The Biggest Trends at Salone del Mobile
Throughout the year, Architectural Digest's market department scours showrooms, stores, fairs, and design centers for the best new products on the market and then brings its favorites to AD PRO. Instead of a product roundup, this week, Market Director Parker Bowie Larson is switching it up in honor of Salone del Mobile, sharing the the trends she is seeing on the horizon and the products that best demonstrate their staying power.
Pattern on Pattern
The 1970s pattern craze is back, but companies are updating the era's geometrics and patterns in a more contemporary way. Clockwise from mid-left: The Périmétre trays by Hermés are inspired by elements such as bricks, palisades, and louvers of urban landscapes. Kartell tapped La Double J to update some of their iconic pieces with her whimsical patterns including the Componobili side table, Clap chair and Trix Lounge. Not to be outdone, Armani Casa introduced their new Niven geometric wood inlay and lacquer boxes that match a scarf from their RTW collection.
Powder Blue
Millennial pink is still going strong, but there is a new kid on the block that may be giving it a run for its money. Baby blue was everywhere at the fair, and this calming color is here to stay. Clockwise from top left: Lola Darling bed by Roberto Lazzaroni for Poltrona Frau; Feltri chair by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina; Felt chair by Marc Newson for Cappellini; and the Chateau range by La Cornue.
Set in Stone
Marble was all over, accenting everything from lighting to accessories to furniture. Clockwise from top left: Galileo lamps by Natuzzi; One to One Plus mirrors by Visionnaire; and Benjamin desk by Samuel Accoceberry for Flexform.
White Magic
The old adage to steer clear of white when it comes to upholstery has been lifted. Instead, furniture companies are embracing it! Clockwise from left: Lounge chair by Marcel Wanders for Louis Vuitton for their Objet Nomades collection; All Around armchair by Ludovica + Roberto Palomba for Giorgetti; and Mist leather upholstered sofa by Bottega Veneta.
Cacti
Native to the Americas, this prickly plant is popping up everywhere in the design world from vent hoods to objets! It's a low-maintenance way to bring the outdoors in. From left: Two-Arm Cactus sculpture by Mazzotti 1903 from Artemest; Portofino hood by Dolce & Gabbana for Smeg; and Cactus from the La Vereda collection by Marni.
Curve Your Enthusiasm
There has been a shift to softer shapes in the home world, and curves are in. Now, you no longer have to worry about banging your knee in the middle of the night. From left: Cirql Armchair by Werner Aisslinger for DEDON; UP light by Marcel Wanders for Roche Bobois; and Helene chair by Vincent Van Duysen for Molteni & C.
Color Is So Hot Right Now
Milan was ablaze with color this year, and the brighter the better. Some decided to use it as a backdrop for their installations or as a pop for a furniture piece. Here are some of the ones that stood out. Clockwise from left: Armani Casa used their bright fabrics as a backdrop for their new collections; Hermés created a city out of colorful Moroccan tiles; Louis Vuitton created a hot pink room for their Campana Brothers sofa and updated their swing in hot pink.
Shine Bright Like a Diamond
The faceted shapes of this most coveted rock were all over the design world from accessories to furniture. These hard-edged pieces are sure to make any room look more sleek. From left: Mosaico pink box by Artemest; Diamond Mirror by Marcel Wanders for Louis Vuitton's Objet Nomad collection; and Taliesin 1 chair, a reedition by Frank Lloyd Wright for Cassina.
Hunter Green
Camo time! This army shade of green was trying hard to blend in at the fair, but we spotted it amid the fray. Clockwise from top left: Moondance dresser by Roberto Lazzaroni for Poltrona Frau; Solanas low armchair by Daniel Germani for Gandia Blasco; Pif Paf Pouf by Marcel Wanders for Natuzzi Italia; and Laze armchair by RODA.
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