7 Design Trends We’re Obsessed with Right Now from the Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York
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Each year, some of the best interior designers in the world transform the Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York into a work of art with their innovative ideas and impeccable eyes for design. We love seeing what’s new and next in the world of interiors, and this year’s show house—located at 125 East 65th Street in the prestigious Upper East Side neighborhood of Manhattan—proved to be full of inspiration for our own homes. With designers like Kit Kemp, Benjamin Vandiver, Jeremiah Brent, and Huma Sulaiman, rest assured there will be boundary-pushing yet beautiful design to be found around every corner.
The show runs from now until May 28th, and tickets can be purchased here. Proceeds will benefit the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club, which provides educational and developmental programs to kids from disadvantaged or disenfranchised circumstances. Discovering the latest and greatest in design while supporting a worthy cause—what’s not to love?
From immersive murals to dog motifs, here are the design trends from the Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York that are exciting us most right now.
Murals
Wallpaper is certainly nothing new, and it’s even become (dare we say?) a bit expected in well-appointed homes. However, this year’s Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York proves that full-scale murals are the next bold iteration of wallcoverings—and we’re obsessed with their immersive power.
From Fromental’s hand-painted “Kiku Garden” metallic wallpaper used in Alan Tanksley’s “The Club Room” to the beautiful fabric from Brochier which acts as the foundation in Philip Thomas’ “The Andes Club,” these mural wallcoverings are equally beautiful and transportive. Even when used with simple furniture, they transform any room into the main character.
Three-Dimensional Art
We’ll always love an antique oil painting or framed fine photograph, but there’s something about a three-dimensional art installation that feels so daring and fresh. Several designers opted for multidimensional art in their spaces—including Bennett Leifer’s fringed hallway installation, Aman & Meeks’ art above the couch, and Lucinda Loya Interiors’ pedestal sculptures in her staircase landing.
Whether you opt for sculptural wall art or place a funky vase on a pedestal, we love how adaptable this trend is for replicating in your own home. The best part? It’s endlessly customizable to suit your personal design style.
Dogs
This year’s show house is giving major puppy love with its dog motifs and statuary (which, FYI, we predicted would be a big antiques trend this year, too). A playful poodle statue can be found in Kit Kemp’s dining room and an oversized pastoral pup tapestry hangs over the bed in Mikel Welch Designs’ guest bedroom.
From cheeky art and sculpture to hanging textiles, dogs add a dose of whimsy and joy to an otherwise traditional space. Plus, our four-legged friends are part of the family, so why shouldn’t they get a little design shoutout?
Lighting as Art
Lighting is a necessary element in any well-appointed home, but designers at this year’s show house took it a step further by opting for sculptural, art-inspired lighting. There’s no denying that these incredible installations—like Swati Goorha Designs’ transformative curved staircase with LED lighting or Lucinda Loya’s custom bat light fixture designed with Allegri Crystals and Kalco Lighting—add layers of interest and big-time character to the space.
Whether you lean towards the Rainbow Brite vibe or Addamscore-ish bats, there’s an artful light fixture for every aesthetic. Go ahead and channel dopamine decorating when selecting your next statement fixture—all that matters is that you love it!
Fringe
We waxed poetic about our love of fringe with the stools featured on our January/February cover—and our excitement isn’t dimming for this textural upholstery detail any time soon. We love that you can dial up the drama with full-on fringed chairs (like those seen in Barbara Ostrom Associates’ game room) or add small details like those seen on the base of the built-in banquette in Shawn Henderson’s elegant and feminine bedroom.
If you’re not quite ready to dive head first into the world of fringe with a full-on tasseled sofa but still want to try out this trend, opt for something more subtle like fringed pillows or curtain trim.
The Return of Cool Tones
Saturated blue and green tones could be found all throughout the Kips Bay Decorator Show House, in everything from riotous patterns to swaths of moody paint. We especially loved the lustrous navy kitchen from St. Charles New York and McMillen Inc.’s cool-toned yet lively drawing room.
These calming hues are perfect for any room in your house, and they’re endlessly versatile. Whether you buy a blue objet d’art or lacquer your entire library in a rich green, you truly can’t go wrong as this trend has major staying power.
Statement Ceilings
Designers often remind us not to overlook the ceiling, or fifth wall. At this year’s Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York, it seems they are following their own advice and then some. From bold patterned wallpaper to shimmery metallics to bird motifs, designers leaned into the drama of using the ceiling as a room’s focal point.
Vanessa Deleon Associates’ jewel-box bathroom sanctuary exudes moody vibes and Art Deco glam, thanks to a stunning emerald wallcovering that contrasts beautifully with the ceiling’s metallic gold wallpaper (both from Phillip Jefferies) and the teal clawfoot tub (Kohler). In Workshop/ABD’s lounge, an expressive, earthy, and feminine wallpaper from Fromental mimics the beautiful curves of the room.
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