From concrete accents to oversized blooms, these forthcoming trends are totally unexpected.

Where better to get ahead of the design curve than in Paris? At one of France’s largest international design fairs, Maison & Objet, global trend ambassador and in-house trend forecaster Patti Carpenter searched high and low for The Look of 2018. Turns out, it comes in decadent colors, concrete accents, and plenty of tweed. Check out Carpenter’s trend predictions for the coming year — from Paris straight to your home.

MODERN TRIBALS

Patti Carpenter

 

RED FURNISHINGS

TRISS

“Confident color is led by ripe red. Striking and succulent, decadent and dazzling, red adds the fashion and the passion.”
Nola Chair by TRISS

OPTICAL LIGHTING ILLUSIONS

Studio Cheha

“Working on a flat surface and manipulating our perspective with lines and light, these accessories are a state-of-the-art solution for an up-to-the-minute design.”
Bulbing Lamp #Tunnel, Studio Cheha

COMFORTING COOL TONES

Patti Carpenter

“Light linen, and pearl grays are innately comfortable and add a relaxed air to any space.”
Pottery from VT Wonen

BURNT YELLOW

WEWOOD

“Enliven your space with marketplace colors that make the mouth water. A touch of curry or coriander, turmeric or beet add a bit of flavor.”
Caravela Chair, WEWOOD

CONCRETE ACCENTS

Tripleliving Studio

“Utilizing humble materials for heightened design, concrete continues to create simple structures that energize our environments.”
Celement Pen Holder, Tripleliving Studio

OVERSIZED BLOOMS

M.A. SALGUEIRO

“Large scale florals and botanical references combine to transport us to forbidden gardens within our own rooms. ”
Flower Textile, M.A. Salgueiro

Written by: Sarah Tardiff, elledecor.com