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The top 5 picture framing and decor trends of 2021

An excellent way to express our tastes and passions is through interior design as it gives us full creative control over the space that we wish to create. It also allows us to make an area our own, and if the design is well thought out, it can help boost the overall value of our home. In order to keep up with modern-day trends, have a read of our top decor and framing tips of 2021 that will be the envy of your friends and family.

2021 Top 5 Picture Framing and Decor Trends

Divided environments are back in and minimalism is out!

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Large open environments have been a popular trend during this past decade due to the minimalist aesthetic. The reason why so many have opted for it is because it helps to make a home appear larger and more connected to the untrained eye.

However, as minimalist decor started to get a decrease in popularity during 2021, you'll see more of a return of divided, more traditional room shapes. There has always been an issue with large open spaces because of sound and scents being able to easily travel around, which is why a more intimate decor plan will be making a swift return.

Framing is also an important focal point during this return as people will use them to make a clear distinction between one room to the next. For example, someone's lounge may use different style and frame types, to that of their hallway design. In other words, each room of the house will have its own uniqueness and feel to it.

An increase in popularity for floating frames

Float/floater frames are frames that sandwich a chosen art piece between to clear sheets of acrylic or glass to create a floating illusion. This is an extremely effective way to display artwork because it makes a strong visual impact and is an all-around stunning way to show off a wide range of different materials that can be used to frame your art piece. You'll see floating frames increase in popularity as we progress through into 2021 because it is not only a creative way to display art but also make a strong impression in any home or living space.

Maximalism and a louder decor style

While many people choose to take a different direction away from the look and feel of minimalism, a more chaotic and more unbalanced feel is now more widely accepted. In Japan, they call it wabi-sabi which is known as the acceptance of imperfections and living with them in harmony. In 2021, we now aim to create spaces that have more of a comfortable feel and louder decor designs. Homeowners now aim to create a space that doesn't necessarily follow any particular theme but is more loaded with lots of different creations and designs to give it more character.

Shadowbox frames are now the main focus

A shadowbox frame is an enclosed glass-front frame style that is designed to enclose an art piece but also used to frame items that have more depth. The main point of a box frame is to create depth and go much deeper than that of any standard picture frame. The big selling point for these is that they are a perfect way to display memorabilia from sporting matches or even some drum sticks from your favourite band.

High-quality products are in demand now more than ever

More people are willing to spend more of their hard-earned cash on products and furniture in 2021. The trend is to find items that not only look exquisite but also have something that has a solid base of quality. People are also on the hunt for creative art and products that have quirkiness and add personality to their homes. These products should now be built using natural and organic materials - such will include wooden objects and bespoke frames that have been handmade and taken that little bit longer to build to provide a high-quality finish.

We hope these top 5 trends will help you to make more of an informed choice when it comes to decorating any space within your home. If you need any assistance, then please don't hesitate to pick up the phone and speak to one of our highly qualified members of the team. We will do our best to point you in the right direction.

Any good framers will be able to show you a vast range of different solutions and advise on what might be the most suitable given the work and its proposed location.

You can contact EasyFrame on 01234 856 501 and / or sales@EasyFrame.co.uk and they'll always chat even if you don't want to buy!

Article Posted: 08/03/2021 09:58:07

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