflects the hopes for a better economy.
Gold represents wealth and is back into vogue as silver and chrome fade into the background. Brass and gold accents are, once again, popular.
Color is the easiest to change when redecorating.
With a little paint you can have an entirely new room. Paint the walls, ceiling, and even floor. Old furniture can be painted to make into new treasures.
Colors are always changing and evolving. 2012 brings a new palette of beautiful colors. Benjamin Moore showcases the 2012 trends.
Neutrals in grays, tans, and beiges are blended into Benjamin Moore’s four 2012 palettes.
- Red is hot; in Feng Shui, red represents the element of fire and will bring into your abode the energy of joy and excitement. Red is the Chinese color of luck and happiness and the symbolic color of love and romance, courage and passion.
Benjamin Moore 2012 Reds are exciting: Candy Cane Red, Orange and Potpourri.
- Blue is cool; blues are calm and soothing, representing the water and sky. In Feng Shui blues reflect love as it heals and relaxes and creates a feeling of peace and trust. Blue is excellent for use in the following feng shui areas of your home: East (Health), Southeast (Money), and North (Career).
blues and earth tones are calming for the bedroom
Benjamin Moore 2012 brings a calming blue and teal palette: Old Glory, Palm Coast Teal, Serenata, Deep Ocean, Mysterious.
- Green flourishes; green is the color of renewal, fresh energy and regeneration and promotes good health. Green balances the whole body by bringing healing feng shui vibrations from nature. The color induces peacefulness and rest.
green promotes a healthy environment
Benjamin Moore 2012 showcases soothing greens: Fresh Scent Green, Harbour Town, Winchester Sage, Pear Green and Dark Olive.
Yellow is fun; Yellows represent fire and earth. It invokes sunlight and is cheerful and uplifting. The yellow color creates cozy, welcoming feng shui energy.
Benjamin Moore 2012 shows off lovely Yellows and Gold: Baby Chick, Buttercream Pearl, Hollywood Gold, Tumeric and Metallic Gold.
With every year we achieve a new knowledge to carry us further in the year to follow.
- 2012 brings the possibility of a cure for some cancers.
- 2012 brings home the troops and less death from war.
- 2012 brings a new presidential election and the hopes of bipartisanship.
- 2012 brings the hope of a fixed economy.
May the year of 2012, welcome new beginnings to wonderful life events for all on this Earth. Remember as you travel life’s journeys to never be afraid to dance!
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