Design Team: Top trend spots for AW16

Soft and subtle

Chalky pastels are a firm favourite amongst designers this season, pairing a neutral palette with blushes and layered tints. 

Opulance

A rich sense of opulence is created through the use of deep greens and shades of kale, combined with pops of colour in yellow, gold, electric blue and teal.

Colour: Blue hues

Tying into Dulux’s Colour of the Year, Denim Drift, inky, indigo and duck egg palettes are very much en vogue. Matt finishes, and mix-and-match shades, complete the look.

Raw industrial

Structures inspired by our surroundings include the use of natural materials, Jesmonite, marble, neutral tones and metallic finishes.

Pattern

The theme of geometrics continues to dominate the décor market, with designs taking on forms of traditional and cultural importance. Highlights include minerals, marbling, textiles, tweed and weave.

Surface texture

This trend has remained prevalent, with subtle attention to detail for a sense of luxury. Raised prints, crackling, folding, layering and manipulation all exist as elements of interest.

From London to Birmingham and Bristol, the UK has presented a wealth of creative opportunities in which to explore the latest and upcoming design trends. Here we share our recent findings:

Glaze effects

Spotted frequently across all the major design shows were detailing and decorative elements, created through glazes. Key elements include white glazes with blue and brown undertones, crackle and disperse effects, pearlite finishes and colour fades, alongside reactive patterning.