Design Prediction for 2010: Weathered and Treasured
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Last September, Sherwin-Williams put forth several design trend predictions for 2010. One of the most interesting was the "Treasured" trend. This is how they describe it:
"Treasured" is the third trend, where natural aging and weathering enhance the design. Jordan cites the Rough Luxe Hotel in the United Kingdom, where the original layers of peeling paint and ancient wallpaper are still visible on the walls. This 'less-than-perfect aesthetic' also includes the use of distressed leather, vintage tapestries, found objects, and patina."
This reminded me of an old favorite ideabook here on Houzz - "Elegance and Decay." It is full of cool images of stately spaces that are just starting to go to ruin - a powerful combination. I've nabbed one or two of those images for this ideabook, and added even more:
"Treasured" is the third trend, where natural aging and weathering enhance the design. Jordan cites the Rough Luxe Hotel in the United Kingdom, where the original layers of peeling paint and ancient wallpaper are still visible on the walls. This 'less-than-perfect aesthetic' also includes the use of distressed leather, vintage tapestries, found objects, and patina."
This reminded me of an old favorite ideabook here on Houzz - "Elegance and Decay." It is full of cool images of stately spaces that are just starting to go to ruin - a powerful combination. I've nabbed one or two of those images for this ideabook, and added even more:
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This room, with its peeling paint and haphazard elegance, is the epitome of "treasured."
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Antique silver and pewter add age and gravitas to any room.
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| I love the idea of using an old burlap cocoa beans sack as artwork - especially when its paired with this rough wood frame. Even better? Sticking it next to a fussy crystal chandelier. Private Comment
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This bedroom (which belongs to actress Virginia Madsen), has walls that perfectly capture that look of aged grace.
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| This is a favorite photo on Houzz - and it's easy to see why. This room mixes the best of the "treasured" trend (that amazing table) with a fresh, up-to-date space. Private Comment
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Old homes, like this one in Prague, are the essence of "treasured."
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A standalone tub and sinks with exposed plumbing translate "weathered and treasured" for the bath.
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This fireplace, in all its Baroque glory, is a part of an old mansion in Paris. Can't you just imagine the up-close view, with layers of paint peeling off? I'm sure if the fireplace could talk, it could tell some amazing stories.
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| This antique chandelier is perfectly and lovingly preserved - "treasured." Private Comment
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I love the way this mid-century chair (and its great color) work with the peeling blue paint of the cabinet.
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This is my own sugar chest (I use it as a liquor cabinet). It's a little beat-up around the edges, but that's definitely part of its charm.
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gabbi says:
That first photo just doesn't do it for me. I love antiques and have been collecting them for over 50 years. I love old family treasures and have many, but that room doesn't say treasure to me, it says neglect. Love the sugar chest. I don't care for the peeling paint look at all.
2 years ago ·
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Anny says:
I love your sugar chest and painting!
I agree with gabbi regarding the first photo though - I'd be scared to sleep in there.
I agree with gabbi regarding the first photo though - I'd be scared to sleep in there.
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Kit Pollard says:
I see what you all mean about the first photo - it definitely has a creepy quality. I'm not so sure about living in a room with peeling walls...but I think the same effect could be really cool on a piece of furniture, especially if its mixed with other furniture that's sort of glossy.
And anny - thank you! The painting's by a local Baltimore artist - she is super cool and her paintings are all kind of funny and strange.
And anny - thank you! The painting's by a local Baltimore artist - she is super cool and her paintings are all kind of funny and strange.
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Courtney Kellum says:
I completely appreciate the first photo! Totally my style...but I am so weird when it comes to decor....The more wore weathered and worn the better!
I also adore super oxidized/tarnished silver, brass, or pewter pieces...
I think you totally rocked the "weathered and treasured" idea for 2010!
Happy New Year .....
Here is to 2010!
Hugs,
Courtney
I also adore super oxidized/tarnished silver, brass, or pewter pieces...
I think you totally rocked the "weathered and treasured" idea for 2010!
Happy New Year .....
Here is to 2010!
Hugs,
Courtney
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The Old Painted Cottage says:
Thank you for featuring two of my photos in your ideabook. It was a wonderful surprise.
(And I'm with you - the peeling painted walls in the first photo is magnificent).
Jennifer Grey
The Old Painted Cottage
www.theoldpaintedcottage.com
(And I'm with you - the peeling painted walls in the first photo is magnificent).
Jennifer Grey
The Old Painted Cottage
www.theoldpaintedcottage.com
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A dining room in an 80 year old home would not stop peeling. We decided to work with it and scraped the peeling areas into a more pleasing composition, then painted the non-peeling walls to harmonize. Most people like it and don't feel it's creepy. What do you think?
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Kit Pollard says:
That's a very cool solution. It actually doesn't even look like it's peeling to me...
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movingandconfused says:
Hi Kit,
Thanks for the post. I am trying to deal with my damaged furniture. Up From the Ashes. Now I can call it weathered and treasured. Keep culling and researching. For some reason, I keep pulling up your name. You are a prominent figure on Houzz.com
I appreciate it.
Thanks for the post. I am trying to deal with my damaged furniture. Up From the Ashes. Now I can call it weathered and treasured. Keep culling and researching. For some reason, I keep pulling up your name. You are a prominent figure on Houzz.com
I appreciate it.
2 years ago ·
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