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Design Trends for 2010: The Rise of Texture (3 comments)
Exposed brick adds instant texture to a room. It always looks great paired with glossy wood floors, too.
by BraytonHughes Design Studios
This is the room I chose to illustrate the trend in the "10 trends" ideabook. I love the way the rough texture of the wallpaper contrasts with the smooth cabinets and sink.
by Pierce Allen
Here, both the wall and the ceiling have great - if conservative - texture.
hhbrady's bedroom ideabook
The texture of this wall is just amazing and I love how it fits with the arch.
by designspongeonline.com
Wallpaper is a great way to add really unusual textures to walls. This one looks great white, but would be cool with a coat of paint, too.
Wallpapers
Tile is another great way to add texture - especially when that tile has a shimmer to it, combining the rough texture of any tiled surface with the smooth texture associated with shine.
by Austin Patterson Disston Architects
We don't always think about texture on the exterior of our houses, but it makes a difference. I love all of the raised detail on this home.
by Abelow Sherman Architects LLC
Ah, Miles Redd. He's a master of so many things, texture included. This entire kitchen is high-gloss, from the black walls to the mirrored countertops. A perfect reflection (sorry about the pun) of the owner.
by apartmenttherapy.com
I know - and I agree - that the whole raised sink thing is a little overdone. But I really like these teak sinks for their natural look. I imagine they'd have that rough-smooth combination you'd find on a sailboat.
by William Duff, Architects
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becky says:
I am so into texture right now. I'm dreaming of grasscloth in unexpected colors like navy or purple or kelly green. I also like the way you can keep a palette neutral and really let the textures rule. I even have a folder on my desktop called "Burlap" right now where I'm collecting images of that particular texture ;)
oldcharm says:
The vintage bathroom (photo number two) is gorgeous. Great ideabook!
anny says:
You really picked out some gorgeous shots! I added a few to my ideabook :)
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