Interior Design Color Trends for Spring 2012

While at the Las Vegas Home Furnishings World Market recently, I was excited to see that on the scene for spring 2012 will be tropical and beach inspired colors that are seemingly saturated by the sun. Luscious reds, oranges, yellows, aquas, and teals will be extremely popular. Bright and happy is a good way to describe the new spring colors. Look for blue-greens in every possible shade. Think ocean colors - rich and luscious. Apple green will also be popular this spring.

Pink and orange will be a popular color combination. Not normally seen together, the combination of these two colors creates a playful feeling. Another popular color combination for spring will be gray and yellow. These two colors, like pink and orange, aren't normally used together. The combination is quite pleasing, and adds warmth to cool gray.

Pantone's color of the year, tangerine tango, an energetic reddish-orange, will be seen in fashion as well as home decor. This lively hue will brighten up the darkest room. Just a splash of this color is enough to create energy in an otherwise subdued interior. Try it on throw pillows, throws, lamps, accessories, and artwork.

Also look for these bright colors in garden accessories and outdoor decor. Indoor-outdoor fabrics have come a long way and are now available in a multitude of patterns and colors. Always look for 100% solution-dyed acrylic for outdoor use. These fabrics won't fade and will last for years in the sun. These indoor-outdoor fabrics are also wonderful for heavy indoor use like breakfast nook chairs and kitchen bar stools.

Neutrals are always in style. It's always a good idea to keep large upholstered pieces neutral. Warm beiges, taupes, and grays all pair well with the tropical and beach inspired hues. Create a whole new look by just changing out art and accessories.

A variety of patterns are being seen in interior fabrics. Evident at the recent Las Vegas Market were graphic patterns that invoke indigenous cultures. A sign of our global economy, these patterns are becoming very popular. Also fashionable are designs inspired by lattice work, iron gates, and Turkish architecture, as well as syncopated patterns, abstracts, and geometrics.

I saw lots of artwork and wall decor in these luscious shades of red, orange, yellow, and blue-greens. Abstract paintings full of life, as well as beautiful florals of poppies, calla lilies, and other appealing flowers were prominent. Lamps in rich shades of red, orange, and teal will add a pop as well as functionality. Accessory pieces like clocks, decorative boxes, vases, and candleholders will also be stylish in these new colors.

So add some pizzazz to your interior with some of these ideas for adding splashes of color to your home. You will be energized and will want to spend more time in your newly stylish and charming home.

I've just added lots of artwork, wall decor, permanent florals, lamps, candleholders, and decorative boxes in these luscious tropical & beach inspired colors to our Innovations Home Decor website. I've personally seen and selected each and every piece, and each has my suggestion for other pieces that will work well together. Just click on "Look What's New". To see my favorite new pieces, click on "Designer's Favorites". There are some wonderful new pieces for every taste. I hope you find something that makes you smile. Start with one room, and add some pizzaz.