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HELLO SPRING




                 Hello Spring


                by Stienie Greyling


                  uring the past 24 months
                  everything  about  our  homes
           Dhas most likely received more
           attention than in the last five or more
           years combined.
             Wall colours, functionality, lighting,
           furniture, space design and more, virtually
           no part of the home escaped attention.
             Spring-cleaning a space is a prime
           opportunity to both reflect on what we   Rounded organic shapes
           learned about our family’s lifestyle and
           personality during the pandemic, and
           how to incorporate those evaluations into   Homeowners are extending their living   and walkways joining different activity
           renovations that will increase the use of   areas by making more investments in   areas.
           space, enjoyment and home value.   exterior spaces than ever before, a trend   As we enter the warmer months, home
             In 2022, interiors are continuing to   that shows even more sustained growth   trends are leaning towards a natural
           go big on texture, with an abundance of   for 2022.                  colour palette.  Green will broaden its
           natural materials adding layers of organic   This spring we will see more curved   range to include brighter colours such as
           tactility to multifunctional living spaces.     furniture and décor.  Bringing in   mints and jade.  Warmer tones in dusty
           Even walls and furniture are getting   rounded organic shapes will add   pink, terracotta and coral will create a
           touchy feely with 3D wall panelling ideas   softness to a design and help spaces feel   sense of vibrancy for spring.
           for an added dimension.            more comfortable.                   A larger patio is a fantastic opportunity
                                               As with the trend for curvy furniture   to create zoned areas for different
                                              indoors, curves are also making a   activities.  Add a seating group around a
                                              comeback in outdoor spaces with more   fire pit for evening conversations, another
                            Curved furniture
                                              curved porches, decking, furniture   area centred with lounge chairs and a


                                               Mint Green                             Terracotta








































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