This New Interior Design Fad Proves the Shinier the Walls, the Better
Bianca — November 16, 2009 — Art & Design
References: apartmenttherapy
You've seen glossy paint, but have you seen paint so shiny that looks permanently wet? Judging by this collection of rooms lacquered in ultra high gloss paint, this could be an influential new look in interior design.
Apartment Therapy focused on glossy blue walls, narrowing the trend in even more. My favourite is the dark blue as it reminds me of the ocean; while dark paints typically makes rooms look smaller, the sheen of the lacquer helps bounce more light into the room, so I could imagine it could counter the effects of the dramatic shade.
As the gallery shows, glossy blue walls can be paired with both modern and classic furniture; this is a look to watch out for.
Apartment Therapy focused on glossy blue walls, narrowing the trend in even more. My favourite is the dark blue as it reminds me of the ocean; while dark paints typically makes rooms look smaller, the sheen of the lacquer helps bounce more light into the room, so I could imagine it could counter the effects of the dramatic shade.
As the gallery shows, glossy blue walls can be paired with both modern and classic furniture; this is a look to watch out for.
Trend Themes
1. Glossy Blue Walls - An influential new look in interior design with potential for disruptive innovation opportunities through new materials and application methods.
2. Ultra High Gloss Paint - A breakthrough in paint technology that offers opportunities for creating more sophisticated and luxurious surface finishes.
3. Dark Lacquered Paint - A new trend in interior design that offers opportunities to explore the use of dark colors in creative and inspiring ways.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - A sector that is ripe for disruption through innovative use of colors, materials, and finishes to create new aesthetic experiences.
2. Architectural Coatings - An industry that could benefit from developing new types of paint that are more resistant to wear and tear, while offering high levels of glossiness and durability.
3. Furniture Design - A field that could benefit from exploring the use of glossy paint and lacquered finishes as a way to create bold and timeless designs.
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