Be it the dining area or the kitchen, each space evolves with us, says Teja Lele Desai
As the year draws to a close, it is time to look back and look to the new year. Our homes are our shelters, and each space grows with us. Be it the dining room or the kitchen, these are the areas where the whole family gathers to enjoy their meal and share their news and thoughts.
As 2021 draws to a close, we tell you which food and kitchen decor trends you can try in 2022:
interesting light
If you want a chic dining room, interesting lighting is a must. And interesting doesn’t translate to a lineup of gorgeous chandeliers or pendant lamps. Instead, make a statement with a fixture that is one of a kind. DIY chandelier, a string of yarn lamps, or a sci-fi type fixture—anything is sure to grab the spotlight.
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flashy stuff
Knick-knacks and artworks that are off the beaten track will ensure that your dining room stands out. It can be a collection of forks and spoons, old containers, stylish posters, super-sized artwork; or vintage menu; They add color and chutzpah, and spice things up.
velvet upholstery
There’s a reason royalty, for centuries, had a thing for velvet. This fashion staple can be used on dining chairs, giving a room a rich and opulent feel. Available in a range of colors, it helps to create a formal atmosphere when paired with decorative settings and can look casual in an informal setting.
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dark walls
The dining room can get a glam touch with a dark shade of paint. Closing down walls in moody and dramatic colors like navy, scarlet or indigo can create drama. A few light-colored accessories add interest and lighten the room visually.
mixed seating
We have loved the idea of mixed seating in the dining room ever since we saw Monica working in her heated apartment in the much-loved serial Friend, Be it material, color, style or era, a mix of chairs sets off any type of dining table.
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Desk
Mixed seating certainly is there, but try and incorporate a bench into your dining seating. Available in a variety of styles, from classic to modern, benches are all about form (style), function (seating and storage) or a combination of both. They can be used in a variety of materials in the dining room – wood, metal, stone, synthetic or upholstered.
What can you do in the kitchen?
paint things
With the kitchen taking center stage as the heart (H) of the home, it is extremely important to think about the decor of the kitchen. Hence the color idea – and almost everything can work in this workroom!
smart space
Gadgets are now a part of life, be it phones, notebooks or tablets. Modern kitchens need to be more friendly with a designated space to charge appliances, send emails, and even pop your digital cookbooks.
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say no to plastic
Gone are the times when the kitchen was synonymous with plastic shelves and boxes. but no more. Glass and ceramic bottles and tins now take up space on wooden shelves—and you’d be wise to invest in them and bin all plastic utensils.
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a hood to keep odors out
Cooking is now a pleasurable act, which you do frequently along with entertainment. A hood/fireplace integrated into the spaces can help keep those nasty smells out so you and your guests can smile.
twinkle and shine
Kitchen and boring don’t have to go together. The reflective backsplash, glossy counters, metal lamps and colorful knick-knacks ensure that the cooking room looks good. A well-chosen rug, in a dark color and a striking pattern, creates an earthy feel and add to the look.
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