Your Villa Magazine Riverside April - June 2021

D E S I G N + B U I L D Change is on the horizon as 2021 is poised to be a transition year for home design. Expect some of the cool and minimalistic trends of the past to be replaced with more approachable designs that convey comfort, warmth and positivity. Bring warmth into your home and enjoy this growing trend for years to come. Update flooring Floors are the foundation of any room, providing ample opportunity to update the space to bring in warmth. Because organic materials typically convey warmth, hardwood floors are a worthwhile investment. The visually interesting and intricate wood grains can be enhanced with any color stain, although warm hues are trending. Analyze lighting Light can add to or detract from the feeling of warmth in any space. Natural light sources are always welcome, so make sure to open shades to illuminate spaces. Of course additional light sources will be necessary, so think about how overhead, task and accent lighting can best work together in areas. Lamps, wired wall sconces and picture wall lights are easy to install and instantly add style and glow to a room. Finally, when looking at lights, consider the type of bulbs you use and opt for options that project warmer light rather than those with cooler light tones that have white or blue undertones. Use mirrors strategically Mirrors serve multiple purposes in a room: They add artistic style, they visually expand the space and they reflect light. Designers often strategically place a mirror to bounce natural light or reflect the exterior landscape, helping bring the feeling of the outdoors inside in a subtle yet meaningful way. Amirror can further add to the warmth of a space depending on the frame material. Some popular options for frames include wood, resin or gold-hued metals. If you have an old mirror you want to revive, consider painting the frame in an appropriate accent color and you’ll breathe new life into an existing piece. Add plants and foliage A simple way to add life into your home is adding plants. Humans are naturally drawn to nature, so adding foliage brings a warmth to any room. If you’re not much of a green thumb, consider low-maintenance houseplants like snake plant, spider plant and succulents. If you love the look of plants but just don’t want to deal with the real things, shop for plastic alternatives. BrandPointContent.com edited by YourVilla Staff Top 2021 Home Trend: Warm Interior Design 951-961-8864 www.paramountlandscapeinc.com Licensed | C-27 License #926661 PARAMOUNT LANDSCAPE & IRRIGATION INC. LANDSCAPE Landscape Design & Installation Irrigation Installation & Repair Landscape/Mow Curb Installation Premium Synthetic Turf Commercial & Residential LIGHTING Pathway | Planters | Trees High-Quality Lighting Fixtures Zac Reish IMPROVING YOUR POINT OF VIEW! Recipient of Sustainable Landscape Design & Installation Award for Keeping Riverside Beautiful & Clean. SOFTSCAPE & IRRIGATION SPECIALISTS 12 | YourVilla Magazine